About the Department

EXAM NUMBER:
JC5456B-R

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
We welcome applications from everyone.

WHEN TO APPLY:

Applications will be accepted beginning Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. (PT)
until Tuesday, June 30, 2026, before 2:00 P.M. (PT).
All applications must be received before 2:00 p.m. (PT) on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, to be accepted.

Who We Are

With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation! As the largest employer in Southern California, over 116,000 employees in more than 38 Departments provide crucial public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more.

We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. The County has more than 2,300 different job descriptions, offering a lifetime of opportunities and careers! We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages. Join us and discover a rich selection of healthcare options, robust retirement plans, and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate to reach your fullest personal and professional potential.

For detailed information on employee benefits, please click: Here

The Opportunity
In this leadership role you will shape, guide and implement strategies to advance robust service delivery within JCOD’s purview; enhance care coordination and care integration approaches across multiple service delivery systems; and oversee structural processes that support delivery of services by JCOD and its contracted Provider Network.

Position Duties

WHAT WILL I DO AS A CHIEF MEDICAL DIRECTOR SENIOR PHYSICIAN?

Coordinates and facilitates regular communication and collaboration between JCOD and health department teams to align clinical and non-clinical services effectively.
Ensures that both clinical and non-clinical efforts are integrated seamlessly to optimize client outcomes.
Serves as a point of contact for health partners to address coordination challenges and finds solutions that benefit JCOD clients.
Develops comprehensive program policies for JCOD that appropriately address non-clinical service components and clear mechanisms to provide connections to clinical services.
Collaborates with stakeholders to ensure policies adhere to best practices, regulations, and the organization's mission.
Regularly reviews and updates policies to reflect evolving industry standards and client needs.
Cultivates strong relationships with health partners to maximize positive outcomes for JCOD clients.
Collaborates on joint initiatives, shares insights, and leverages each partner's strengths to enhance client wellbeing.
Participates in collaborative meetings, working groups, and joint planning efforts to align strategies.
Fosters communication amongst non-clinical teams within the JCOD framework and clinical teams.
Facilitates clear communication and mutual understanding between these teams to achieve cohesive service delivery.
Addresses any discrepancies or challenges that arise due to the convergence of clinical and non-clinical efforts.
Analyzes program data to identify trends, gaps, and areas for improvement in non-clinical service delivery and works with health partners to communicate improvements in clinical service delivery.
Collaborates with teams to develop strategies based on data insights, aiming to enhance overall program effectiveness.
Monitors progress and adjusts strategies as needed to achieve optimal client outcomes.
Contributes clinical expertise to program development and expansion efforts, ensuring alignment with evidence-based practices.
Collaborates with program managers to integrate clinical insights into program design, evaluation, and client care pathways.
Provides guidance on the implementation of best practices within JCOD services.
Provides mentorship and guidance to staff members, particularly in aspects related to care coordination and integration.
Supports staff in navigating the complexities of working with health partners to combine clinical and non-clinical services effectively.
Fosters a culture of continuous learning and collaboration among team members.
Fulfills any additional responsibilities or tasks assigned by supervisors or program leadership.
Responds to emerging needs, participates in cross-functional initiatives, and contributes to the overall success of the JCOD program.

For more information, please view the classification specification: Senior Physician.

Minimum Qualifications

WE ARE LOOKING FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO HAVE:

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

One year of experience in medical practice, post-graduate training, teaching, or investigative work*.

*Medical practice, post-graduate training, teaching, or investigative work must take place in the medical field.

No withhold will be allowed. Required experience/education must be fully met by the last day of filing, and clearly indicated on the application.

Licenses:
A valid California Class C Driver's License or the ability to apply an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate authorized by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California**.

**Applicants who possess the required California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate authorized by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California must attach legible copies of their certificate to the application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from the date of application submission. If you are unable to attach the required documents, you must email them to gtung@hr.lacounty.gov. Please include the exam number and exam title in the subject line of your email. PDF or JPEG format is preferred and file size must be less than 5 MB.

We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.

The required license/certificate MUST be current and unrestricted; conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted license/certificate will NOT be accepted. Applications without the required documentation will be denied

Physical class:
3 - Moderate. This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds.

Other Qualifications

Once we verify that you meet the requirements to qualify, we will invite you to a multiple choice and/or simulation assessment, weighted 100%, assessing:

Analyzing Information
Empathy
Sharing Knowledge and Guidance
Controlling Emotions
Management Judgment
Management Potential
Achievement
Responsibility
Willingness to Learn
Working Relationships
Learning Quickly
Generating New Ideas
Using Time Efficiently
Working To High Quality Standards
Adapting to Change

Applicants must receive a passing score of 70% or higher on the assessment to be added to the list.

Exam Review:

Multiple-choice and/or simulation assessments are not reviewable by candidates per Civil Service Rule 7.19.

Transfer of Test Components:
If you have taken identical components recently for other exams, your 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.

Test Preparation:
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.

Eligibility information:
The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the list in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months.

Vacancy information:
The list resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies within the Justice, Care, and Opportunities Department.

AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
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.

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 could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.

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.

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.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

All information included in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made per Civil Service Rule 6.04. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of the appointment. Using verbiage from the Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application, and you may be disqualified.

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ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI):
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.

COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES:
For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.

NO SHARING OF USER ID 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.

TESTING ACCOMMODATION:
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.

If there are questions regarding this job posting, please contact us using the following information:

Testing Accommodations Coordinator Email: [email protected]

Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2929

California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922

Department Contact Name: George Tung

Department Contact Number: (213) 441-1968

Department Contact Email: [email protected]

Benefits

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Supplemental Questions

The information you provide on this supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and used to determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the examination process. CHECK YOUR ANSWERS CAREFULLY. Any mistakes you make and/or any incomplete responses you provide in completing these questions will be used to disqualify your application even if you possess the qualifying experience or education. Be specific as possible and include all information requested.

Comments such as "see resume or application" will NOT be considered as a response. All information is subject to verification at any time in the examination and hiring process. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or dismissal.

I understand the above information and instructions.

Many important notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. DO NOT select "off" under Email Preferences within your profile or click "unsubscribe" on our notices if you would like the County of Los Angeles to notify you regarding your application status and other important information pertaining to your candidacy for this position.

Please add the following email addresses to your list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter.

It is your responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component.

I understand the above information and instructions.

Do you possess one (1) year of experience in medical practice, post graduate training, teaching, or investigative work*?

*Medical practice, post-graduate training, teaching, or investigative work must take place in the medical field.

Do you possess a California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate authorized by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California**?

**Applicants who possess the required California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate authorized by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California must attach legible copies of their certificate to the application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from the date of application submission. If you are unable to attach the required documents, you must email them to [email protected]. Please include the exam number and exam title in the subject line of your email. PDF or JPEG format is preferred and file size must be less than 5 MB.

Required Question

Agency Information

Employer: County of Los Angeles
Address: ******************

Los Angeles, California, 90010
Website: http://hr.lacounty.gov

CHIEF MEDICAL DIRECTOR (SENIOR PHYSICIAN)