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The history of Los Angeles began in 1781 when 44 settlers from central New Spain (modern Mexico) established a permanent settlement in what is now Downtown Los Angeles, as instructed by Spanish Governor of Las Californias, Felipe de Neve, and authorized by Viceroy Antonio María de Bucareli. After sovereignty changed from Mexico to the United States in 1849, great changes came from the completion of the Santa Fe railroad line from Chicago to Los Angeles in 1885. "Overlanders" flooded in, mostly white Protestants from the Lower Midwest and South.

Los Angeles had a strong economic base in farming, oil, tourism, real estate and movies. It grew rapidly with many suburban areas inside and outside the city limits. Its motion picture industry made the city world-famous, and World War II brought new industry, especially high-tech aircraft construction. Politically the city was moderately conservative, with a weak labor union sector.

Since the 1960s, growth has slowed—and traffic delays have become infamous. Los Angeles was a pioneer in freeway development as the public transit system deteriorated. New arrivals, especially from Mexico and Asia, have transformed the demographic base since the 1960s. Old industries have declined, including farming, oil, military and aircraft, but tourism, entertainment and high-tech remain strong. Over time, droughts and wildfires have increased in frequency and become less seasonal and more year-round, further straining the city's water security.

L.A.’s economy is larger than that of Switzerland. The municipal budget was almost halved for 2021, but in 2020, the City of Los Angeles was the fifth-largest public employer locally, paying out $7.4 billion in salaries to 34,172 full-time employees.

 

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Nov 10, 2026
Full time
WATER UTILITY OPERATOR 5854 (A)
$74,144 - $119,120 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $74,144 to $92,122; $82,288 to $102,249; $86,088 to $106,968; $95,901 to $119,120 NOTES : Candidates from the eligible list are normally appointed to vacancies in the lower pay grade positions.  Annual salary is the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer. For information regarding reciprocity between the City of Los Angeles departments and LADWP, go to  . A Water Utility Operator inspects, operates, and maintains electric water pumping plants, reservoirs, wells and related water facilities; patrols reservoirs to locate hazardous or potentially hazardous conditions; and monitors the operation of the computerized Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System (SCADA). WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE Applications will only be accepted on-line. When you are viewing the on-line job bulletin...
Nov 10, 2026
Full time
Tax Compliance Officer 1179 (C) (REVISED 08-26-2026)
$76,483 - $154,324 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $76,483 to $111,833; $91,830 to $134,279; $105,527 to $154,324 NOTES : Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer. Candidates from the eligible list are normally appointed to vacancies in the lower pay grade positions. A Tax Compliance Officer analyzes, interprets and enforces various tax, permit and fee liabilities, including the City business, parking and transient occupancy taxes and City permit ordinances through independent field and office investigations; may supervise other Tax Compliance Officers and clerical staff by directing and coordinating the activities of a field enforcement or office enforcement section; and may assist at a public counter or the call center providing technical assistance to customers via telephone, on-line and in-person. WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE...
Nov 10, 2026
Full time
STREET SERVICES INVESTIGATOR - 4283
$118,723 - $132,358 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $118,723 to $132,358 NOTES : Higher salaries are paid for night work. Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer. A Street Services Investigator conducts inspections, investigations, enforces laws and regulations pertaining to the use and safe condition of City streets, sidewalks and other public ways; may be required as a public officer to make arrests for violations of related provisions of the Los Angeles Municipal Code; keeps records which may be used as legal evidence; may appear in court as a witness; investigates accidents, third party personal injury, and property damage claims involving the Bureau of Street Services; and is subject to work various shifts and locations. WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE Applications will only be accepted on-line. When you are viewing the...
Nov 10, 2026
Full time
RISK MANAGER 1530
$107,699 - $248,179 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY   $107,699 to $157,476; $133,235 to $194,768; $160,107 to $234,085 The salary in the Department of Water and Power is $137,975 to $171,424; $170,694 to $212,057; and $199,758 to $248,179 NOTES :   Candidates from the eligible list are normally appointed to vacancies in the lower pay grade positions. Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer. For information regarding reciprocity between the City of Los Angeles departments and LADWP, go to  . A Risk Manager administers a comprehensive risk management program for a City department which may include: planning, organizing and directing the work of professional, technical, and/or clerical employees engaged in the administration of a risk management program; identifying and measuring risk exposure; developing methods for controlling...
