Deputy Inspector General

DEPUTY INSPECTOR GENERALPrint (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty/jobs/newprint/4233439) DEPUTY INSPECTOR GENERALSalary $149,052.00 - $223,908.00 AnnuallyLocation Los Angeles County, CAJob TypeFull timeJob NumberH1651DDepartmentBOARD OF SUPERVISORS EXECUTIVE OFFICEOpening Date02/14/2024

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Position/Program InformationEXECUTIVE OFFICE OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS FILING DATES Applications will be accepted starting FEBRUARY 15, 2024 at 8:00 a.m. (PT) and will remain open until the needs of the Department are met. Filing may close at any time without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER H1651D TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity NO WITHHOLDS OR OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE ARE ALLOWED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. DEFINITION:Provides independent civilian monitoring of the Sheriff's Department operations by reviewing and analyzing reports and data provided by the Department, other members of the Office of Inspector General (OIG), and direct observations of Department operations. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS:Positions allocable to this class report to an Assistant Inspector General, the Chief Deputy and the Inspector General and provide legal and practical analysis of data to identify and recommend topics for OIG reports. Under general direction, incumbents perform a wide range of independent monitoring and legal analysis and make recommendations based on identified procedural, policy and/or cultural issues. Incumbents are also responsible for working closely with OIG personnel and Sheriff's Department employees to conduct monitoring activities and convert information gained from monitoring into proposals for policy change in the Sheriff's Department. Incumbents must have excellent interpersonal skills, the highest level of integrity, and a strong commitment to maintaining confidentiality where provided for by law. The work performed is of a highly specialized, complex and often sensitive nature and subject to review for adherence to policy, initiative and sound legal judgment. Incumbents should have a demonstrated ability to comprehend and evaluate law enforcement operations such as the use of force in jails, and interpret and apply relevant laws and regulations. This ability requires a detailed knowledge of the challenges of law enforcement and the interaction between government and the community. Essential Job Functions

Monitors and reviews use of force statistics, internal investigations of force incidents and misconduct, disciplinary decisions, the quality of audits and inspections conducted by the Probation Department or Sheriff's Department, the condition of jail facilities, the operations of Probation's or Sheriff's stations and subcommands, as well as any other factors that may contribute to the effective and lawful functioning of the department.

Analyzes, organizes and synthesizes a variety of data in order to make recommendations designed to reduce unnecessary use of force, misconduct and the County's exposure to lawsuits.

Provides status updates on the progress of the Probation Department or the Sheriff's Department in implementing reforms.

Consults with Probation Department or Sheriff's Department personnel, County employees, community members, and other stakeholders to develop periodic recommendations for policy and procedural changes designed to improve the operations of the Probation or Sheriff's departments.

Works cooperatively with other OIG staff to accomplish office goals, including the creation of work plans and monitoring the status of data gathering.

Consults with Probation Department or Sheriff's Department personnel when necessary regarding Departmental policies, disciplinary action, and other activities to encourage lawful and effective conduct.

Analyzes law enforcement procedures to produce recommendations for best practices, and maintains expertise in this area through continued training and observation.

Takes steps necessary to obtain data needed for review and analysis, including, when necessary, direct data-gathering from the Probation Department or Sheriff's Department, which may include traveling to crime scenes, detention facilities, jails, camps, and group homes, sometimes at times other than normal working hours, and observing operations and training and conducting interviews.

Plans and directs investigations with other OIG staff of selected incidents, problems, or systems failures with Probation's or Sheriff's department operations, and reports findings to the Assistant Inspector General, the Chief Deputy and the Inspector General.

Prepares draft public reports on the Probation Department or Sheriff's Department to facilitate public awareness.

RequirementsMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS : Candidates must have five (5) years or more of full-time professional experience as a:

local, state, or federal prosecutor; criminal defense attorney; or

other attorney working in a field related to law enforcement or civilian monitoring of government or law enforcement; or

other attorney conducting or supervising complex investigations; or

other attorney conducting risk management operations or analysis

Full-time experience is evaluated on the basis of a 40-hour work week. Part-time experience will be evaluated and prorated accordingly.

