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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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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
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...
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
UNDERGROUND DISTRIBUTION CONSTRUCTION MECHANIC 3812 (REV 10/2/25)
$88,092 - $130,687 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $88,092 to $109,432; $92,832 to $115,341; and $123,776 to $130,687   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 Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic constructs, maintains, and repairs underground ducts, maintenance holes, and vaults. 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 at .   NOTE :   Applicants are urged to apply early to...
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
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...
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...
Oct 06, 2026
Full time
PLUMBER 3443 (B) (REV 08-12-26)
$122,816 - $130,061 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $122,816 (flat-rated) The salary for the Department of Water and Power is $130,061 (flat-rated) NOTES : Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. 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 Plumber does skilled work in the layout, installation, repair, and maintenance of sanitary and industrial plumbing systems, process piping, and fuel dispensing systems, including air, gas, water, industrial waste, gasoline, oil pipelines, and irrigation 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 at ....
Oct 06, 2026
Full time
HOUSING INSPECTOR 4243 (REVISED 03/20/26) (B)
$114,150 - $127,242 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $114,150 to $127,242 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 Housing Inspector inspects residential rental property locations for conformance to the building standards and codes contained in the State Housing Law and Regulations and City of Los Angeles Building Regulations, such as the Los Angeles Municipal Code, relating to the habitability, maintenance, sanitation, ventilation, use, and occupancy of said properties; and investigates code violation complaints and follows through with the code enforcement process by way of prosecution or administrative abatement. 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,...
Oct 06, 2026
Full time
HELICOPTER MECHANIC 3742 O 2024/04/26 C (REVISED 05-01-26)
$126,428 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES Watch the video below for a personal invitation from the Chief of Maintenance to apply for this opportunity!      ANNUAL SALARY $126,428 (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 2.75% bonus is paid for working on Heavy Duty Equipment 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. 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. APPLICATION DEADLINE The examination may close without prior notice at any time after a...
Oct 06, 2026
Full time
CURATOR OF GRIFFITH OBSERVATORY 6230
$116,238 - $169,942 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES $116,238 to $169,942 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 Curator of Griffith Observatory is responsible for planning, developing and evaluating all Griffith Observatory public and educational programs, planetarium shows, publications, and exhibits; applies sound management and supervisory principles and techniques in building and maintaining an effective work group; fulfills equal employment opportunity responsibilities; represents the observatory; and does related work. 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 at . NOTE : Applicants are urged to apply early to...
Oct 06, 2026
Full time
COMMUNICATIONS ELECTRICIAN O 3686 (REVISED 01-23-26)
$116,760 - $135,907 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $116,760 (flat-rated) The salary in the Department of Water and Power is $121,479 to $128,244 and $135,907 (flat-rated). A shift differential is paid for the positions requiring night work. Some positions with the Department of Water and Power may require permanent assignment outside the Southern California area. NOTES : For information regarding reciprocity between City of Los Angeles departments and LADWP, go to:  . 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 Communications Electrician does skilled direct hands-on work in the maintenance, repair, installation, configuration and programming of communications systems and equipment such as microwave radio, conventional and...
Oct 06, 2026
Full time
CEMENT FINISHER WORKER 3351 (A) (REV 04-22-26)
$64,999 - $85,253 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $64,999 to $85,253 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 Cement Finisher Worker does semiskilled work in mixing, placing, and finishing concrete surfaces; and may act as head worker of 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 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 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, APRIL 24, 2026 to THURSDAY, MAY 7, 2026...
Oct 06, 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,...
Oct 06, 2026
Full time
BENEFITS SPECIALIST 1203 (REVISED 01/12/24)
$63,704 - $95,212 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $63,704 to $93,145 The salary in the Department of Water and Power is $76,629 to $95,212. 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 Benefits Specialist counsels and provides information on employee benefits and retirement programs; researches and resolves issues regarding program services and benefits; performs benefit calculations; may assign, review and evaluate the work of subordinates engaged in support activities for this work; applies sound supervisory principles and techniques in building and maintaining an effective work force; fulfills equal employment opportunity...
Oct 06, 2026
Full time
BUILDING MECHANICAL INSPECTOR (9) - 4251 (REVISED 09-03-26)
$118,723 - $132,358 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY: $118,723 to $132,358 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 Building Mechanical Inspector inspects residential construction of two dwelling units or less, accessory buildings, signs and swimming pools to secure conformance to zoning ordinances, building, plumbing, mechanical and electrical codes and approved plans, specifications and standards; investigates all complaints and alleged code violations on all buildings; conducts surveys to identify blight, deterioration, and substandard conditions; issues appropriate orders to comply and citations; and assists in training other inspection employees as required. 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...
Oct 06, 2026
Full time
ASSISTANT INSPECTOR 4208
$67,191 - $103,084 yearly
City of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $67,191 to $70,950; $75,522 to $79,719; $86,860 to $91,725; $97,634 to $103,084 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. An Assistant Inspector with the Department of Building and Safety, Housing and Community Investment, Airports or Public Works assists inspectors and receives training in the inspection of buildings and structures, plumbing, heating and refrigeration, electrical installations, grading projects; or as an elevator or pressure vessel safety engineer. Assistant Inspectors may be subject to frequent review, written examinations, and supervision, and may perform regular inspector’s duties as indicated by training progress; may perform owner and property records research, data input,...