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PRINCIPAL FACILITIES PROJECT MANAGER

Salary

$127,316.88 - $162,509.52 Annually

Location

Los Angeles County, CA

Job Type

Full time

Job Number

J4132G

Department

SHERIFF

Opening Date

06/04/2025

Closing Date

6/18/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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Position/Program Information

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT

We encourage applications from everyone

FILING DATES

We will be accepting online applications from Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 8:00 A.M. (PT) until Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 5:00 P.M. (PT). All applications must be receivedbefore5:00 P.M. (PT) on Wednesday, June 18, 2025 to be accepted.

EXAM NUMBER

J4132G

REASONS TO JOIN OUR TEAM:

Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits!

Los Angeles County offers one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation:https://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/

Why work for us?

With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation! As the largest employer in Southern California, over 116,000 employees in more than 38 Departments, we provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more.

We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. The County has more than 2,300 different job descriptions, offering a lifetime of opportunities and careers. We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation. Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate in order to reach your fullest personal and professional potential.

We are searching for a highly motivated and diligent team member who will be responsible for providing technical and administrative supervision for sections engaged in the coordination of all phases of project management including design, construction, and occupancy.

Essential Job Functions

Oversees the coordination of the conceptual design and construction of LASD facility projects.

Reviews project designs, reports, and recommendations submitted by staff for technical and administrative feasibility and accuracy, makes any necessary amendments, and approves staff work.

Monitors and evaluates project specifications, construction documents, contracts, and staff and end user input and identifies potential obstacles to meeting project schedule, scope, and budget.

Develops, recommends, and applies policies, standards, and procedures regarding Facilities Planning Bureau and section operations.

Researches and implements solutions, with the input and cooperation of participating parties and organizations, in the event obstacles arise in meeting conceptual design and construction goals.

Researches and responds to questions and issues raised by stakeholders.

Writes narrative and statistical reports, memoranda, board letters, and correspondence.

Creates and maintains constructive working relationships with individuals and organizations involved in a construction project via the two-way exchange of information regarding wishes, needs, and the realities associated with the project.

Meets with and/or contacts executives from Facilities Planning Bureau, other LASD bureaus, other County departments, and outside organizations to keep them apprised of the status of projects and of any issues that arise impacting projects, to provide follow-up regarding previous directions, and to receive project changes.

Represents the Facilities Planning Bureau and/or section in meetings and contacts with other Departmental divisions, other departments, vendors, and public and private agencies.

Provides guidance and direction to staff regarding County planning and construction standards, regulatory requirements, and potential construction problem-solving and problem-avoidance strategies in order to keep projects moving forward, to maximize construction efficiency, and for the professional development of staff.

Interacts with planners, vendors, tenants, end users, regulatory representatives, contractors, representatives from the County and other entities, and crafts professionals participating in project design and construction.

Coordinates with outside vendors to procure materials and services required for project design and construction.

Assumes responsibility for, and completes, specialty projects requiring higher-level knowledge and experience.

Assists in the preparation of the Facilities Planning Bureau’s annual budget.

Supervises subordinate staff by assigning work, scheduling, training, mentoring, and preparing performance evaluations.

Fills in for absent subordinate staff by temporarily assuming and performing their duties.

Travels to construction sites in order to familiarize themselves with project locations and to meet with individuals and organizations involved in a construction project.

For more information, please view the classification specification:PRINCIPAL FACILITIES PROJECT MANAGER (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty/classspecs/1066173?keywords=4132&pagetype=classSpecifications) .

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY:

Two years' experience with full responsibility* for coordinating both the design and construction of complex facility projects** or in the supervision*** of a section responsible for either scheduling and resource management or program and space management.

LICENSE

A valid California Class C Driver License is required to perform job-related essential functions.

Out-of-state applicants must have a valid license from the state in which they reside at the time of filing. Out-of-state applicants will be required to obtain a California Class C Driver License prior to appointment.

LICENSE INFORMATION

Successful applicants for this position will be required to obtain a copy of their driving record from the California State Department of Motor Vehicles before being appointed. A copy of your record must be presented at the time of your appointment. License must not be suspended, restricted, or revoked. AN APPLICANT WHOSE DRIVING RECORD SHOWS THREE (3) OR MORE VIOLATIONS WITHIN THE LAST YEAR WILL NOT BE APPOINTED.

