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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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Sep 16, 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...
Sep 16, 2026
Full time
CORRECTIONAL NURSE Los Angeles
$85,482 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
$78,989.00 - $137,828.00 NOTES : Candidates from the eligible list are normally appointed to vacancies in the lower pay grade positions. However, candidates with one year of emergency care nursing experience may be considered for appointment to a higher pay grade. 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 Correctional Nurse performs professional nursing services to arrestees/prisoners in City jails. Duties performed include the following: utilizing protocols in the provision of care; assisting the medical staff with patient evaluations and treatment; performing phlebotomy for forensic purposes; independently obtaining patient histories and performing patient assessments; performing focused physical examinations; performing diagnostic testing such as EKGs and urinalysis; providing emergency care and performing...
Sep 16, 2026
Full time
Helicopter Mechanic 3742 LA
$126,428 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
ANNUAL SALARY $118,013 (flat-rated) A 5.5% bonus is paid for possessing an FAA Inspection Authorization. Some positions require night work, for which a higher salary is paid.   A Helicopter Mechanic inspects, repairs, overhauls, services, cleans and returns all City-owned helicopters to service.   NOTE :   Helicopter Mechanics must be available to work weekends and holidays. REQUIREMENT(S)/MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S) Three years of full-time paid experience, two years of which must have been within the past three years, as an FAA Certified Airframe and Power Plant Mechanic engaged in performing maintenance and alterations on at least one or more of the following turbine powered helicopters: Bell 407, Bell 206 series, Bell 412, Eurocopter AS 350 Series (EC130), and/or Agusta AW 139. Qualifying experience must include all of the following:   a. Performing FAR Part 91 or Part 135 required inspections, b. Electrical and mechanical, repair, and...
Sep 16, 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...
Sep 16, 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...
Aug 27, 2026
Full time
WATER TREATMENT OPERATOR 5885 B (Revised 05-05-26)
$81,703 - $142,025 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $81,703 to $101,497; $122,252 to $129,059; $124,883 to $131,836; $133,026 to $140,438; $134,529 to $142,025 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 Water Treatment Operator does skilled work in the operation, regulation, maintenance and repair of equipment used in the treatment of potable water.  NOTE :   Entry-level positions are trainee positions. A Water Treatment Operator in a training position must obtain a T3 (or higher) Water Treatment Operator license and be assigned to a permanent position within three years. A Water Treatment Operator in a trainee position...
Aug 27, 2026
Full time
SIGNAL SYSTEMS ELECTRICIAN 3819
$116,760 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY   $116,760 (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 Signal Systems Electrician performs skilled technical work and may act as a lead for and work with a signal construction or signal systems crew installing, repairing, maintaining, and modifying electric and microprocessor based traffic signal control devices and video and computer communications systems. 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.   NOTE :   Applicants are urged to apply early to...
Aug 27, 2026
Full time
SAFETY ENGINEER PRESSURE VESSELS 4261 C
$130,145 - $146,661 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $131,585 to $146,661 The salary in the Department of Water and Power is $130,145 to $145,074.   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. For information regarding reciprocity between the City of Los Angeles departments and LADWP, go to  . DUTIES A Safety Engineer Pressure Vessels inspects steam and other boilers, unfired pressure vessels, and appurtenances for conformance to State laws and City ordinances regulating their design, fabrication, installation and operation WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE WHERE TO APPLY   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...
Aug 27, 2026
Full time
RELIEF NURSE (RN) 2321 - PER DIEM
$64.41 hourly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES The City of Los Angeles is a charter city governed by an elected Mayor and 15-member City Council with a $7 billion annual budget. The Personnel Department is the primary human resources entity within the City. The Department administers various human resources functions for the City’s workforce. The Medical Services Division (MSD) is responsible for pre-employment and occupational health screening for candidates and City employees. MSD also provides medical services to three City detention centers. The successful candidate for Relief Nurse will perform professional nursing services within the Medical Services Division including Occupational Health and Correctional Care in assisting physicians in the medical evaluation and treatment of employees, candidates, arrestees and prisoners in City jails. May act as lead nurse on an individual shift; and does related work. WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE HOW TO APPLY Please submit an application...
Aug 27, 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 STARTED  by completing two separate Public...
Aug 27, 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 SELECTION PROCESS IS STARTED by completing two separate Public...
Aug 27, 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 separate Public Safety on-line applications. The first of these can be submitted by creating a...
