|
Summary of Benefits of County Employment As an employee of the County of Los Angeles, you may be eligible for many benefits.
There are many things to consider in a new employer. Here are a few of the many benefits the County of Los Angeles offers its employees:
- Two to four weeks vacation depending on length of service
- 11 paid holidays every year
- Ten to twelve days per year sick leave
- Bereavement Leave
- Jury Duty Leave
- Military Leave
|
| SALARY: |
For most positions, the County has a five-step salary range. Other annual salary adjustments are determined by collective bargaining between employee organizations and the County. |
| TIME OFF WITH PAY: |
| HEALTH & DENTAL: |
The County provides health and dental insurance at a low cost. A specific dollar amount for each employee, depending on the position, may be used toward the purchase of health and dental plans, life insurance, and other applicable benefits. |
| RETIREMENT PLANS: |
The County offers two retirement plans to choose from - Contributory and Non-Contributory. |
| DEFERRED COMPENSATION: |
Horizon 457 deferred compensation plan with 4% County matching contribution is offered as a supplement to retirement benefits. Employees participating in this plan voluntarily defer a portion of their salary to help them prepare for financial independence when they retire, and at the same time, lower their income taxes.
401K deferred compensation plan with 4% County matching contribution is offered as a supplement to retirement benefits for all non-represented employees. |
| EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: |
Confidential consultation, assessment, and referrals are available at no cost. |
| DEPENDENT CARE AND MEDICAL EXPENSE SPENDING ACCOUNTS: |
This optional plan allows employees to put pre-tax monies into an account from which they can be reimbursed for dependent child/elder care and medical expenses. |
| LIFE INSURANCE: |
The County of Los Angeles offers basic life insurance at no cost to most employees. Supplemental insurance may be purchased at low cost through payroll deductions. |
| OPPORTUNITIES: |
As a large employer with such a diverse workforce, the County of Los Angeles can offer its employees many opportunities for advancement. Employees are encouraged to develop their skills and seek to improve their level within the organization. |
| BENEFITS OF EMPLOYMENT WITH |
| THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS |
- The forty-hour, four day (4/40) work week is standard for most assignments in the headquarters building. Other field facilities are on 4/40, 9/80 or standard 40 hour work week schedules.
- On-site employee credit union with savings and low interest loan privileges plus secure ATM.
- On-site, week night Bachelor and Master degrees in Public Administration/Management from California State University, Northridge professors.
- Educational tuition reimbursement for related education.
- On-site health fitness center at headquarters building.
- On-site cafeteria at headquarters building.
- Free parking and van/carpool options.
- Nearby Department sponsored childcare center.
|
|