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. Considerable ambulation may be involved.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION

*Full Responsibility experience means having the immediate and complete charge of leading and coordinating both the design and construction of complex facility projects and providing direct supervision over a project team responsible for the coordination of such activities.

**Experience coordinating the design and construction of complex facility projects means direct management to include, but not limited to design, construction, budget, scope and schedule with emphasis on project cost controls and direct work with jurisdictional agencies and other county departments for projects with a total budget of no less than $25M USD.

***Supervision means the immediate and full responsibility of leading complex projects and a team of personnel that are engaged in all facets of the planning and management of facility projects. Responsibilities include but is not limited to, establishing the project budget, scope, and schedule with emphasis on project cost controls and direct work with jurisdictional agencies and other county departments. Further, supervision includes the direct responsibility for preparation of manager performance evaluations.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

As part of this application process, applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire. The questionnaire contains a pre-investigative questionnaire which will be used as part of the background investigation process to ensure applicants meet the standards set forth by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. Applicants who fail the pre-investigative questionnaire will be disqualified and will have to wait three (3) months from the date of the disqualification in order to reapply.

Additional Information

EXAMINATION CONTENT

This examination will consist of two (2) parts:

PART I

A structured interview assessing Knowledge of the steps involved in the design and construction phases, Knowledge of the relevant building codes and California Board of State and Community Corrections standards, Knowledge of graphics software and the AutoCAD System, Adaptability to revise perceptions and behaviors, Interpersonal skills, Ability to work with a wide variety of people, Supervisory skills, and Oral Communication skills, weighted 50%

PART II

A writing assessment measuring Written Communication skills sufficient to relay complex information, weighted 50%

CANDIDATES WILL TAKE THE STRUCTURED INTERVIEW AND WRITING ASSESSMENT ON THE SAME DAY. HOWEVER, ONLY CANDIDATES WHO PASS THE STRUCTURED INTERVIEW WILL HAVE THEIR WRITING ASSESSMENT SCORED.

APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE REQUIREMENTS AND RECEIVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON EACH WEIGHTED PART IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE LIST.

TESTING ACCOMMODATION

If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the examination process, you will be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation. Please note, you will be contacted at a later time by a Sheriff’s Department representative that will guide you through the process. You will be provided with an initial deadline to submit documentation. Failure to submit the required documentation by the deadline will delay your participation in the examination process and consideration for initial placement on the eligible list.

VETERAN'S CREDIT

If you are a veteran, you may be eligible for veteran’s credit, which is an additional 10% of the total points added to a passing score. We will need a copy of your form DD214 to review, so please include that with your application or email it to [email protected] seven (7) calendar days from the date of filing your online application.

ELIGIBILITY AND VACANCY INFORMATION

The names of applicants receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible list in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months from the date of promulgation.

The list of successful applicants created from this exam will be used to fill vacancies within the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, Administrative Services Division, Facilities Planning Bureau.

SPECIAL INFORMATION

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES MUST COMPLETE A THOROUGH BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION, INCLUDING FINGERPRINT SEARCH.Examples of disqualifying factors include: Any felony convictions; job related misdemeanor convictions; certain serious traffic convictions or patterns of traffic violations (3 moving violations in one year; failure to appear; at fault accidents; suspended license; driving under the influence); poor credit history; poor employment history; substance abuse; anyone on probation.

ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY IF HIRED

The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (Department) has a " zero tolerance " policy for its employees for the following:

+ use of narcotics, controlled substances, and/or prescription drugs without a prescription.

Any employee found in violation of this policy will be subject to discharge.

AVAILABLE SHIFT Any Shift

APPOINTEES MUST BE WILLING TO WORK ANY SHIFT, INCLUDING EVENINGS, NIGHTS, WEEKENDS, AND HOLIDAYS.

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:

We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates. Your application and supplemental questionnaire must be submitted electronicallybefore 5:00 P.M., PT on Wednesday, June 18, 2025.

Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.

We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.

We will send notifications to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out from receiving our emails, it is possible to view notices by logging into governmentjobs.com and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicant's responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for re-scheduling an exam part. Register the below domains as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail.

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NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICIAL APPLICATION FILING PERIOD, NO EXCEPTIONS.

TO ENSURE THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY SUBMITTED, YOU MUST HAVE RECEIVED A CONFIRMATION EMAIL AS VERIFICATION.

SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:

Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.

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.

NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD:

All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase an applicant's original application record.

California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922

ADA Coordinator Phone: (213) 229-1621

Teletype Phone: (213) 626-0251

Department Contact Name: Professional Examinations Unit

Department Contact Phone: (323) 526-5611

Department Contact Email:[email protected]

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

For detailed information, please clickhere (http://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/)

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The information you provide on this supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and used to determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the examination process.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 as specific as possible and include all information requested. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response.Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification including the listed Examples of Duties and/or Essential Job Functions serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE RESPONSE AND NO CREDIT WILL BE AWARDED.All information is subject to verification at any time in the examination and hiring process. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or dismissal.

+ Yes, I understand the above information.

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Which of the following best describes your experience with full responsibility* for coordinating both the design and construction of complex facility projects**? *(Full responsibility experience means having the immediate and complete charge of managing and coordinating both the design and construction of complex facility projects and providing direct supervision over a project team responsible for the coordination of such activities.) **(Experience coordinating the design and construction of complex facility projects means direct management to include, but not limited to design, construction, budget, scope and schedule with emphasis on project cost controls and direct interface with jurisdictional agencies and other county departments for projects with a total budget of no less than $25M USD.)

+ Not Applicable

+ Less than One (1) year

+ One (1) year but less than two

+ Two (2) years or more

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DESCRIBE YOUR WORK EXPERIENCE:With full responsibility for coordinating both the design and construction of complex facility projects. (Please indicate your experience on your application.)

If you do not have experience, please indicate "Not Applicable."

NOTE:Foreach experience, please indicate the following information:

1) Name of Employer

2) Position/Title Held

3) Date From: (MM/DD/YYYY) - Date To: (MM/DD/YYYY)

4) Cost of Complex Facility Project

5) Describe experience in detail

You will not receive credit for your response if you have missing requested information.

04

Which of the following best describes your experience in the supervision*** of a section responsible for either scheduling and resource management or program and space management? *** (Supervision means the immediate and full responsibility of managing complex projects and a team of personnel that are engaged in all facets of the planning and management of facility projects. Responsibilities include, but is not limited to, establishing the project budget, scope, and schedule with emphasis on project cost controls and direct interface with jurisdictional agencies and other county departments. Further, supervision includes the direct responsibility for preparation of manager performance evaluations.)

+ Not Applicable

+ Less than One (1) year

+ One (1) year but less than two

+ Two (2) years or more

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DESCRIBE YOUR WORK EXPERIENCE:In the supervision of a section responsible for either scheduling and resource management or program and space management. (Please indicate your experience on your application.)

If you do not have experience, please indicate "Not Applicable."

NOTE:Foreach experience, please indicate the following information:

1) Name of Employer

2) Position/Title Held

3) Date From: (MM/DD/YYYY) - Date To: (MM/DD/YYYY)

4) Indicate number of employees supervised

5) Describe experience in detail

You will not receive credit for your response if you have missing requested information.

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Do you require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the examination process? In order to be considered for the initial promulgation, make sure to submit all required documentation by the initial deadline. Submitting the required documentation past the given deadline will delay your participation in the examination process and consideration for placement on the initial eligible list.

+ Yes, I will require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the examination process, and I understand the above information and instructions.

+ No, I do not require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the examination process.

07

Applicants 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 government jobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. It is the applicant's responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notifications to be a valid reason for a late test administration or re-scheduling.

+ Yes, I understand the above information

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How did you learn about this position?