Complex investigations is defined as: independently investigating highly sensitive cases by conducting research, evaluating, as well as providing finding and recommendations to management. A significantly greater degree of originality, innovation, critical thinking, resourcefulness, and conceptualization are required to perform the task.Risk Management is defined as: identifying policies, procedures and/or practices which pose significant risks of constitutional violations or unlawful or tortious conduct (and resulting liability to the county), and recommending the implementation of policies, procedures and practices to mitigate those risks.LICENSE:Admission to practice law in all courts of California.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. SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATIONS REQUIRED: Attorneys must submit a proof of active eligibility in the State Bar of California along with their application, or within ten (10) calendar days from application submission. If there is any issue with submitting a document during online application filing, please [email protected]. Please include the exam number and the exam title in the subject line. Additional InformationExamination Cont ent:The examination will consist of a structured oral interview weighted100%. The assessment will evaluate candidates' experience, knowledge, oral communication, willingness, and general abilities to perform the duties of the position.Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the interview in order to beplaced on the eligible register.Please Note:Test invitation letters and other correspondence will be sent electronically to the e-mail address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid e-mail address.Please add the below email addresses to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter [email protected]@[email protected] Angeles Countywill notconsider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component.Scores cannot be given over the telephone. Eligibility Information:We will process applications on an "as-received" basis. Those who receive a passing final score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names on the register will be active for a period of 12 months following the date of promulgation.No person may participate in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months.In addition to the typical County background check, candidates must complete a background check by the Sheriff’s Department to be able to access Sheriff’s Department databases. Vacancy Information:We will use the resulting eligible register to fill vacancies in the Executive Office of the Board of Supervisors, Office of Inspector General. Special Information:Shift/Availability: Please note that Deputy Inspector Generals must be available to adjust work hours when necessary to monitor critical incidents. Application And Filing Information:Applications must be filed online only. We must receive your application BEFORE 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. PT, deadline.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 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. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Specialty Requirements to Qualify as listed on this job bulletin. Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected.Important: 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 rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from the Class Specification and Specialty 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. 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 history unless 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 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.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. Social Security Number (SSN):Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. User ID and Password: All applicants must file their application 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. Do you have a computer and internet access?For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Department Contact Name:Neal [email protected] (213) 974-0895 ADA Coordinator Phone:(213) 974-1422 Teletype Phone:(213) 974-1704 California Relay Services Phone:(800) 735-2922 CLICKHERE (http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/247636EmploymentInformation.pdf) FOR ADDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION! COUNTY OF LOS ANGELESEmployment InformationAny language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.Your Responsibilities:1.Completing Your Application:a. Before submission of the application, it is your responsibility to ensure that all information provided is correct and complete on the application. Incomplete applications cannot be accepted.b. List each payroll title separately for each job. Do not group your experience. Specify the beginning and ending dates for each job. If you are a Los Angeles County employee and have held multiple positions, do NOT list all of your time with the County under your present payroll title.c. Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.d. To receive credit, include required documents (e.g., copy of your diploma, transcript, certificate, or license) as directed on the job posting. International degrees in a foreign language must be translated to English and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. Refer to the job posting for specific deadlines for supporting documentation.2.Requirements on Job Posting:a. Your application will only be accepted if it clearly shows you meet the requirements. The information you give will determine your eligibility and is subject to verification at any time.b. You must be at least 16 years of age at the time of appointment unless other age limits are stated on the job posting. The Federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) of 1967, as amended, prohibits discrimination on the basis of age for any individual over age 40.c. Experience is evaluated on the basis of a verifiable 40- hour week, unless specified otherwise. Prorated part-time experience may be acceptable.3.Application Deadline: All job applications must be completed and submitted before the closing time on the last day of the filing period as indicated on the job posting unless other instructions are provided. Job postings with an open continuous filing period are subject to closure without prior notice. It is to your advantage to file your application early and not wait until the last allowable date and time as you will not be able to apply once the filing period has closed.4.Change of Name or Address: To change personal information such as your name or address, log into your profile onwww.governmentjobs.comand make the necessary change. This can be done at any time.5.Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Policy:a. It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation or disability. b. If you are an individual requesting reasonable accommodation(s) in the examination process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. The provision of accommodation may be subject to verification as allowable with State and Federal law. All accommodation-related information will remain confidential.Disclaimer: The County of Los Angeles is not responsible or in any way liable for any computer hardware or software malfunction which may affect the employment application or the application selection process.You assume all responsibility and risk for the use of this system and the Internet generally. This system and the information provided on it are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. No advice or information given by the County of Los Angeles or its respective employees shall modify the foregoing or create any warranty.The County of Los Angeles expressly disclaims any warranty that the information on this system or on the Internet generally will be uninterruptible or error free or that any information, software or other material accessible from the system is free of viruses or other harmful components. You shall have no recourse against the County of Los Angeles as the system provider for any alleged or actual infringement of any proprietary rights a user may have in anything posted or retrieved on our system.The County of Los Angeles shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, punitive, incidental, special or consequential damages arising out of or in any way connected with the use of this system or with the delay or inability to use it (or any linked sites), or for any information obtained through this system, or otherwise arising out of the use of this system, the Internet generally or on any other basis.NOTE: Your application is submitted using Secure Encryption to ensure the privacy of all information you transmit over the Internet.By accepting the Use Disclaimer set forth here, you agree to all of the above terms and further agree to use this Online Job Employment Application System only for the submission of bona fide employment applications to the County of Los Angeles. Any other use of this Online Job Employment Application System, including without limitation any copying, downloading, translating, decompiling, or reverse engineering of the system, data, or related software, shall be a violation of the Use Disclaimer.Test Preparation: Study Guides and other resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. An interactive system for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website athttps://hr.lacounty.gov/. Additional resources may be listed on the job posting. