ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR - Community Outreach Coordinator

City Attorney

Exempt | Location: Civic Center

Annual Salary

$66,461.04 - $68,298.48

contact information

Human Resources
2139787160
atty.recruit@lacity.org

job description

ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR I
Community Outreach Coordinator
Community Outreach and Response
Executive Branch
Salary Range: $66,461.04 - $68,298.48

About Us
The Los Angeles City Attorney's office is one of the nation's largest municipal law offices. With over 1,000 legal professionals, including 500 attorneys, the Office provides the City with the highest caliber of legal services, ranging from prosecuting criminal misdemeanors and playing a leading role in criminal justice reform, advising on homelessness initiatives, defending civil lawsuits and claims, and bringing civil enforcement actions in the name of the People of the State of California. Guided by an overarching commitment to integrity, accountability and transparency, we find great meaning in the work we do and the services we provide.

Duties and Responsibilities
The Community Outreach Coordinator (COC) will identify opportunities to participate in community events to share Office resources and promote community participation. The COC will attend various community events throughout the City of Los Angeles covering all 15 Council Districts and will interact with members of the community. Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to:
1. Establish and maintain relationships with local entities including City Council Offices, City Departments, nonprofit organizations, schools and religious institutions based in Los Angeles to promote outreach services for future event opportunities.
2. Engage with community members in a friendly and approachable manner. Initiate conversations and promote services offered at the LA City Attorney’s Office.
3. Interact with community members to understand their interests, concerns, and needs regarding City related matters.
4. Create and distribute informational materials, brochures, flyers, and other resources related to community programs, events, services, and initiatives.
5. Refer community members to appropriate divisions within the Office. Once referrals have been documented through email, the designated staff member will be responsible for following up.
6. Communicate common concerns shared by community members to your supervisor.
7. Serve as a positive representative for the Office and uphold the Office values, mission, and objectives in all interactions and activities.
8. Other duties as needed.

Requirements
At least one year of full-time professional experience performing duties and responsibilities
related to the Administrative Coordinator I position. Additional requirements include:
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Must enjoy communicating with the public;
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds;
• Ability to operate personal computer and experience using Microsoft Office, Adobe, and other software;
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail;
• Strong critical thinking skills with a focus on problem-solving;
• Able to sit or stand at a booth or table for extended periods;
• Able to work in indoor/outdoor locations in various weather conditions;
• Able to lift and carry up to 25lbs;
• Valid Driver’s License;
• Flexibility to work weekends or evenings as required.

Desired Qualifications
• Previous experience in community outreach, event coordination, or customer service;
• Knowledgeable of City Services and community resources;
• Friendly, outgoing, and approachable demeanor;
• Bilingual;
• Bachelor’s degree.

Benefits Offered

Medical, Dental, Vision
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Tax-Advantage Spending Accounts
Retirement Plan (LACERS)
Deferred Compensation Plan (457(b))
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Paid Time Off
13 Yearly Holidays
Vacation
Personal Leave
Floating Holidays
Sick Leave
Bereavement Leave

Telework
This position may qualify for up to 1 day of telework per week.

Current Location
City Hall East, 200 N. Main Street, Los Angeles. Position is subject to assignment at any location within the City of Los Angeles.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement
For candidates seeking initial City employment, in accordance with Los Angeles City Ordinance 187134, information regarding COVID -19 vaccination requirements as conditions of employment may be found at: https://clkrep.lacity.org/onlinedocs/2021/21-0921_ord_187134_8-24-21.pdf

Probation
Appointment to this exempt position (non Civil-Service) will be subject to a one (1) year probationary period as required by Section 1050 of the City Charter. Successful completion of the one (1) year probationary period will result in tenure with the office.
Classification Current employees classified as Administrative Coordinator I can apply for a lateral transfer. Employees who promote to Administrative Coordinator I must satisfactorily complete a six-month probationary period. This position will require approval from the CAO through the Prioritized Critical Hiring process.

Conflict of Interest
This position is designated as Category 12 on the Conflict of Interest Code.

Contact
Questions? Please email atty.recruit@lacity.org.

How to apply

Application and Deadline
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume in one (1) merged PDF file specifying #3400 - AC I – COMMUNITY OUTREACH COORDINATOR to Atty.Recruit@lacity.org by FRIDAY, MAY 3, 2024.

exempt employment

If employment is said to be exempt, it is meant that the employment is exempted from the civil service provisions of the City Charter. In order to receive a regular civil service appointment, employees must have successfully participated in a civil service examination, received a high enough score on the examination to be placed on and receive an appointment from an eligible list, and they must serve a probationary period. Exempt employees do not compete in a civil service examination, they are not placed on an eligible list and receive an appointment from that list, nor do they serve a probationary period. As a result, exempt employees do not have what is referred to as a “property interest” in their job. Exempt employees serve at the will of the appointing authority and can be terminated at any time without cause. Employees with a property interest in their job, i.e. civil service employees, cannot be deprived of their employment(discharged or suspended) without due process.

General Information About Exempt Employment

Exempt employees serve at the will of the appointing authority, and as such, they may be discharged, suspended or otherwise disciplined without cause. Exempt employees have no property interest in their employment, and any procedural benefit or other prerogative extended to them by their appointing authority is not intended to create and does not create any such property interest. No officer or employee of the City may make to any other officer or employee any representation of a property interest in employment which does not correspond to Charter provisions unless the City Council, by ordinance, permits such representation. No unauthorized representation can serve as the basis of an employee's reliance on, or expectation of, a property interest.

Employees Seeking To Become Civil Service Employees

There is no protective leave for an exempt employee appointed to a civil service position. Upon receiving a civil service appointment and passing probation, the former exempt employee will be subject to the Civil Service provisions described in Article X of the City Charter. Upon appointment, the civil service employee will begin to accrue displacement and layoff seniority on the first day of his/her civil service appointment and may file for promotional examinations for which s/he qualifies. A full or half-time exempt employee appointed to a full or half-time civil service position continues to: contribute to the Retirement System; accrue vacation time; accrue sick time; receive anniversary date salary increases; and, receive health and dental benefits identical to those received in the civil service position.

For candidates seeking initial City employment, in accordance with Los Angeles City Ordinance 187134, information regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirements as conditions of employment may be found at: https://clkrep.lacity.org/onlinedocs/2021/21-0921_ord_187134_8-24-21.pdf.

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