What are the responsibilities and job description for the CONTRACT MONITOR position at County of Los Angeles?
The LA County Board of Supervisors recently declared a local state of emergency for homelessness, and the County is working to revise and expand our response to help all who are affected. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to help us in the mission of addressing issues like housing, mental health, and substance use. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you.
The County of Los Angeles Public Works is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Contract Monitor vacancies related to the homelessness crisis.
Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment.
Before the end of your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%.
Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Contract Monitor.
Monitors and reports on a variety of services provided by contractors and may evaluate or inspect services provided.
Observes and captures images of incidents while in the field to document contract noncompliance and other issues.
Responds to service requests and submits work orders that describe the location and type of work needed; visits locations where services have been rendered by the contractor to document the completion of work.
Notifies appropriate County personnel of contractor deficiencies for action.
Routinely monitors assigned areas and submits service requests of field observations to the appropriate County personnel or system.
Distributes service-related materials such as public notices, informational flyers, service promotional items, and announcements of service changes.
Documents the contractors' responsiveness in providing the appropriate kind and level of service specified in the contract agreement.
Directs requests for services or complaints received from the general public, County departments, and other agencies while in the field to the appropriate County personnel or system using mobile technology.
Informs contractor and management if there is an observation of an unsafe condition or noncompliance with contract terms and works directly with the contractors to resolve deficiencies.
Act as primary contact person with contractors as needed.
Testify in court as needed.
Investigates any potential problem areas and may make recommendations to a supervisor, when appropriate.
Performs other work-related duties, as assigned.
Successful applicants for positions that require driving must obtain and present a copy of his/hers driving record from the California State Department of Motor Vehicles before final appointment. Applicants should not present a copy of their driving history until asked to do so by the hiring department. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether an applicant's driving history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job. License must not be currently suspended, restricted, or revoked.
EXAM CONTENT:
Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment.
Before the end of the initial work assignment, the appointing department will evaluate the candidates performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment.
Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, and description of work performed. All information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
- FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT.
- Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and/or Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED.
Apply online by clicking on the green “Apply” button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend’s user ID and password may erase a candidate’s original application record.
ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Department Contact Name: Monica Ortega
Department Contact Phone: (626) 458-2141
Department Contact Email: mortega@dpw.lacounty.gov
Salary : $50,752 - $68,395
