Administrative Assistant
Job Information
Description
ANNUAL SALARY
$45,614.40 - $62,628.00 plus excellent benefits package, including 2.7% @ 55 PERS Retirement, employee contributes.
FINAL FILING DATE:
Applications will be accepted until 4:30 PM, Friday, November 6, 2009, NO POSTMARKS ACCEPTED. FAXED APPLICATIONS OR ELECTRONIC (EMAIL) SUBMISSION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. http://www.hacla.org/en/jobs/v/39
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Under general supervision, assists a director and/or manager in the development and monitoring of a department budget, new and improved procedures, policy standards and/or programs; may perform research and analysis on a variety of areas; and will be instrumental in coordinating special projects and special studies; other job-related essential functions as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in public administration or business administration, and one (1) year of experience in a responsible administrative capacity for a public agency; a Master’s degree in public administration may substitute for one year of experience. Must possess a valid California driver’s license.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Must have knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration, organization, budget and administrative management; statistical and research methods; administrative survey techniques; office automation, software applications such as MS Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to prepare clear, concise, accurate, complete and logical reports; conduct analytical studies and surveys; work independently with little direction; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; meet schedules and timelines; work confidentially with discretion; interpret, apply and explain policies, procedures, rules, regulations, laws and cases; analyze situations accurately and recommend effective course of action.
As a condition of new and continued employment, employees in this classification must participate in mandatory direct deposit of payroll.
Pursuant to the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles’ Conflict of Interest Policy, new and existing employees are required to refrain from participating in activities, employment or enterprises, which are in conflict with public interest and/or with his or her duties as an employee of the Authority. A copy of the Conflict of Interest Policy may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Department at (213) 252-5400.
EXAMINATION:
Applications will be reviewed for relevant experience, education, and training. Applications must be detailed and complete for proper evaluation. The best-qualified applicants will be invited to the testing process, which may include any combination of oral, written, or performance examination. Applicants must pass each phase of the testing process with a rating of 80% or higher to continue in the selection process.
REFERRAL PROCESS:
Only applicants who have been placed on the certified eligibility list will be considered for job openings. Placement on the eligibility list is neither a guarantee of employment, nor is it an implied promise of work. All applicants referred from an eligibility list for selection interview(s) will be considered for the position; however, only the best-qualified applicant(s) may be selected.
HIRING INFORMATION:
All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment evaluation, which includes: a post-offer medical examination (includes drug and alcohol screening), criminal records check, employment history and education verification, and documentation of the right to work in the .
DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION:
If you require special testing accommodations due to a physical, mental or learning disability, please call (213) 252-5391, TDD (213) 252-0116 for special assistance. Special testing accommodations may be arranged if verification of the disability is provided by a physician, rehabilitation counselor, or other authority.
HOW TO APPLY:
Submit a Housing Authority application to the Human Resources Department between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. on business days. Applications that do not clearly indicate qualifying experience will not be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed HOUSING AUTHORITY applications. FAXED APPLICATIONS OR ELECTRONIC (EMAIL) SUBMISSION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Candidates who require a reasonable accommodation in any portion of the selection process should state their need in writing when submitting an application.
NOTE: The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.
