Job Description
Job Description
Los Angeles County Department of Public Health
Substance Abuse Prevention and Control (SAPC)
Health Analyst
Position : Hourly
Hourly Rate : $46.90
Fully Paid Medical / Dental Insurance
Contract position through 12 / 31 / 2026
The following provides a general description of duties for the Staff Analyst. Please note that the summary of responsibilities and required abilities identified below are not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.
The Staff Analyst will lead efforts within the Contracts and Compliance Division that transform and evolve how prevention, harm reduction and treatment contracts are managed and monitored with the expressed goal of streamlining practices, minimizing redundancies and inefficiencies, creating consistency, leveraging technology and focusing on quality client care and outcomes. This position will support examination of current practices within this context and contribute to implementation of system and operational enhancements.
The duties of Staff Analyst include, but are not limited to, the following :
- Analyze current practices and update or draft policies, procedures and workflows to ensure clear understanding of operational steps and consistent application.
- Research effective methods for staff development in transforming work functions and support implementation of actions.
- Visit contract provider agency sites to understand service priorities and apply learnings to development of tools and resources.
- Identify, track and report on performance metrics to improve the contract development and monitoring process with impact on clients / agencies served.
- Collaborate with information technology and EHR staff and entities to design and develop technology solutions for tracking and report development.
- Collaborate with managers and staff to understand and execute development needs to streamline operations and address inefficiencies.
- Participate in meetings and efforts to develop and implement a strategic plan that modernizes operations and advances reform efforts.
Minimum Qualifications :
A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in a discipline related to the core business function of the department -AND- four (4) years of experience in the research or analysis of public or non-public programs including those in health education, public health, healthcare management, public policy, social services, and / or social work / social welfare. A Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in a discipline related to the core business function of DPH may be substituted for one year of the required experience.Experience researching, analyzing and developing protocols, best practices, policy, regulations, and / or reports and making recommendations to management on needed action and leading implementation in a core area above (#1).Experience collecting, analyzing, and evaluating program data and making recommendations for program modifications, funding allocations, quality improvement or corrective action.Computer literate and skilled in the use of MS Windows-based programs, including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).Excellent oral and written communication skills.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.Qualified candidates should email their cover letter and resume to partnersindiversityresumes@p -i-d.biz or call the office at (626)793-0020