HEALTH PROGRAM ANALYST II - TRIBAL GOVERNMENT RELATIONS - EMERGENCY APPOINTMENT

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$98K/yr – $131K/yrFull time

Posted 4 days ago

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Job Description

Type of Recruitment
Open Competitive - Emergency

Filing Dates

Applications will be accepted from Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) until Tuesday, August 4, 2026, 5:00 p.m. (PT). All applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, to be accepted.

Exam Number

HH4729B-EA

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 Department of Homeless Services and Housing (HSH) is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Health Program Analyst II 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.

During 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 Health Program Analyst II.

Essential Job Functions

Develops Tribal Government Relations initiatives and/or recommends modifications to existing homelessness, housing stabilization, supportive services, and Native community engagement initiatives based on needs assessments, service gaps, stakeholder input, and applicable County, State, federal, and Tribal requirements.
Coordinates and facilitates collaborative efforts among Tribal Governments, Native-serving organizations, County departments, public agencies, nonprofit organizations, philanthropic entities, and community stakeholders to address the needs of Native peoples experiencing homelessness, providing leadership, technical assistance, advocacy, and coalition building to support shared program goals.
Coordinates and participates in meetings, Tribal consultation sessions, workgroups, and community engagement activities with departmental leadership, Tribal Governments, public agencies, nonprofit organizations, and other stakeholders to discuss, analyze, and influence policies, programs, and initiatives affecting Native peoples and Tribal communities.
Develops and implements Tribal engagement strategies, community action plans, and consultation processes to strengthen government-to-government relationships, improve equitable access to County homelessness resources, and support policy development and implementation.
Researches and analyzes legislation, regulations, Tribal consultation requirements, public policies, best practices, grant opportunities, funding sources, and emerging trends affecting Tribal Government Relations, homeless services for Native peoples, and intergovernmental partnerships; prepares recommendations regarding strengthening intergovernmental relationships and outcomes for Tribal communities.
Prepares position papers, policy analyses, executive briefings, recommendations, reports, correspondence, and presentations related to Tribal Government Relations and Native community engagement, and related homelessness initiatives, legislative proposals, and program operations.
Works with departmental staff on the development and review of contracts, grant opportunities, and statements of work involving Tribal Governments, Native-serving organizations, and community partners, as applicable.
Prepares and analyzes grant applications and funding proposals supporting homelessness prevention, homeless services, and housing stabilization that Tribal governments and Native-serving organizations may be eligible for and shares this information with relevant stakeholders.
Attends and facilitates meetings with County leadership, Tribal Governments, Native-serving organizations, community-based organizations, public agencies, and other stakeholders to resolve issues, strengthen partnerships, advance policy initiatives, and promote collaboration supporting Native peoples experiencing homelessness.
Prepares written reports evaluating program activities, Tribal engagement efforts, policy initiatives, partnership outcomes, and progress toward achieving departmental goals related to homelessness services and Tribal Government Relations.
Initiates and participates in outreach, education, and awareness activities designed to strengthen partnerships with Tribal Governments and Native-serving organizations, promote equitable access to homelessness resources, and increase awareness of departmental programs and services through presentations, informational materials, reports, newsletters, and related communication tools.
Leads cross-functional workgroups, coordinate the work of analysts or project teams, and provide technical guidance or mentorship to staff participating in Tribal Government Relations initiatives, community engagement activities involving Tribal Governments and Native-Serving organizations, and related program efforts, as required.

For more information about the position, please visit the classification specification: Health Program Analyst II.

Requirements

Requirements to Qualify

Option I: A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in a discipline related to the core business function of the department -AND- four (4) years of experience in the analysis of mental health, public health, or homelessness programs, two (2) years of which must have been at the level of Health Program Analyst I.
A Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in a discipline related to the core business function of the department may be substituted for one year of the required experience.
Option II: Six 6) years of experience performing assignments in mental health, public health, or homelessness program analysis, two (2) years of which must have been at the level of Health Program Analyst I.

You MUST meet the above requirement(s) in order to be appointed to fill any vacancies related to this recruitment.

Special Requirement Information

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) calendar days of the end of the filing period. Please submit documentation to NSangtani@hsh.lacounty.gov and indicate your name, the exam name, and the exam number. 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 (Download PDF reader) and https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_ACE_Resource_Guide.pdf
We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.

Experience in the analysis of a mental health, public health, or homelessness program is defined as the study and investigation of issues and problems of mental health, public health, or homelessness program development, implementation, administration, or evaluation and the formation of applicable solutions and recommendations.

Experience at the level of Health Program Analyst I is defined as participating in the planning, implementation, administration, and evaluation of mental health, public health, or homelessness programs..

You may still qualify even if your job title isn’t exactly the same as the ones listed. What matters is that your experience is at a similar level — meaning your job involves similar responsibilities, requires comparable skills and knowledge, and takes place within a similar organizational structure. Please provide a clear explanation of your experience to demonstrate that it is at the appropriate level.

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

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.

Desirable Qualifications

Experience working for a public homelessness services agency, such as LAHSA, within the last 6 months.
Experience working directly with Tribal governments or native-serving organizations.
Experience coordinating strategic partnerships with Tribal governments, County departments, nonprofit organizations, and/or community stakeholders to advance homelessness response efforts, improve housing stability, and enhance outcomes for people experiencing homelessness.

Additional Information

Exam Content

During your initial work period, the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment.
Application and Filing Information

Applications must be filed online only and will be reviewed for interview consideration on an ongoing basis. If you have not been contacted within 60 days and the recruitment remains open or reopens for filing, we encourage you to submit a new application. This will allow you to reaffirm your interest and update any relevant information.

Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add NSangtani@hsh.lacounty.gov as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com, and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.

You have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices.

Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.

Social Security Number
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.

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.

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.

Department Contact Name: Neetu Sangtani

Department Contact Email: Nsangtani@hsh.lacounty.gov

Teletype Phone:(800) 735-2929

COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Employment Information

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This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement:
The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit: https://employee.hr.lacounty.gov/eeo-programs/.

Testing Accommodations for Applicants:
The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations, please visit: https://hr.lacounty.gov/accessibility/.

Fair Chance:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, which may include, but is not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).

Employment Eligibility:
Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.

Career PathFinder:
Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at http://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov.

Veteran’s Credit:
Pursuant to the County Charter and County policy, in all open competitive examinations (i.e., examinations open to everyone), the County of Los Angeles will add a credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examination to the final passing score of an honorably discharged veteran, as well as the spouse of a deceased or disabled veteran, who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under specific conditions.
For more information on veteran’s credit, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205102_PPG_115.pdf (Download PDF reader)

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