Job Description

Salary : $109,807.68 - $147,965.52 Annually
Location : Los Angeles County, CA
Job Type: Full time
Job Number: J1652E
Department: SHERIFF
Opening Date: 11/26/2024
Closing Date: Continuous


Position/Program Information
FIRST DAY OF FILING NOVEMBER 27, 2024 AT 8:00 A.M. (PT)

THE FILING PERIOD MAY BE SUSPENDED AT ANY TIME WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. THIS EXAMINATION MAY REOPEN AS THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE REQUIRE.
NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICIAL APPLICATION FILING PERIOD, NO EXCEPTIONS.
EXAM NUMBER J1652E

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY
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.

• Flexible Benefit Plans - The County provides each employee with a monthly "benefit allowance" they can use to pay for benefits, allowing employees to choose among a variety of pre-tax and after-tax benefits that include Medical and Dental coverage, Group life insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, Health care spending accounts, Long-term disability health insurance, Subsidized Dependent Care Spending Accounts.
• Robust Retirement Packages - Contributory-defined benefit plan; optional tax-deferred income plans that may include a county matching contribution up to 4% of employee's salary.
• Generous Maternity and Family Leave Benefits
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays per year.

For more details on employee benefits, please visit
NO OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE WILL BE ACCEPTED.
DEFINITION
Conducts highly complex professional audits of law enforcement operations which includes investigations, programs, procedures, records, and other related areas, and prepares comprehensive reports on audit findings.


CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS
Positions allocable to this class are located in the Sheriff Department and are responsible for managing and conducting highly complex performance audits relating to law enforcement operations. This classification acts as a project manager and is distinguished by its role in providing technical guidance to assigned investigative teams comprised of sworn personnel. Positions are responsible for providing independent and objective reviews and assessments of the organization's law enforcement investigative operations, practices, policies and procedures, focusing on high-risk areas and its compliance to policies and procedures; determining whether internal controls are adequate to address inherent risks within administrative and operational processes to comply with applicable laws, policies, procedures, and professional standards.


Incumbents must have extensive knowledge of performance audit standards, including Generally Accepted Auditing Standards and have familiarity with public sector benchmarking and performance measurement concepts.

Essential Job Functions
Evaluates risks within assigned audit areas and recommends revisions and/or expansions to audit programs.


Plans, administers, and conducts audit field work for assigned projects, ensuring the audit objectives are accomplished according to the established audit work plan.


Develops audit work plans that include preliminary surveys, risk assessments, approach and methodology for gathering and testing work product. Derives statistical samples from populations to adequately represent findings and recommendations of results.


Identifies areas with deficiencies in internal controls, conflicting policies, and best practices.


Plans, conducts, and reports results of performance audits according to recognized Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards.


Conducts comprehensive audits and develops objectives to improve the efficiency, effectiveness, and/or compliance of the Sheriff Department's programs, operations, and records for adherence to applicable laws, regulations and policy and procedures.


Ensures each audit considers the Department's strategic and performance goals and objectives, mission, creed, and core values.


Works with sworn personnel to collect, analyze, and interpret data to measure performance while safeguarding confidential data and information obtained during the audit process.


Interviews department personnel and gathers evidence to support and ensure audit results are appropriate and sufficient.
Recommends improvements for compliance to increase the overall effectiveness of department procedures, as well as administrative and operational processes.


Prepares and submits detailed, complete, objective, and timely reports of audit results for management and executive review.


Presents audit results to department executive staff and the Office of Inspector General.


Drives to various locations throughout Los Angeles County to perform field work.

Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
A Bachelor's degree* from an accredited college or university AND either:


OPTION I: Two years ofauditing experience in law enforcement operations conducting performance, compliance, operations, or program audits in accordance with professional auditing standards in a law enforcement agency.


OPTION II: Three years of professional auditing experience, with a high degree of independence and knowledge, in a governmental agency conducting complex management, performance, financial, and compliance audits according to professional auditing standards.
ALL APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF FILING IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS EXAMINATION.
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
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

*In order to receive credit for the required degree , you MUST include a legible copy of the official transcripts, official degree, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the areas of specialization at the time of filing, or within seven (7) calendar days from the date of filing your online application Please submit documentation to sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org and indicate your name, the exam title and the exam number. Failure to provide the required documentation will result in application rejection . Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted to meet the educational requirement.

Unofficial transcripts downloaded from the internet are not deemed to be official transcripts and will NOT be accepted.


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 utilized 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 computerized multiple-choice test covering knowledge of Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS) and reading comprehension weighted 40%.
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19, THE MULTIPLE-CHOICE TEST IS NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES.
CANDIDATES MAY BE INVITED TO PARTICIPATE IN PART I AND PART II. HOWEVER, ONLY THOSE THAT ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER IN PART I WILL HAVE PART II SCORED. CANDIDATES WHO DO NOT COMPLETE BOTH PARTS ON THE SAME DAY WILL BE DISQUALIFIED FROM THE EXAMINATION.
PART II A Written Response Interview (WRI) covering project management, planning and organizing, application of professional auditing standards, analysis and decision making, computer applications, interpersonal skills, and written communication skills weighted 60%.
CANDIDATES MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON THE EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER.
TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS

• Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination.
• This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses may be transferred.

TESTING ACCOMMODATION If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment 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 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.
VETERANS CREDIT

If you served in the military and were honorably discharged, you may qualify for Veteran's Credit. To receive this credit, please include a copy of your DD214 Form issued by the branch of service with your application for review.

ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION The names of candidates 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 six (6) months following the date of promulgation. Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly.
NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY SIX (6) MONTHS.


