ASSISTANT PUBLIC HEALTH REGISTRAR

Job Description:

ASSISTANT PUBLIC HEALTH REGISTRAR

Description

Position/Program Information


EXAM NUMBER:

PH1270F

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT :

We welcome applications from anyone!

FIRST DAY OF FILING:

The application filing period will begin on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. (PT) - Continuous.

We will keep accepting applications until the position is filled. The application window may close unexpectedly once we have enough qualified candidates.

Why work for us?

We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the country, including diverse healthcare choices, and strong retirement plans. For more information about the benefits offered by Los Angeles County, please visit us here: https://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/

ABOUT THIS POSITION:

We are pursuing qualified candidates to fill the Assistant Public Health Registrar position within the Department of Public Health. This position assists in the registration of vital records, the processing and controlling of communicable disease reports, and the preparation of statistical data and medical reports, or performs specialized duties related to these functions.

For information about the specific classification standards for this position, please visit the following link: Assistant Public Health Registrar

Essential Job Functions

What will I do as an Assistant Public Health Registrar?

• Reviews birth and death certificates and reports of communicable disease for compliance with laws and regulations and for completeness and accuracy of medical and other data.
• Contacts physicians, hospitals, and funeral directors to resolve discrepancies or to secure additional information needed on birth and death certificates and reports of communicable disease; corrects certificates and reports where indicated.
• Issues or refuses interment, disinterment, and removal permits in conformity with legal requirements.
• Assists in registering cases of communicable disease and in maintaining case control as required by laws and regulations.
• Codes geographical locations and other data on birth and death certificates and reports of communicable disease.
• Processes birth and death certificates, guides public on vital records, acquires parental information in accordance with the Parent Opportunity Program.
• Collects and accounts for fees received for searching records, issuing burial permits, and for certified copies of vital records and prepares deposits and transmittal documents for armored car transport service.
• Assists in assembling data for the preparation of reports.

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY:

Two (2) years of work experience requiring the use of the contents of medical records or medical reports .

Completion of one (1) year (Thirty (30) semester units/Forty-five (45) quarter units) in an accredited college* including two (2) courses in human anatomy, physiology, biology, or medical terminology will be accepted for each year of the required experience.

Official transcripts must be submitted to verify the units and the successful completion of courses.

LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to use an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related functions.

PHYSICAL CLASS:
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.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:
* To receive credit for your education, include a legible copy of all relevant official documents, including your transcript from an accredited institution or email it to [email protected] within fifteen (15) days of filing your application. The document should show the number of units and the type of unit system used (e.g., semester, quarter) and be in English. If not in English, then translation is required. International degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to US standards and indicate the number of units and unit system. Documents marked as unofficial will not be accepted. For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf

• Official Transcript is defined as a transcript that bears the college seal and states "official and/or copy" issued by the school’s registrar office. A printout of the transcript from the school's website is NOT considered official and will not be accepted and may result in your application being incomplete and rejected.

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

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications:

• Customer service experience working with the public.
• Experience assisting in analyzing and interpreting data.

Additional Information

EXAMINATION CONTENT:
This assessment type will evaluate the experience you list on a questionnaire and assign a score based on a standardized scoring system worth 100% of your total score. This part of the assessment is worth 100% of your total score and assesses: Requirements and Desirable Qualifications .

Applicants must receive a passing score of 70% or higher on the assessment to be added to the Eligible List .
Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible List does not guarantee an offer of employment.

ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:

Applicants who passed the assessment(s) are placed on a list in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months. Applications will be processed as they are received and added to the list accordingly. We will use this list to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur.

AVAILABLE SHIFT:

Any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION :

HOW TO APPLY:
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.

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. Check the website for updated information at https://lacountylibrary.org .

SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:

Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.

DO NOT SHARE USER ID AND PASSWORD:

All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.

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 in equalities 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.

Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst

Department Contact Phone: (213) 684-8726

Department Contact E-mail: [email protected]

Examination Number: PH5458F

California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922

ADA Coordinator Phone: (844) 914-1006

Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099

Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077

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Salary:

$52,664.88 - $57,133.20 Annually