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Employment Information Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.Veteran’s Credit: In all open competitive examinations, a veteran’s credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examinations will be added to the final passing grade of an honorably discharged veteran who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under any of the following conditions: During a declared war; -or- During the period April 28, 1952 through July 1, 1955; -or- For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred after January 31, 1955, and before October 15, 1976; -or- During the Gulf War from August 2, 1990 through January 2, 1992; -or- For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning September 11, 2001, and ending on August 31, 2010 the last day of Operation Iraqi Freedom; -or- In a campaign or expedition for which a campaign medal or expeditionary medal has been authorized and awarded. Any Armed Forces Expeditionary medal or campaign badge, including El Salvador, Lebanon, Grenada, Panama, Southwest Asia, Somalia, and Haiti qualifies for credit.A campaign medal holder or Gulf War veteran who originally enlisted after September 7, 1980 (or began active duty on or after October 14, 1982, and has not previously completed 24 months of continuous active duty) must have served continuously for 24 months or the full period called or ordered to active duty.This also applies to the spouse of such person who, while engaged in such service was wounded, disabled or crippled and thereby permanently prevented from engaging in any remunerative occupation, and also to the widow or widower of any such person who died or was killed while in such service. A DD214, Certificate of Discharge or Separation from Active Duty, or other official documents issued by the branch of service are required as verification of eligibility for Veterans preference. Applicants must submit the documentation for each open competitive exam to qualify for veteran’s credit. More information available at:https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-services/vet-guide-for-hr-professionals/Accreditation Information: Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which 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). More information available at:http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812PPG123.pdfand http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105PPG123AC EResourceGuide.pdfBackground Check: 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 history unless 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.Career Planning: 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 athttps://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov/#/.Benefit Information: Depending on the position, the successful candidate will enroll in a contributory defined benefit pension plan if the candidate is a “new member” of the County’s defined benefit plan (LACERA) on or after January 1, 2013 (first employed by the County on or after December 1, 2012) – unless she or he established reciprocity with another public retirement system in which she or he was a member before January 1, 2013. It should be noted that County employees do not pay into Social Security, but do pay the Medical Hospital Insurance Tax portion of Social Security at a rate of 1.45%. The Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association (LACERA) has reciprocal agreements with several public retirement systems in California.Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990: All positions are open to qualified men and women. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons with disabilities who believe they need reasonable accommodation, or help in order to apply for a position, may contact the ADA/Personnel Services for Disabled Persons Coordinator. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. The County will attempt to meet reasonable accommodation requests whenever possible.Equal Employment Opportunity: It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Employment Information Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.Los Angeles County Child Support Compliance Program: In an effort to improve compliance with courtordered child, family and spousal support obligations, certain employment and identification information (i.e., name, address, Social Security number and date of hire) is regularly reported to the State Directory of New Hires which may assist in locating persons who owe these obligations. Family Code Section 17512 permits under certain circumstances for additional employment and identifying information to be requested. Applicants will not be disqualified from employment based on this information.Social Security Act of 2004: Section 419 (c) of Public Law 108-203, the Social Security Protection Act of 2004, requires State and local government employers to disclose the effect of the Windfall Elimination Provision and the Government Pension Offset Provision to employees hired on or after January 1, 2005, in jobs not covered by Social Security. The County of Los Angeles does not participate in the Social Security System. All newly hired County of Los Angeles employees must sign a statement (Form SSA1945) prior to the start of employment indicating that they are aware of a possible reduction in their future Social Security benefit entitlement. For more information on Social Security and about each provision, you may visit the websitewww.socialsecurity.gov, or call toll free 1-800-772- 1213. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the TTY number 1-800-325-0778 or contact a local Social Security office.Employment Eligibility Information: Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States. Immigration law provides that all persons hired after November 6, 1986, are required to present original documents to the County, within three (3) business days of hiring, which show satisfactory proof of 1) identity and 2) U.S. employment eligibility.The California Fair Employment and Housing Act(Part 2.8 commencing with Section 12900 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code) and the Regulations of the Fair Employment and Housing Commission (California Code of Regulations, Title 2, Division 4, Sections 7285.0 through 8504) prohibits employment discrimination based on race or color; religion; national origin or ancestry, physical disability; mental disability or medical condition; marital status; sex or sexual orientation; age, with respect to persons over the age of 40; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.COVID-19 VACCINATION: Some County workforce members may be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Successful candidates for those positions/classifications may be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department.Updated April 2023For detailed information, please clickhere (http://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/) 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. Please be specific as possible and include all information requested. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Please note that 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.

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Which of the following do you have professional experience as? Please select all that apply.

A local, state, or federal prosecutor; criminal defense attorney

An attorney working in a field related to law enforcement or civilian monitoring of government or law enforcement

An attorney conducting or supervising complex investigations

An attorney conducting risk management operations or analysis

None of the above

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How many total years offull-time(i.e. 40-hr work week) professional experience do you have in the role(s) selected above?

Does Not Apply; None

0-2 years

Between 2 and 4 years

Between 4 and 5 years

At least 5 years or more

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