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.
VACANCY INFORMATION The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies within the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Office of Constitutional Policing /Headquarters.
AVAILABLE SHIFT: Day APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION


APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
TO ENSURE THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY SUBMITTED, YOU MUST HAVE RECEIVED A CONFIRMATION EMAIL AS VERIFICATION. All applicants are required to submit a Standard County of Los Angeles Employment application and supplemental questionnaire ONLINE only. Resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of applications, although resumes and supporting documents may be uploaded as attachments to the online application.
Fill out your application and supplemental questionnaire completely. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we may evaluate your qualifications for the job. All information is subject to verification and applications may be rejected at any time during the selection process.

The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS and you have completely filled out your application.
Apply online by clicking on the green " Apply " button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Your application and supplemental questionnaire must be submitted electronically before 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing.
NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICIAL APPLICATION FILING PERIOD, NO EXCEPTIONS.
Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. (PT) 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 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.
IMPORTANT NOTES:

• Please note that ALL information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made.
• FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or R ESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT.
• Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED .

CORRESPONDENCE AND UPDATES WILL BE SENT VIA E-MAIL

• All notices including invitation letters, result letters and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add as well as , and to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Please note, if you opt out of receiving emails, you can visit governmentjobs.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent, for your records.

NOTE: Candidates who apply online must upload any required documents as attachments during application submission. If you are unable to attach required documents, you may fax the documents to (323) 415-2580 or email the documents to at the time of filing, or within seven (7) calendar days from the date of application filing. Failure to provide the required documentation will result in application rejection. Please include your Name, the Exam Number, and the Exam Title on the faxed documents. 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.
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 a candidate'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: For more information on Employment Information, click on the link below.


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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:
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.
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01


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 ANSWER 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. 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 and instructions.

02


Which of the following options best describes your highest level of education completed from an accredited college or university?

• Not Applicable
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree or higher

03


I understand that if I expect to receive credit for the required degree, I must include a legible copy of the official transcripts, official degree , or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the areas of specialization. Documents may be submitted either by 1) attaching directly to my application at the time of submission, or 2) emailing any outstanding required documents to sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org or 3) faxing any outstanding documents to (323) 415-2580 at the time of filing, or within seven (7) calendar days from the date of filing your online application. Failure to provide the required documentation will result in application rejection. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted to meet the educational requirements.

• Yes, I understand the above information and instructions.

04


Which of the following best describes your auditing experience in law enforcement operations conducting performance, compliance, operations, or program audits in accordance with professional auditing standards in a law enforcement agency?

• Not Applicable
• Less than one year
• One (1) year but less than two
• Two (2) years or more

05



DESCRIBE YOUR AUDITING EXPERIENCE: In law enforcement operations conducting performance, compliance, operations, or program audits in accordance with professional auditing standards in a law enforcement agency.
INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
1) Dates of Employment


2) Employer Name


3) Your Job Title


4) Description of Experience


(Also, indicate your experience in your application) (insert NA, if Not Applicable)


06


Which of the following best describes your professional auditing experience, with a high degree of independence and knowledge, in a governmental agency conducting complex management, performance, financial, and compliance audits according to professional auditing standards?

• Not Applicable
• Less than one year
• One (1) year but less than two
• Two (2) years but less than three
• Three (3) years or more

07



DESCRIBE YOUR PROFESSIONAL AUDITING EXPERIENCE: With a high degree of independence and knowledge, in a governmental agency conducting complex management, performance, financial, and compliance audits according to professional auditing standards.
INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

1) Dates of Employment


2) Employer Name


3) Your Job Title


4) Description of Experience


(Also, indicate your experience in your application) (insert NA, if Not Applicable)


08


The following questions are to assess the candidate's willingness to accept working conditions of Law Enforcement Auditors.
Candidates must answer "Yes" to all questions. A "No" response to any question will disqualify the candidate from the application process.

• Yes, I understand the above information and instructions.

09


Are you willing to travel to any location within Los Angeles County?

• Yes
• No

10


In the execution of the Law Enforcement Auditor duties, you will have to make site visits to Los Angeles County Sheriff's Stations, Jail Facilities, and County Courts where you may be in close proximity to inmates. Are you willing to go to these places if required?

• Yes
• No

11


In the execution of the Law Enforcement Auditor duties, you will have to view video recordings of incidents which may include graphic violence, potential nudity, and foul language. Are you willing to view these images?

• Yes
• No

12


In the execution of the Law Enforcement Auditor duties, are you willing to evaluate and critique the performance of armed law enforcement personnel during the course of their duties?

• Yes
• No

13


In the execution of the Law Enforcement Auditor duties, are you willing to learn how to organize and evaluate large dataset using tools such as Excel, Power BI, or other types of database platforms?

• Yes
• No

14


Are you willing to work in an office in close proximity with armed law enforcement personnel?

• Yes
• No

15


Do you require American with Disabilities Act (ADA) 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 ADA accommodation to complete any part of the examination process, and I understand the above information and instructions.
• No, I do not require ADA accommodation to complete any part of the examination process.

16


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 governmentjobs.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. Do you understand this information?

• Yes, I understand the above information,

17


How did you learn about this position?

• Personal referral from someone other a County Employee
• County Employee
• Los Angeles County Government Job website
• Social Media (Instagram)
• Social Media ( Facebook)
• Linkedin
• County Job Hotline
• Job Fair

18


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.
Do you understand this information?

• Yes, I understand the above information and instructions.

19


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.

20


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.

21


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.

22


Are you currently on criminal probation?

• No
• Yes

23


Are you currently on criminal parole?

• No
• Yes

24


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

• 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

25


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

26


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

27


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

28


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

29


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

• No
• Yes; 1 to 9 times
• Yes; 10 to 19 times
• Yes; 20 to

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