Nov 10, 2026
Full time
PORT PILOT 5151
$264,758 - $293,886 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $264,758 (flat-rated) and $293,886 (flat-rated) NOTES : Candidates from the eligible list are normally appointed to vacancies in the lower pay grade positions. Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer. A Port Pilot navigates oceangoing vessels entering or leaving Los Angeles Harbor and operates communications and navigational equipment. NOTE : All entry level Paygrade I positions are temporary training positions. Employment in such positions is limited to two years during which time incumbents must qualify for advancement to the Port Pilot II level. WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE Applications will only be accepted on-line. When you are viewing the on-line job bulletin of your choice, simply scroll to the top of the page and select the “Apply” icon.  On-line job...
Nov 10, 2026
Full time
INSTRUMENT MECHANIC (3843)
$135,469 - $144,447 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $141,816 (flat-rated) The salary in the Los Angeles World Airports is $144,447 (flat-rated) The salary in the Department of Water and Power is $135,469 (flat-rated) NOTES : The current salary is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer. For information regarding reciprocity between the City of Los Angeles departments and LADWP, go to  . An Instrument Mechanic performs highly skilled field and shop work in inspecting, troubleshooting, adjusting, calibrating, servicing, maintaining, overhauling, repairing, and testing various automatic controls and indicating and recording instruments and devices; analyzes instrumentation and related system malfunctions to determine necessary repairs; and adjusts programs on instrumentation and controls required to interface with process control computers. WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE Applications will only be...
Nov 10, 2026
Full time
CEMENT FINISHER 3353 (C) (REV 08-28-26)
$103,021 - $112,668 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY  $103,021 (flat-rated) The salary range in the Department of Water and Power is $106,717 to $112,668  NOTES : Candidates from the eligible list are normally appointed to vacancies in the lower pay grade positions. Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer. For information regarding reciprocity between the City of Los Angeles departments and LADWP, go to   . A Cement Finisher does skilled work in mixing, placing, and finishing concrete; and may be required to act as head worker on a small crew providing direction and guidance. WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE Applications will only be accepted on-line on the dates listed in the “Application Deadline” section of this bulletin.  When you are viewing the on-line job bulletin of your choice,...
Nov 10, 2026
Full time
DIRECTOR OF HOUSING 1568
$160,107 - $234,085 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $160,107 to $234,085 NOTE : Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer. A Director of Housing plans, directs and coordinates a large staff of professional, technical, skilled crafts, paraprofessional, and clerical employees engaged in the administration of the City's affordable housing development, home ownership, strategic planning and policy, and housing rehabilitation programs; applies sound supervisory standards and techniques in building and maintaining an effective work group; and fulfills equal employment opportunity responsibilities. WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE Applications will only be accepted on-line. When you are viewing the on-line job bulletin of your choice, simply scroll to the top of the page and select the “Apply” icon.  On-line job bulletins are also available...
Nov 01, 2026
Full time
Water Utility Operator 5854- Los Angeles, Ca
$72,119 - $89,616 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $129,309 (flat-rated) and $141,107 (flat-rated) NOTES : Candidates from the eligible list are normally appointed to vacancies in the lower pay grade positions. Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer. A Wastewater Treatment Electrician performs skilled electrical work in the installation, maintenance, overhaul, repair, and testing of power generating and distribution equipment, rotating equipment and their associated digital and analog controls including micro-processor based controls, devices and systems; utility protective relays and controls; fiber optic cable, terminations and devices; communications and signaling systems; standby and emergency power sources, and other electrical equipment found in wastewater collection and treatment facilities; and may...
