The LA County Board of Supervisors recently declared a local state of emergency for homelessness, 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 Department of Homeless Services and Housing (HSH) seeks to fill an emergency Health Program Manager II vacancy with an excellent candidate who will serve as HSH’s Equity and Cultural Care Officer (ECCO). The ECCO will provide executive leadership for Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDIA) initiatives, embedding equity into organizational strategy, decision-making, and performance outcomes. This role will partner across the organization and with community stakeholders to advance evidence-based, measurable equity improvements while fostering a culture of collaboration and engagement with internal and external stakeholders. The ECCO will translate community-led designs into a responsive and accountable public system, embedding cultural sensitivity, equitable education, and inclusive practices across operations. Through evidence-based frameworks, accountability measures, and robust community engagement, the ECCO will drive continuous improvement aligned with HSH’s core values of equity, transparency, and collaboration.
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.
During 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 Health Program Manager II position.
Type of Recruitment
Open Competitive - Emergency
Filing Information
This announcement is being reposted to accept additional applications.
APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED FROM THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2026, AT 8:00 A.M. (PT) UNTIL MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2026, 5:00 P.M. (PT). ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BEFORE 5:00 P.M. (PT) ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2026, TO BE ACCEPTED.
Exam Number
HH4542A-EA
Application and 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. Please note, applicants will not receive individual notifications regarding their application or whether they meet the requirements.
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