+ Personal referral from someone other than a County Employee

+ County Employee

+ Los Angeles County Government Job website

+ Social Media (Instragram)

+ Social Media (Facebook)

+ Linkedin

+ County Job Hotline

+ Job Fair

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WARNING: This pre-investigative questionnaire is part of the background investigation. It is used to determine an applicant's suitability for service within the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (LASD). All information provided is considered confidential. A candidate's information will only be disclosed to an assigned background investigator if he/she is deemed suitable for the job based on the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department hiring guidelines. Answer the following questions honestly and thoroughly, as your responses will be used to determine whether or not you can proceed with the hiring process. Your responses to the following questions will be subject to verification.

+ Yes, I understand the above information.

10

The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (Department) has a "zero tolerance" policy for its employees for the following: Use of narcotics, controlled substances, and/or prescription drugs without a prescription. Any employee found in violation of this policy will be subject to discharge.

+ Yes. If employed by the Department, I agree to abide by the zero tolerance policy on the use of narcotics, controlled substances, and/or prescription drugs without a prescription.

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The Los Angeles Sheriff's Department (LASD) employees must adhere to the department's policies regarding appearance. Hair should be clean and well groomed. Tattoos upon the neck, face or head are prohibited. Beards are not allowed for employees who wear any type of uniform; mustaches must be trimmed and neat; jewelry must be minimally observable. A uniform or professional attire is required while on duty. Are you willing to comply with all the grooming, appearance policies, procedures, and standards of the LASD?

+ Yes, I am willing to comply with all the grooming, appearance policies, procedures, and standards of the LASD.

12

Do you understand you will be subject to a thorough background investigation and a medical examination?

+ Yes, I understand I will be subject to a thorough background investigation and a medical examination.

13

Are you currently on criminal probation?

+ No

+ Yes

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Are you currently on criminal parole?

+ No

+ Yes

15

Have you ever been convicted for driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs or any other DUI-related crimes? If "yes", when was the last incident/arrest date?

+ No

+ Yes; within 1 year

+ Yes; more than 1 year ago, but less than 2 years

+ Yes; more than 2 years ago, but less than 3 years

+ Yes; more than 3 years ago, but less than 4 years

+ Yes; more than 4 years ago

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Have you ever used any illegal drug (methamphetamine, heroin, speed, cocaine, ecstasy, PCP, hallucinogens, etc.) OTHER than marijuana? If "yes", when was the last time?

+ No

+ Yes; within the last 12 months

+ Yes; more than 1 year ago, but less than 2 years

+ Yes; more than 2 years ago, but less than 3 years

+ Yes; more than 3 years ago, but less than 4 years

+ Yes; more than 4 years ago

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Have you ever used methamphetamine? If "yes", how many times?

+ No

+ Yes; 1 to 9 times

+ Yes; 10 to 19 times

+ Yes; 20 to 30 times

+ Yes; 31 or more times

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Have you ever used heroin? If "yes", how many times?

+ No

+ Yes; 1 to 9 times

+ Yes; 10 to 19 times

+ Yes; 20 to 29 times

+ Yes; 30 or more times

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Have you ever used speed? If "yes", how many times?

+ No

+ Yes; 1 to 9 times

+ Yes; 10 to 19 times

+ Yes; 20 to 30 times

+ Yes; 31 or more times

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Have you ever used cocaine? If "yes", how many times?

+ No

+ Yes; 1 to 9 times

+ Yes; 10 to 19 times

+ Yes; 20 to 30 times

+ Yes; 31 or more times

21

Have you ever used ecstasy? If "yes", how many times?

+ No

+ Yes; 1 to 9 times

+ Yes; 10 to 19 times

+ Yes; 20 to 30 times

+ Yes; 31 or more times

22

Have you ever used PCP? If "yes", how many times?

+ No

+ Yes; 1 to 9 times

+ Yes; 10 to 19 times

+ Yes; 20 to 29 times

+ Yes; 30 or more times

23

Have you ever used hallucinogens? If "yes", how many times?

+ No

+ Yes; 1 to 9 times

+ Yes; 10 to 19 times

+ Yes; 20 to 30 times

+ Yes; 31 or more times

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By answering the previous questions, you acknowledge that any false statements or omissions in this questionnaire will cause you to be disqualified, removed from an eligibility list, or be cause for immediate dismissal, if any appointment is or will be made at a later time.

+ Yes

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