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SENIOR NURSING INSTRUCTOR - HOMELESSNESS

Salary

$122,010.72 - $182,634.24 Annually

Location

Los Angeles County, CA

Job Type

Full time

Job Number

35216A-EA

Department

FIRE

Opening Date

06/25/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

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Position/Program Information

FIRE DEPARTMENT

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT

OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY

EXAM NUMBER

35216A-EA

APPLICATION FILING PERIOD

Applications will be accepted beginning Thursday, June 26, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) – Continuous

This examination will remain open until the needs of the Department are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.

The LA County Board of Supervisorsrecently declared a local state of emergency for homelessness (https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/bos/supdocs/176661.pdf?) , 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 County of Los Angeles Fire Department is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Senior Nursing Instructor 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.

Before the end of 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 Senior Nursing Instructor.

DEFINITION:

Provides comprehensive in-service education services to a nursing organization.

CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS:

Positions allocable to this class identify and analyze the training needs of a specific category or group of employees develop planning procedures, and training programs to meet their training needs, and conducts or arranges for the conduct of such programs as well as the evaluating of their effectiveness. Senior Nursing Instructors may be assigned to an in-service or other specialized education program. Senior Nursing Instructors normally work under the general technical and administrative supervision of a Nurse Education Director. They provide a full range of training of educational services to a particular segment of a large organization, or have responsibility for the development and implementation of a highly specialized and complex training or educational program throughout several segments of a large organization. Senior Nursing Instructors, In-Service, are expected to be skilled in training need identification and analysis, training program development, the conduct of instruction, and the evaluation of training effectiveness. In additions they must be able to deal effectively with subject matter which may be highly specialized and complex, or cover a wide range of nursing technology, including the scientific principles on which such technology is based, in addition to supervisory and management principles and practices.

Essential Job Functions

+ Assists Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Program Heads in the development of educational course content and the selection of teaching methods for prehospital care providers (e.g., EMTs, paramedics, dispatchers) in a specific geographical field division or specialty unit (e.g., Air Operations, lifeguards, dispatchers, advanced and basic life support personnel).

+ Researches the training needs of prehospital care providers on an on-going basis.

+ Presents training programs and instruction to prehospital care providers on a variety of topics that vary in complexity (e.g., prehospital knowledge and skills).

+ Evaluates patient care provided by prehospital care providers.

+ Leads prehospital care providers in the successful implementation of prehospital care policies and procedures, presentation, and classroom management skills.

+ Drives department-issued vehicles to various areas in Los Angeles County.

Requirements

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS:

Two years' nursing education experience as a Nursing Instructor* or its equivalent.

LICENSE:

+ A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing.**

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

You MU S T meet the above requirements in order to be appointed to fill any vacancies related to this recruitment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:

*A Nursing Instructor is defined as someone who develops specialized training programs or educational course content for a group of employees, presents this content in a formal learning situation, supervises its application in a clinical setting, and evaluates effectiveness of the training in achieving predetermined training objectives under technical supervision.

**License/Certificate Information: Applicants for this position are required to include a copies of the required licenses at the time of filing or within fifteen (15) calendar days of submitting their online application.

***Successful applicants for this position will be required to obtain and present a copy of their driving record from the California State Department of Motor Vehicles before being appointed. Applicants should not present a copy of their driving history until asked to do so by the hiring department. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether an applicant's driving history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job. License must not be currently suspended, restricted, or revoked.

PHYSICAL CLASS:

3 - Moderate: This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds.

Additional Information

EXAMINATION CONTENT:

Before the end of your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment.

APPLICATION & 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 [email protected],[email protected] well [email protected], [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 before the posting closes 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 onwww.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.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE:

The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Selection Requirements. Please fill out your application and supplemental questionnaire completely and correctly to receive full credit for any related education, training, and job experience. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your actual job title, beginning and ending dates, description of work performed, total number of hours worked (full or part time). Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for this job. Your application will be rejected if it is incomplete. We may reject your application at any time during the selection process.

AVAILABLE SHIFT:

Any Shift - Appointees must be willing to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

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 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. Refer to their website for more information: http://lacountylibrary.org.

NO SHARING OF USER ID, EMAIL AND PASSWORD:

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

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 County of Los Angeles Fire Department is committed to promoting Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst various groups of people. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

Department Contact Name: Fire Examination Section

Department Contact Phone: (213) 466-5500

Department Contact Email: [email protected]

Analyst Contact Phone: Cindy Delgado, (213) 466-5500

Analyst Contact Email: [email protected]

Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2929

California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922

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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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 would like the County of Los Angeles to notify you regarding your application status and other important information pertaining to your candidacy for this position. Regardless, of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices.

Please [email protected],[email protected] the [email protected] your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.

It is your responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence.

+ 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 application and hiring process. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or dismissal.

+ I understand and agree.

03

This position works to support the County's response to the homelessness emergency.

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

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Do you have two years' nursing education experience as a Nursing Instructor* or its equivalent?

*A Nursing Instructor is defined as someone who develops specialized training programs or educational course content for a group of employees, presents this content in a formal learning situation, supervises its application in a clinical setting, and evaluates effectiveness of the training in achieving predetermined training objectives under technical supervision.

+ Yes

+ No

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Please describe in detail your experience as a Nursing Instructor or its equivalent. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "Not Applicable".NOTE:For each experience, please indicate the following information:

+ Name and Address of Employer

+ Position/Title Held

+ Date From: (MM/YYYY), Date To: (MM/YYYY)

+ Hours worked per week

+ Describe experience in detail.

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Do you have a license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing and did you attach a copy to your application?

+ Yes, I have a license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing and have attached a copy to my application.

+ Yes, I have a license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing and will email a copy to [email protected] within 15 calendar days of application submission.

+ No, I do not have a license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing.

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Do you have a valid California Class "C" Driver License and did you attach a copy to your application?

+ Yes, I have a valid California Class "C" Driver License and have attached a copy to my application.

+ Yes, I have a valid California Class "C" Driver License and will email a copy to [email protected] within 15 calendar days of application submission.

+ No, I do not have a valid California Class "C" Driver License.

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Did you attach a copy of your resume to your application?

+ Yes, I attached a copy of my resume.

+ No, I did not attach a copy of my resume but will email a copy to [email protected] within 15 calendar days.

+ No, I did not attach a copy of my resume.

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Employer

County of Los Angeles

Address

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Los Angeles, California, 90010

Website

http://hr.lacounty.gov

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