County of Los Angeles
TEST DEVELOPMENT ANALYST (ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES MANAGER I / TEST DEVELOPMENT)
County of Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
JOBFIRST DAY OF FILING: SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 at 8:00 A.M. (PT). THE FILING PERIOD MAY BE SUSPENDED AT ANY TIME WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. THIS EXAMINATION MAY REOPEN AS THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE REQUIRE. NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICIAL APPLICATION FILING PERIOD, NO EXCEPTIONS.
EXAM NUMBER:
J1002HTYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY
REASONS TO JOIN OUR TEAM:
Los Angeles County offers one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation, including:
Flexible Benefit PlansRobust Retirement PackagesGenerous Maternity and Family Leave BenefitsThirteen (13) paid holidays per yearFlexible schedule options (telework where appropriate)Potential promotional path and career longevity
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR:
At the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, Personnel Administration Bureau’s Test Development Unit, we are seeking motivated individuals with an educational background and work experience in conducting job analysis studies, analyzing test and item statistics, and developing pre-employment assessments (e.g., structured interviews, multiple-choice tests, and performance tests).
DEFINITION:
Independently performs a full range of difficult to complex analytical assignments and makes recommendations on complex issues which directly impact departmental programs and administrative operations, and which may be of a confidential or sensitive nature.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:Plans and conducts test development and validation research projects.Conducts job analysis using various methods.Develops selection and promotional assessment instruments.Compiles lists of required tasks, knowledge, skills, and abilities.Leads and participates in projects related to human resources intervention.Conducts statistical analyses using statistical software.Develops and administers questionnaires to collect information.Writes technical reports to document job-relatedness of selection programs.Creates and delivers training programs.Travels to various locations within Los Angeles County.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:EXAMINATION CONTENT:
This examination will consist of a multiple choice and/or simulation assessment, weighted 100%, covering various skills and competencies.
TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS:
Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination.
MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES.
Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher.
TEST PREPARATION:
Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests.
VETERANS CREDIT:
If you served in the military and were honorably discharged, you may qualify for Veteran’s Credit.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:
The names of candidates receiving a passing grade will be placed on the eligible register for a period of twelve (12) months.
SPECIAL INFORMATION:
Successful candidates must complete a thorough background investigation.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
Please note that ALL information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process.#J-18808-Ljbffr
EXAM NUMBER:
J1002HTYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY
REASONS TO JOIN OUR TEAM:
Los Angeles County offers one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation, including:
Flexible Benefit PlansRobust Retirement PackagesGenerous Maternity and Family Leave BenefitsThirteen (13) paid holidays per yearFlexible schedule options (telework where appropriate)Potential promotional path and career longevity
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR:
At the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, Personnel Administration Bureau’s Test Development Unit, we are seeking motivated individuals with an educational background and work experience in conducting job analysis studies, analyzing test and item statistics, and developing pre-employment assessments (e.g., structured interviews, multiple-choice tests, and performance tests).
DEFINITION:
Independently performs a full range of difficult to complex analytical assignments and makes recommendations on complex issues which directly impact departmental programs and administrative operations, and which may be of a confidential or sensitive nature.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:Plans and conducts test development and validation research projects.Conducts job analysis using various methods.Develops selection and promotional assessment instruments.Compiles lists of required tasks, knowledge, skills, and abilities.Leads and participates in projects related to human resources intervention.Conducts statistical analyses using statistical software.Develops and administers questionnaires to collect information.Writes technical reports to document job-relatedness of selection programs.Creates and delivers training programs.Travels to various locations within Los Angeles County.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:EXAMINATION CONTENT:
This examination will consist of a multiple choice and/or simulation assessment, weighted 100%, covering various skills and competencies.
TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS:
Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination.
MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES.
Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher.
TEST PREPARATION:
Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests.
VETERANS CREDIT:
If you served in the military and were honorably discharged, you may qualify for Veteran’s Credit.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:
The names of candidates receiving a passing grade will be placed on the eligible register for a period of twelve (12) months.
SPECIAL INFORMATION:
Successful candidates must complete a thorough background investigation.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
Please note that ALL information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process.#J-18808-Ljbffr