Logo
County of Los Angeles

DEPUTY COUNTY COUNSEL LABOR RELATIONS

County of Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, United States,


EXAM NUMBER

U9206XTYPE OF RECRUITMENT

Open Competitive Job OpportunityFIRST DATE OF FILING

August 21, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. (PT)This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.BENEFITS:

The County of Los Angeles offers one of the strongest public-sector benefits package in the nation, including a wide range of health care options, pensions through LACERA, 401k and 457b savings plans with matching, and 13 paid Holidays.DEFINITION:

Performs difficult legal work in representing the Board of Supervisors, the County and its departments/agencies on legal issues and in litigation involving complex issues of public agency and civil law.CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS:

These journey level positions are allocated only to the Office of the County Counsel. Deputy County Counsel positions are characterized by and responsible for assignments involving a full range of matters involving complex issues, the resolution of which have the potential to negatively impact the County's programs, policies or operations or may result in serious monetary losses. Incumbents are expected to exercise well-developed legal skills and knowledge and act independently under general oversight and direction. In addition, incumbents must possess the ability to appear in federal and state court, and administrative hearings.RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides legal advice and representation to the Board of Supervisors, the Chief Executive Officer, County departments and County-related agencies, concerning legal matters on labor and employment law, negotiations and/or disputes, including issues involving the Meyers-Millias-Brown Act (MMBA) and the County's Employee Relations Ordinance (ERO).Coordinates with County officials, other jurisdictions, and State, regional and local agencies on all aspects of labor related matters.Represents the County and County-related agencies in State and Federal courts, and before administrative agencies in labor and employment related matters.Advises County departments and County-related agencies in supervising third-party or outside counsel.Represents, advises, and prepares legal documents for County departments in labor and employment matters.Represents the County in administrative proceedings regarding employment issues.Provides legal advice to County departments concerning complex employment matters.Drafts ordinances, resolutions, legislation and opinions relating to labor and employment related issues.Confers with attorneys, County officials and other interested parties.Conducts legal research by utilizing on-line services.Analyzes written reports and legal documents; confers with witnesses, experts, investigative personnel, and others.SPECIALTY REQUIREMENTS:

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Three (3) years of work experience in the practice of public agency law and/or civil law, two (2) of which must be in labor relations law.LICENSE:

Admission to practice law in all courts of California.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.SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION

A copy of a valid and active California Bar card with a visible watermark of the year is required.DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Additional points will be granted for experience beyond the Specialty Requirements.EXAMINATION CONTENT

This examination will consist of an Evaluation of Experience, based on application information, weighted 100%.ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION

The names of applicants 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 12 months following the date of promulgation.VACANCY INFORMATION

The resulting Eligible Register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Office of the County Counsel.APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION

Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted.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.SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER

Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes.COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES

For applicants 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 AND PASSWORD

All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password.CONTACT INFORMATION

Department Contact Name:

Stephanie S. MillanDepartment Contact Phone:

(213) 974-0828Department Contact Email:

smillan@counsel.lacounty.gov

or

CoCoExams@counsel.lacounty.gov

#J-18808-Ljbffr