STAFF DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST

STAFF DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST Print ( ufeff STAFF DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST Salary $76,238.16 - $102,729.84 Annually Location Los Angeles County, CA Job Type Full time Job Number A1861A Department DISTRICT ATTORNEY Opening Date 02/06/2026 Closing Date 2/11/2026 5:00 PM Pacific + Description + Benefits + Questions Position/Program Information LOS ANGELES COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE We Welcome Applications from Everyone APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED February 11, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. (PT) - February 11, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. (PT) Applications received after 5:00 p.m. (PT) will not be considered. EXAM NUMBER: A1861A 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 112,000 employees in more than 36 Departments provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities, and many more. The County of Los Angeles values diversity and is dedicated to providing equal opportunity to all qualified persons. Joining the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office The Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office (LADA) is the largest prosecutorial office in the nation. Our jurisdiction spans 4,083 miles, stretching from the Antelope Valley to Long Beach, and from Pomona to Malibu. LADA is dedicated to protecting and serving our community and safeguarding the rights of crime victims and the accused alike through an unrelenting pursuit of justice. As a member of our Office, you will be joining a team that proudly represents the people of the State of California. LADA seeks justice for all of our diverse communities by reflecting the highest standards of fairness, impartiality, and integrity. POSITION INFORMATION The Staff Development Specialist is assigned to the Human Resources Division, and assesses training needs, develops and coordinates staff development programs, and delivers training in areas such as personnel practices, performance management, automated systems and applications, and other department-specific functions under the guidance of an Administrative Services Manager I. Success in this role requires knowledge of training principles and methods, effective communication skills for presenting to groups, and the ability to develop instructional materials, reports, and related documentation. The position serves as the lead coordinator for countywide training and employee development initiatives, researching and analyzing training needs, recommending program enhancements, supporting employee orientation, and monitoring departmental compliance with training and performance evaluation requirements. The position also assists in preparing human resources reports and written materials and contributes to a wide range of staff development and organizational improvement efforts. Essential Job Functions Conducts research and analysis of training needs and makes recommendations to management concerning the need for new training programs and for revisions in existing training programs to increase their effectiveness. Plans, develops and implements employee orientation and training programs based on identified training needs and on input provided by management and supervisory staff. Schedules and conducts classroom training sessions; prepares training manuals and other training aids for trainers from within or outside the Department. Participates in the delivery of training programs; conducts classroom instruction in orientation, induction, and in-service training. Identifies, organizes and sequences subject matter to be taught in training programs to assure maximum effectiveness. Participates in developing evaluation studies and measurement tools to aid in assessing the effectiveness of training programs and in improving their quality. Coordinates employee participation in courses and seminars offered by the County, governmental agencies, educational institutions, and vendors of equipment, materials and systems used by the department. Participates in identifying, evaluating and recommending vendors for staff development programs, coordinating program delivery with vendors, and monitoring program delivery to assure performance is in compliance with contract provisions. Assists in preparing budgets for the various training programs and the preparation of required reports; composes procedural manuals, training reports and related correspondence. Requirements REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY: Option I: A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in training, education, organizational development, communications, human resources or a closely related fieldAND one (1) year of staff experience in planning, developing, and conducting staff development training programs and related activities. -OR- Option II: A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university ANDtwo (2) years of staff experience in planning, developing, and conducting staff development training programs and related activities. One additional year of the required training experience may be accepted for each year of college up to a maximum of four (4) years. LICENSE: 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. PHYSICAL CLASS: 2 - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. No withholds will be allowed for this examination. No Out of Class will be accepted. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: To receive credit for yourcollege credits, associate's degree, bachelor's degree, or higher you MUSTinclude a legible copy of official transcripts or copy of your diploma that shows your specialization from the accredited institution at the time of filing or within 7 calendar days from application submission () If your degree is from another country or in another language please visit Staff Experience is defined as:Work which includes assisting and supporting administration by doing research, analysis and making recommendations to line managers for the solution of problems such as organization, utilization of personnel, allocation of funds, workload and workload fluctuation, or programs and procedures for accomplishing work objective. UNIT/EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: The interpretation for substitution of a college degree is applicants who have additional years of experience, may substitute up to four (4) years of education. + 30 semester/ 45 quarter hours = 1 year of college + 60 semester/ 90 quarter hours = 2 years of college + 90 semester/ 135 quarter hours = 3 years of college + 120 semester/ 180 quarter hours = 4 years of college PHYSICAL CLASS II - LIGHT:This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS + Additional experience beyond the minimum requirements. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: Once we have determined that you meet our requirements, the examination process will consist of an evaluation of training and experience based on desirable qualifications information submitted at the time of filing weighted 100% . Applicants must meet the Minimum Requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination (evaluation of training experience) to be added on the Eligible List. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the Eligible List for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. We will use this list to fill vacancies as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION How to Apply: Applications must be submitted online only. We must receive your online application by 5:00 p.m. (PT), on the last day of filing. Application submitted via U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. 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Created: 2026-02-09