Nov 01, 2026
Full time
VETERINARY TECHNICIAN 2369 Los Angeles
$75,627 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer.   A Child Care Associate assists a Child Care Center Director in supervising, organizing, and conducting a child care program in compliance with State and local regulations and is responsible for direct supervision of children at a City operated, State licensed preschool center; obtains data and analyses from participating families as required by state laws and regulations; acts as a facility director in their absence; performs supervisory duties and applies sound supervisory principles and techniques in building and maintaining an effective workforce; and fulfills equal employment opportunity responsibilities. REQUIREMENT(S)/MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S) One year of full-time paid experience (2,080 hours) as a Recreation Assistant with the City of Los Angeles assigned to work in the...
Nov 01, 2026
Full time
POLICE OFFICER 2214 (Revised 07/31/26)
$93,730 - $127,660 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES   ANNUAL SALARY   $93,730 to $127,660 and $97,363 to $127,660   NOTE :   Salary range applies to Police Officer I & II. Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer. Check  for details.   DUTIES   As a sworn member of the Los Angeles Police Department, a Police Officer maintains order, enforces laws and ordinances, and protects life and property; works with neighborhood associations and community members as a planner, community organizer, problem solver and information link; issues citations, makes arrests, prepares reports, and provides information to the public and departmental units; and does related work.     WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE   THE SELECTION PROCESS IS STARTED  by completing two...
Nov 01, 2026
Full time
PORT POLICE OFFICER 3221 (Revised 06/30/26)
$92,185 - $127,660 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES   ANNUAL SALARY $92,185 - $127,660   NOTE : Salary range applies to Port Police Officer I & II. Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer.   DUTIES A Port Police Officer is a sworn peace officer, authorized to carry a firearm who enforces federal and state regulations, City of Los Angeles ordinances, and security, traffic, and safety rules and regulations; engages in law enforcement activities, including uniformed foot, vehicle, boat, motorcycle, bicycle patrol and plainclothes assignments, arrest, and report writing at the Port of Los Angeles; provides information to the public regarding locations and operations of the Department; engages in hazardous materials enforcement; and does related work.   WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE   THE...
Nov 01, 2026
Full time
PORT POLICE SPECIALIST (LATERAL) 3238 (Revised 06/30/26)
$92,185 - $127,660 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES   ANNUAL SALARY $92,185 - $127,660. Salary to be determined prior to appointment. NOTE : Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer. DUTIES A Port Police Specialist is a sworn peace officer, authorized to carry a firearm; enforces federal and state laws and regulations, City of Los Angeles ordinances, and security, traffic, and safety rules and regulations; engages in law enforcement activities, including uniformed foot, vehicle, boat, and bicycle patrol and plainclothes assignments at the Port of Los Angeles; makes arrests and prepares written reports; provides information to the public regarding locations and operations of the Department; engages in hazardous materials enforcement; and does related work.   WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE THE SELECTION PROCESS IS...
Oct 20, 2026
Full time
WASTEWATER CONVEYANCE OPERATOR (WASTEWATER COLLECTION WORKER) 4110 (B) (REV 09-30-26)
$67,275 - $100,808 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $67,275 to $83,603 and $81,139 to $100,808 NOTES : Candidates from the eligible list are normally appointed to vacancies in the lower pay grade positions. Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer. A Wastewater Conveyance Operator performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the maintenance and repair of sanitary sewers and storm drains; operates highly specialized sewer and storm drain cleaning equipment; utilizes laptop computers to complete work assignments; performs research on wastewater collection assets; and may act as a working field supervisor over a small group of employees. NOTE : A Job Preview with additional information regarding the duties and requirements of a Wastewater Conveyance Operator will be available for candidate review during the on-line application...
Oct 18, 2026
Full time
POLICE SPECIALIST (LATERAL) 2217
$120,957 - $127,660 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES   ANNUAL SALARY   $120,957 - $127,660   NOTE :   Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer. Check  for details.   DUTIES   As a sworn member of the Los Angeles Police Department, a Police Specialist maintains order, enforces laws and ordinances, and protects life and property; works with neighborhood associations and community members as a planner, community organizer, problem solver and information link; issues citations, makes arrests, prepares reports, and provides information to the public and departmental units; and does related work.     WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE   THE SELECTION PROCESS IS STARTED  by completing two separate Public Safety on-line applications. The first of these can be...