Aug 27, 2026
Full time
MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT 1539 C (REVISED 01-23-2026)
$54,956 - $96,590 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $54,956 to $80,346 The salary in the Department of Water and Power is $60,322 to $74,959; $70,950 to $88,134; and $77,757 to $96,590. 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  . Management Assistant is an entry-level professional position that can lead to a career in budget and finance, personnel administration, or special program administration. Typical duties relate to the resolution of departmental and Citywide administrative problems, data collection, report writing, program coordination and development of public policy. WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE Applications...
Aug 27, 2026
Full time
MAINTENANCE AND CONSTRUCTION HELPER 3115 (A)
$51,072 - $102,249 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $51,072 to $72,641 and $53,473 to $78,174 The salary in the Department of Water and Power is $73,622 to $91,475 and $102,249 (flat-rated). N OTES : 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 Maintenance and Construction Helper does a variety of semi-skilled manual tasks in construction, maintenance and repair activities. 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...
Aug 27, 2026
Full time
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE (LVN) 2332 (REV 06-29-26)
$64,790 - $94,711 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $64,790 to $94,711 Appointments from the eligible list are made at the lowest pay grade. Per Diem appointments from the eligible list are hired at an hourly rate ($31.03). The majority of positions available are per diem. A 5.5% bonus may be paid to employees in full-time Licensed Vocational Nurse positions upon completion of three years or more of aggregate service in the Medical Services Division. An 8.25% night shift differential bonus is applied for night work.  NOTES : Initial appointments are anticipated to be made on a per diem basis. 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. ENJOY THE BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR THE CITY OF LOS ANGELES! The City of Los Angeles offers a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off and workplace opportunities to help you get the most...
Aug 27, 2026
Full time
LIBRARIAN 6152 (D) (REVISED 01-27-2026)
$77,673 - $123,672 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $77,673 to $113,587; $84,584 to $123,672; and $89,345 to $96,924 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 Librarian provides patrons of all ages with a variety of professional librarian services, including outreach and virtual/on-line resources and programs, reader guidance and book reviews, reference, selection, cataloging and maintenance of library materials to meet educational, recreational and informational needs of the community, programming to support lifelong learning, educational, and cultural interests of the community, training in technologies and library resources and services, and implementation of library technologies and virtual services. WHERE TO APPLY &...
Aug 27, 2026
Full time
HOUSING INVESTIGATOR 8516
$75,627 - $130,332 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $75,627 to $110,580 and $89,115 to $130,332 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 Housing Investigator conducts preliminary and follow-up investigations of alleged violations of the City’s Rent Stabilization Ordinance (RSO) and/or Housing Code (Los Angeles Municipal Code Chapters XV and XVI); gathers and evaluates evidence through investigative research, which may include inspecting properties, interviewing tenants, complainants, landlords, and other witnesses; obtains physical and documentary evidence; compiles, evaluates and organizes legal documents; undertakes legal research; prepares oral and written reports on investigative findings; prepares legal cases for referrals...
Aug 27, 2026
Full time
HEAVY DUTY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC 3743 C (Revised 07-07-26)
$120,686 - $129,393 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $129,393 (flat-rated) The salary in the Department of Water and Power is $120,686 (flat-rated) and $123,212 (flat-rated). NOTES : Candidates from the eligible list are normally appointed to vacancies in the lower flat-rated positions. 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 A Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic does journey-level work in the maintenance and repair of construction, road maintenance, marine, or firefighting equipment; or builds and installs or modifies equipment for special purposes. 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,...
Aug 27, 2026
Full time
ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE INSPECTOR 4292 BB
$89,241 - $123,588 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY   $89,241 to $123,588 NOTES :   In some positions, 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.   An Environmental Compliance Inspector monitors and investigates environmental compliance which may include illicit discharges and illicit connections, and performs field tests of harmful liquids, gases and solids found in the public right-of-way, storm drain system, waterways, and receiving waters; performs health hazard identification of materials and substances found on public property or in the public right-of-way; inspects construction site operations and industrial and commercial facilities for conformance with solid resources, storm water and pretreatment regulations and contract terms; prepares investigation reports for...
Aug 27, 2026
Full time
ELECTRIC DISTRIBUTION MECHANIC (3879) (REVISED 5/21/26)
$130,604 - $215,335 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY For trainee positions: $130,604 to $167,916; and $136,972 to $176,101 For journey-level positions: $195,666 (flat-rated); $204,874 (flat-rated); and; $215,335 (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. For information regarding reciprocity between the City of Los Angeles departments and LADWP, go to  An entry-level Electric Distribution Mechanic works as a trainee under close supervision of journey-level workers. Trainees receive extensive classroom training as well as on the job training as a cable splicer and as a line mechanic.  Electric Distribution Mechanic trainees assist in the construction, maintenance and repair of overhead electric power sub-transmission...