Employment FAQs

• What are the LACDA's hours of operation?

  The LACDA's main office is open for business from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. We are closed on holidays. However, LACDA employees are assigned to work various schedules, including Saturday and Sunday, as necessary.
  
  
  

• How can I find out about positions that are currently available?

  To find out about positions that are currently available visit our Job Opportunities page.

• What do I do if I am interested in an open position?

  The required employment application and supplemental questionnaire (if applicable) can be obtained by clicking on the title of the position you are interested in. Next click on apply to complete the application and supplemental questionnaire.
  
  
  

• What does ‘Open Until Filled’ mean?

  Most of our recruitments are open until filled. This means that applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis. Division management will establish and implement screening criteria to comparatively and fairly evaluate the qualifications of all applicants, based on the application materials submitted and the needs of the division. Only those applicants whose qualifications most closely meet the needs of the Division will be invited for an interview appraisal.
  
  
  

• When should I submit my application materials?

  For open until filled recruitments, please submit your complete application materials as soon as you see a vacancy for which you are interested in applying. For recruitments with a stated deadline, your application materials must be completed by the deadline stated. ALL APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE.
  
  
  

• What happens after the position closes?

  The application materials will be reviewed by Human Resources and the hiring division's manager. Those candidates whose training, education, and experience most closely meet the desirable qualifications will be invited for an interview appraisal and written exercise (if applicable).
  
  
  

• Can I re-schedule a test or interview appointment?

  Unfortunately, we are unable to reschedule testing or interview appointments. The recruitment staff makes every effort to notify candidates well in advance of testing or interview dates.
  
  
  

• What happens after I interview for a position?

  If the interviewer(s) recommends you for a second interview, the hiring division will contact you to schedule a second interview. If the interviewer(s) do not recommend you for a second interview, you will be notified by mail.

  Please remember, not all positions require a second interview. You will be told at the close of the first interview if there will be a second round of interviews for that recruitment.
  
  
  

• If I am not selected for an interview for a position I applied for, may I reapply for the position?

  You may only apply for positions that are currently available. If the position happens to re-open at a later date, you may submit a new application at that time.
  
  
  

• Do all positions require a criminal background check?

  Successful applicants must complete a thorough background investigation, including a fingerprint search. Examples of disqualifying factors that will be discovered during this investigation include: all felony convictions, job related misdemeanor convictions, certain serious traffic convictions or patters of traffic violations (i.e. four or more moving violations within the last two years; any failure to appear; any at fault accidents; suspended driver's license; or driving under the influence), poor employment history, substance abuse, and anyone currently on probation.
  
  
  

• Do I need to have a driver's license for the position I am applying for?

  A valid California driver's license, proof of a clean driving record and a reliable insured vehicle will be necessary for positions which require an employee to drive their own vehicles while conducting LACDA business. The job flyer will state if driving for LACDA business would be required.
  
  
  

• Are all positions eligible to participate in the 9-80 work schedule?

  No. Participation in a 9-80 work schedule is available only with the approval of the Division Director.
  
  
  

• What is the difference between a promotional only recruitment and an open recruitment?

  A promotional recruitment is open only to employees who are currently working for the LACDA regardless of status. Regular, contract, and temporary employees from outside agencies who are assigned to the LACDA may apply for promotional recruitments.

  An open recruitment is open to the general public. Employees who currently work for the LACDA may also apply for open recruitments.