TALENT ASSESSMENT ASSOCIATE (HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST II)

Position/Program Information

Exam Number

K1911P-R

When to Apply

We will be accepting online applications on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) - Continuous . We will keep accepting applications until the position is filled. The application window may close unexpectedly once we have enough qualified candidates.

Type of Recruitment

We welcome applications from everyone.

Why work for us?

With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation! As the largest employer in Southern California, over 116,000 employees in more than 38 Departments provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more.

We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. The County has more than 2,300 different job descriptions, offering a lifetime of opportunities and careers! We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the country. Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate to reach your fullest personal and professional potential.

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Essential Job Functions

What will you do as a Talent Assessment Associate (Human Resources Analyst II)?

• Plan, conduct, and design job analysis, assessment tool development, and validation research projects.
• Collaborate and consult with operating departments to understand assessment needs and recommend efficient and effective assessment plans to identify the best candidates for the job.
• Interview, observe, and survey subject matter experts to collect information and identify critical work behaviors and skills necessary for optimal job performance.
• Develop and validate assessment tools (e.g., structured interviews, written tests, performance tests, situational judgment tests) based on job analysis results in order to provide a fair and equitable assessment process and predict successful job performance.
• Conduct statistical analyses (e.g., t-tests, correlations, scale reliability estimates, factor analyses, regression) and apply classical and modern test theory to improve the reliability and validity of assessments, ensure fairness, and recommend passing scores.
• Collaborate with operating departments to ensure job analysis and assessment materials are in accordance with professional guidelines and legal standards.
• Build, review, and/or deliver training programs, including item-writing training, interview and assessment development training, and interviewer training.

For more information, please view the classification specification: Human Resources Analyst II

Requirements

Specialty Requirements

• Option I: Two (2) years of experience conducting job analyses and test development and validation.
  
• Option II: A master's degree or equivalent college units from an accredited college in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Measurement, Applied Psychology, or a closely related field, and six (6) months of experience conducting job analysis and test development and validation.
  
• Option III: A doctoral degree or equivalent college units from an accredited college in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Measurement, Applied Psychology, or a closely related field .
  

To receive credit for your education, include a copy of your official diploma, official transcript, or letter/certificate from an accredited institution within seven (7) days from application submission date. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English; if it is in a foreign language, it must be translated and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf and https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_ACE_Resource_Guide.pdf

All documents should clearly indicate the degree and the date when the degree was conferred or awarded. For more information regarding education, please see the Employment Information document on the LA County Jobs website.

Applicants who served in the military and were honorably discharged may qualify for Veteran's Credit. We will need a copy of your form DD214 to review, so please include that with your application.

If you are unable to submit any of the required documents with your application, you may send the documents via email to AWong@hr.lacounty.gov and indicate your name, the exam name, and exam number on the subject of the email.

We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.

Withhold information

If you will meet the education requirements within six (6) months from application submission date, then you can still apply for this exam. However, we will not include you on the list sent to hiring managers until you provide proof of meeting the requirements.

License

A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

Physical Class

Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.

Additional Information

Examination Content

Once we have identified that you meet our requirements, an invitation regarding the following assessment processes will be sent. This examination will consist of two (2) parts, weighted at 100%.

Part I: A multiple-choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 60% measuring the following competencies:

• Professional Potential
• Achievement
• Working Relationships
• Analyzing Information
• Learning Quickly
• Generating New Ideas
• Using Time Efficiently
• Working to High Quality Standards
• Adapting to Change
• Coping with Uncertainty
• Willingness to Learn
• Responsibility
• General Problem Solving Skills

Part II: An Evaluation of Training & Experience, weighted 40% assessing the following competencies:

• Knowledge of Test Construction Principles and Methods
• Knowledge of Research Methods

Applicants must meet the requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each part of the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register.

Exam Review
Multiple-choice and simulation assessments are not reviewable by candidates per Civil Service Rule 7.19.
Transfer of Test Components
If you recently took identical components for other exams, the test responses may be automatically transferred to this examination. This exam contains test components that might be used on future exams, and your responses could be transferred to that exam.
Test Preparation
We provide study guides and other test preparation resources to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides may help in preparing for the test, we recommend reviewing all related materials that seem necessary.

• Online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests.
• Various information can be found on our website at https://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit/. The section dedicated to test preparation is "Employment Test Assistance."

Eligibility and Vacancy Information
The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months following the date of promulgation. We will use this list to fill vacancies within the Department of Human Resources - Countywide Talent Assessment Division .

Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly.

In lieu of traditional banding, an alternative banding procedure may be employed as a result of a special study sanctioned by the Department of Human Resources, consistent with Civil Service Rule 11.01(D).

Available Shift: Any

Application and Filing Information

We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.

Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.

We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.

We will send notifications to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out from receiving our emails, it is possible to view notices by logging into governmentjobs.com and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicant's responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for re-scheduling an exam part. Register the below domains as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail.

• AWong@hr.lacounty.gov
• info@governmentjobs.com
• talentcentral@shl.com
• noreply@proctoru.com
• donot-reply@amcatmail.com

New email addresses need to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to govermentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and to prevent incorrectly entered email addresses.

Social Security Number

Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.

Computer and Internet Access at Public Libraries For those who not have access to a computer or the internet, we provide access to complete an application at public libraries throughout the county. No Sharing of User ID and Password All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's login information may erase a candidate's original application record.

Testing Accommodations If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note, you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation.

If you have questions regarding this job posting, please contact us using the following information:

Testing Accommodation Coordinator Email: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov
Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2929
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922

Department Contact Name: Annie Wong
Department Contact Phone: (213) 441-2034
Department Contact Email: AWong@hr.lacounty.gov

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Closing Date/Time: Continuous

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