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TELECOMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS CONSULTING ENGINEER / Emergency Appointment Fire

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TELECOMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS CONSULTING ENGINEER / Emergency Appointment Fire

Salary

$156,985.20 - $170,308.32 Annually

Location

Los Angeles County, CA

Job Type

Full time

Job Number

W3531G-FR

Department

INTERNAL SERVICES

Opening Date

05/15/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

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Position/Program Information

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT

OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY

APPLICATION FILING PERIOD

Applications will be accepted from Friday, May 16, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.

EXAM NUMBER

W3531G-FR

The LA County Board of Supervisors has unanimouslyratified a Proclamation of Local Emergency in response to the windstorms and wildfires (https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/bos/supdocs/199375.pdf) , including the Palisades and Eaton Fires, that have devastated communities across the County. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to assist the County in mobilizing resources and support needed to help our residents recover and rebuild. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you.

Internal Services Department is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergencyTelecommunications Systems Consulting Engineervacancies related to this unprecedented natural disaster.

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 toTelecommunications Systems Consulting Engineer.

Essential Job Functions

Serves as project manager for the planning, design, and implementation of a very large and complex telecommunications systems.

Consults with and assists departments in establishing overall system operational requirements.

Prepares system interface requirements to coordinate with existing systems, equipment and circuitry.

Prepares system technical requirements and methods of determining compliance.

Prepares system documentation requirements, including equipment specifications, design features, test procedures, technical reports, and, maintenance manuals.

Establishes standards for evaluation of contract proposals and technical capabilities of contractors.

Consults with and assists departments in the preparation of requests for proposal and quotations for telecommunications equipment, systems and services, including enforceable performance standards time schedules.

Reviews and evaluates contractor proposals to ensure technical accuracy, design feasibility and reliability, and performance capability to protect the interests of the County.

Consults with County Counsel, Purchasing Agent and other departments in preparation of contracts prior to submission to the Board of Supervisors.

Directs and coordinates the modification, revision or replacement of existing systems and equipment.

Plans, schedules and coordinates the participation of County engineers and technicians in joint efforts with contractors.

Consults with departments as to when to allow delays in delivery and other deviations from the terms and conditions of the contract, when to enforce damage provisions, and when to enforce default provisions of the contract.

Supervises and participates in quality inspections and acceptance tests.

Prepares letters, reports and recommendations to the Board of Supervisors, Chief Executive Office, Purchasing Agent, and other County departments as well as to contractors and vendors.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited four-year college* or higher with a specialization in Electronic or Electrical Engineering or in a related physical science-AND-Five years engineering experience in the planning and design of telecommunications systems, one year of which must have been in project management**. One additional year of the required telecommunications engineering experience may be substituted for each year of college.

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

You must POSSESS and CLEARLY express detailed years of experience performing relevant duties related to the requirements above and within your online job application and supplemental questionnaire.

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 EXPECTATION:

2 - 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.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:

*Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies that are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). In order to receive credit for any type of college or university degree, such as a Bachelor's Degree or higher, you must attach a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution, which shows the date the degree was awarded, with the Registrar's signature and school seal, to the application at the time of filing, or email [email protected] five (5) days from application submission. We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.

**Project management is defined as initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and closing the work of a team to achieve specific goals and meet success criteria.

Additional Information

OUR ASSESSMENT PROCESS:

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.

SPECIAL INFORMATION:

Appointees will be required to work a Monday through Friday 5/40 work schedule.

HOW TO APPLY:

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 [email protected], as well [email protected], and [email protected] 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.

Fair Chance Initiative:

The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction historyunless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but 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 a 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).

Have questions about anything listed above?

Contact us:

Exam Number:W3531G-FR

Department Contact Name:Hugo Vasquez

Department Contact Phone:(323) 425-4975

Department Contact Email:[email protected]

California Relay Services Phone:(800) 735-2922

ADA Coordinator Phone:(323) 881-3932

Teletype Phone:(800) 899-4099 [Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077]

COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Employment Information

Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.

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 athttp://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov.

Revised January 2025

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This position works to support the Los Angeles County's response to the fire emergency.

+ Yes, I understand and am willing to perform all necessary work duties.

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Candidate Communication Acknowledgement: Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. DO NOT select “off” under email preferences within your profile or click “unsubscribe” on our notices if you like Los Angeles County to notify you regarding your application status, and other important information pertaining to your candidacy for this position. Please add [email protected], [email protected], and [email protected] to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter email. It is your responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence.

+ Yes, I understand the above information and instructions.

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Supplemental Questionnaire Acknowledgement: The information you provide on this supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and used to determine your eligibility. CHECK YOUR ANSWERS CAREFULLY. Any mistakes you make and/or any incomplete responses you provide in completing these questions will be used to disqualify your application even if you possess the qualifying experience or education. Be specific as possible and include all information requested. Comments such as “see resume or application” will NOT be considered as a response. All information is subject to verification at any time in the hiring process. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or dismissal.

+ Yes, I understand the above information and agree.

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Have you graduated from an accredited college with specialization in Electronic or Electrical Engineering or in a related physical science?

+ Yes

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How many years do you have of engineering experience in the planning and design of telecommunications systems?

+ 0-4 years

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Foreachrelevant position held having engineering experience in the planning and design of telecommunications systems, includeALLof the following information:

Name of the organization:

Position title:

Start Date:

End Date:

Describe your experience:

If you do not possess this work experience, please indicate "N/A."

Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response.

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As part of the years of experience you indicated in question 5, was one year of experience in project management?

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Required Question

Employer

County of Los Angeles

Address

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Los Angeles, California, 90010

Website

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