HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST III (Talent Assessment Consultant)

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When to Apply

We will be accepting online applications on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) – Continuous. We will keep accepting applications until the position is filled. The application window may close unexpectedly once we have enough qualified candidates.

Type of Recruitment

 We welcome applications from anyone.

Why work for us?

With almost 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation! As the largest employer in Southern California with over 100,000 employees in 39 departments, we provide vital and diverse public services like law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, and cultural activities.

The County has more than 2,100 different job types, offering a lifetime of opportunities and careers! We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. Join us and discover one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the county with a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate to reach your fullest personal and professional potential.

For more information about our amazing benefits, please visit us here: https://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/

• Plan, conduct, and design job analysis, assessment tool development, and validation research projects.
• Collaborate and consult with operating departments to understand assessment needs and recommend efficient and effective assessment plans to identify the best candidates for the job.
• Interview, observe, and survey subject matter experts to collect information and identify critical work behaviors and skills necessary for optimal job performance.
• Develop and validate assessment tools (e.g., structured interviews, written tests, performance tests, situational judgment tests) based on job analysis results in order to provide a fair and equitable assessment process and predict successful job performance.
• Conduct statistical analyses (e.g., t-tests, correlations, scale reliability estimates, factor analyses, regression) and apply classical and modern test theory to improve the reliability and validity of assessments, ensure fairness, and recommend passing scores.
• Collaborate with operating departments to ensure job analysis and assessment materials are in accordance with professional guidelines and legal standards.
• Develop and administer trainings to examination raters and subject matter experts including item-writing training, interview and assessment development training, and interviewer training.
• Assist in the orientation and training of staff on job analysis and construction of talent assessment tools.
• Lead and direct special projects related to talent assessment and business process improvement, as needed.

For more information, please view the classification specification: Human Resources Analyst III.

• Option I: Three (3) years of experience conducting job analysis and test development and validation, including one (1) year of complex job analysis and test development and validation.
• Option II: A master's degree from an accredited college in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Measurement, Applied Psychology, or a closely related field, and one (1) year of experience conducting job analysis and test development and validation, including six (6) months of complex job analysis and test development and validation.
• Option III: A doctoral degree from an accredited college in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Measurement, Applied Psychology, or a closely related field, and six (6) months of experience conducting job analysis and test development and validation.

No withhold will be allowed. Required experience and/or education must be fully met at the time of filing, and clearly indicated on the application.

Once we have identified that you meet our requirements, an invitation regarding the following assessment processes will be sent. 

This examination will consist of two (2) parts:

Part I: A multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 60%, assessing:

• Professional Potential
• Achievement
• Coping with Uncertainty
• Responsibility
• Working to High Quality Standards
• Willingness to Learn
• Working Relationships
• Analyzing Information
• Learning Quickly
• Generating New Ideas
• Using Time Efficiently
• Adapting to Change
• General Problem-Solving Skills

Applicants who achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on Part I (multiple choice and/or simulation assessment) will be invited to Part II (technical writing assessment).

• Knowledge of recruitment and personnel selection practices and processes
• Knowledge of test construction principles and methods
• Knowledge of research methods
• Written communication skills

Applicants must meet the requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each part of the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. 

Some exam components are not subject to review by candidates. Multiple choice and/or simulation assessments are not reviewable by candidates per CSR 7.19. 

If you recently took identical components for other exams, the test responses may be automatically transferred to this examination. This exam contains test components that might be used on future exams, and your responses could be transferred to that exam.

We provide study guides and other test preparation resources to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides may help in preparing for the test, we recommend reviewing all related materials that seem necessary. 

• Various information can be found on our website at https://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit/. The section dedicated to test preparation is "Employment Test Assistance." 
• Online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests. You can also visit our Los Angeles County Online Assessment Preparation Series webpage at https://lacounty.attract.neogov.com/la-county-online-assessments-prep-series for information about common online assessment types, sample questions, and test-taking tips.

Eligibility and Vacancy Information:

Candidates wwho passed the assessment are placed on a list in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months. Applications will be processed as they are received and added to the list accordingly.  We will use this list to fill vacancies within the Department of Human Resources - Countywide Talent Assessment Division as they occur.

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.

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. 

Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. 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 on your application and any attachments will result in refusal of application, rescission of appointment, or restriction of application to future recruitments.

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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New email addresses need to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to governmentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and to prevent incorrectly entered email addresses. 

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 those who do not have access to a computer or the internet, we provide access to complete an application at public libraries throughout the county.

No Sharing of User ID, Email, and Password:

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

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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. We are 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.

If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note, you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation. 

Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099

Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077

California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 

Department Contact Name: Annie Wong

Department Contact Phone: (213) 441-2034