The Workforce Development Section is designed to improve and diversify the City’s workforce by identifying workforce needs and solutions, as well as creating alternative pathways into Civil Service careers through the LA Local Hire programs and Workforce Planning efforts.
The LA Local Hire Programs create alternative pathways into civil service careers through the Targeted Local Hire Program and the Bridge to Jobs Program. The purpose of these programs is to create workforce pipelines by partnering with the City’s WorkSource Centers, Community-Based Organizations, and educational institutions. At the same time, these programs focus on connecting under-served and under-employed populations to rewarding Civil Service careers with the City of Los Angeles; thus, creating a unique opportunity for individuals to enter into Civil Service by using non-traditional civil service exams that involve on-the-job training and a working test period.
In compliance with Mayoral Executive Order, Workforce Planning improves the City’s workforce by partnering with City departments; assists all City Departments with the development and submission of their annual Equitable Workforce and Service Restoration Plans; analyzes department plans and provides recommendations to address citywide workforce challenges and priority objectives; and identifies classifications and high risk positions that are at risk of being impacted by potential retirements.
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