Oct 06, 2026
Full time
WASTEWATER TREATMENT MECHANIC 5614 (C) (REVISED 07-07-2022)
$110,100 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY  $110,100 (flat-rated)   NOTE :  The current salary is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer.  A Wastewater Treatment Mechanic performs a variety of skilled tasks in maintaining, overhauling and assembling mechanical equipment and auxiliaries associated with combustion equipment, boilers, cryogenic equipment, large diesel engines, pumps, compressors, barscreens, collectors, clarifiers, centrifuges, conveyors, heat exchangers, emissions control equipment, and other equipment found in a wastewater treatment plant or a wastewater collection system; or performs the more difficult and skilled mechanical work with limited supervisory responsibility over a small crew. WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE Applications will only be accepted on-line on the dates listed in the "Application Deadline" section of this bulletin.  When you are...
Oct 06, 2026
Full time
WASTEWATER COLLECTION WORKER 4110 (C) (REVISED 05-26-2023)
$58,610 - $87,842 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $58,610 to $72,808 and $70,699 to $87,842 NOTES :   Candidates from the eligible list are normally appointed to vacancies in the lower pay grade positions. Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer.  A Wastewater Collection Worker performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the maintenance and repair of sanitary sewers and storm drains; operates highly specialized sewer and storm drain cleaning equipment; utilizes laptop computers to complete work assignments; performs research on wastewater collection assets; and may act as a working field supervisor over a small group of employees.   NOTE : A Job Preview with additional information regarding the duties and requirements of a Wastewater Collection Worker will be available for candidate review during the on-line application...
Oct 06, 2026
Full time
VETERINARY TECHNICIAN 2369
$75,627 - $110,580 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $75,627 to $110,580 In some positions, higher salaries are paid for night work and for certain assignments. NOTE : Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer. DUTIES A Veterinary Technician assists a Veterinarian by performing routine and subprofessional duties in the medical or surgical treatment of animals at the City's animal shelters or spay and neuter clinics, performs euthanasia-by-injection and immunizations under the direction of a licensed Veterinarian, administers emergency medical treatment to injured animals, and does related work.  NOTE :  Veterinary Technicians must be available to be assigned to any one of the shelters located throughout the City and may be required to work days or nights any five of a seven day workweek. WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE WHERE...
Oct 06, 2026
Full time
TREE SURGEON 3114 (REV 09-29-26)
$62,305 - $91,078 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $62,305 to $91,078 NOTES : Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer. A Tree Surgeon climbs, prunes, trims, treats, sprays, plants, fertilizes, transplants and removes trees along City streets and highways, in City parks, over or on private property, and on public grounds to eliminate hazardous conditions; prevent interference with traffic, traffic signals; and to preserve and maintain the trees. WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE Applications will only be accepted on-line on the dates listed in the “Application Deadline” section of this bulletin.  When you are viewing the on-line job bulletin of your choice, simply scroll to the top of the page and select the “Apply” icon.  On-line job bulletins are also available at . NOTE : Applicants are urged to apply early to...
Oct 06, 2026
Full time
STREET LIGHTING ELECTRICIAN 3811 (C) (REVISED 06/03/26)
$116,740 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $116,740 (flat rated)   NOTE : Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer.   A Street Lighting Electrician acts as a lead for and works with a crew of workers engaged in the construction and repair of electrolier street lighting systems. WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE Applications will only be accepted on-line. When you are viewing the on-line job bulletin of your choice, simply scroll to the top of the page and select the “Apply” icon. On-line job bulletins are also available   NOTE : Applicants are urged to apply early to ensure you have time to resolve any technical issues you may encounter. Applications will only be accepted on-line on the dates listed below:  FRIDAY, JUNE 5, 2026 TO THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2026 Civil Service Rule 4.2 In accordance...