Job Description

Salary: $20.49 Hourly
Location : Los Angeles, CA
Job Type: Contingent Employee - Temporary
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2401501
Cabinet: OPEN TO ALL CABINETS
Opening Date: 07/07/2025
Closing Date: 12/31/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: Non-Contract


Metro's mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all who live, work, and play within LA County.

Description
Performs duties in assigned department in support of an organizational unit while gaining knowledge of Metro's business operations.

Examples of Duties

• Performs analytical work in support of a department's business
• Participates in departmental projects and performs special assignments related to the department's business
• Gathers and compiles data and prepares simple statistical and narrative reports
• Generates correspondence, reports, and presentations
• Assists in preparation of graphs, programs, and posters
• Coordinates with other Metro departments and programs
• Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out

May be required to perform other related job duties

Minimum Qualifications
Education

• Must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 units at an accredited institution of higher learning

Experience

• None required

Certifications/Licenses/Special Requirements

• Maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0
• A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions

Essential Knowledge
Knowledge of (defined as a learned body of information that is required for and applied in the performance of job tasks)

• Applicable business software applications
• Research and report preparation methods

Skill in (defined as the proficient manual, verbal, or mental utilization of data, people, or things)

• Communicating effectively orally and in writing
• Interacting professionally with various levels of Metro employees and outside representatives
• Analyzing situations, identifying problems, and recommending solutions
• Preparing reports and correspondence
• Operating computers and general office equipment

Ability to (defined as a present competence to perform an observable behavior or produce an observable result)

• Meet tight time constraints and deadlines
• Compile and analyze data
• Understand, interpret, and apply policies and procedures
• Follow oral and written instructions
• Handle highly confidential information

Special Conditions
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Metro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Conditions

• Typical office situation
• Close exposure to computer monitors and video screen

Physical Effort Required

• Sitting at a desk or table
• Operate a telephone or other telecommunications device and communicate through the medium
• Type and use a keyboard and mouse to perform necessary computer-based functions
• Communicating through speech in the English language required

Metro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability. Learn more about Metro does not deny participation in the application process to anyone with prior justice system involvement, in line with hiring practices.
Selection Procedure

Applicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.
Application Procedure

To apply, visit Metro's website at and complete an online Employment Application.
Computers are available to complete online Employment Applications at the following Metro locations:

METRO Headquarters, Employment Office
One Gateway Plaza
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Open: Monday through Friday, 8am-4pm
(Closed Sat & Sun)
Metro Talent Hub
8501 S. Evermont Place
Los Angeles, CA 90044
Open: Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm
(Closed Sat & Sun)
East Los Angeles Customer Center
4501 B Whittier Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90022
Open: Tuesday through Saturday, 10am to 6pm
(Closed Sun & Mon)
Wilshire/Vermont Customer Center
3183 Wilshire Blvd, Ste 174
Los Angeles, CA 90010
Open: Monday through Friday, 10am-6pm
(Closed Sat & Sun)
Rosa Parks Customer Center
Willowbrook/Rosa Parks Station
11720 Wilmington Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90059
Open: Monday through Friday, 6am to 6:30pm
(Closed Sat & Sun)
Telephone: (213) 922-6217 or persons with hearing or speech impairments can use California Relay Service 711 to contact Metro.

All completed online Employment Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. Late applications will not be considered.

*Open to the public and all Metro employees

This job bulletin is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other related job duties.
*Please refer to the applicable benefit type (Regular or Temporary)*

BENEFITS FOR REGULAR EMPLOYEES


Benefits cover probationary or regular full-time (working at least 40 hrs/week) employees of Metro.


We offer a range of high-quality medical, dental and vision plan options as well as health care spending accounts for you and your family. Metro will cover a significant portion of your health care premiums.

Medical/Dental/Vision Plan - Employee has the choice of 3 separate medical plans and 3 dental plans. A separate vision plan is included in each medical plan.

Group Life Insurance - PTSC pays for an amount equal to your annual salary, rounded up to the nearest $1,000. Minimum amount of life insurance is $30,000.

Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance - PTSC provides $50,000 coverage for each employee. Additional voluntary coverage in amounts up to $500,000 is available at favorable premium rates.

Long-Term Disability Insurance - 100% employer paid. Provides employees with a minimum income of 60% of earnings after six months of disability. Buy up or buy down options available.

Holidays - 12 days a year: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans' Day, Cesar E Chavez, Juneteenth,Thanksgiving Day, Day After Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.

Time off with Pay (TOWP) - Compensates employees who are on approved absence from work for reasons such as illness, injury, medical and dental appointments, personal business, vacation, or observance of (a) religious holiday.
Years of Service Annual Accrual
Hire date - 5 years 20 days
Beginning of 6th - 10th year 25 days
Beginning of 11th - 15th year 30 days
Beginning of 16th + years 35 days

Pension Plan - PTSC retirement plan is the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). Vesting is five (5) years. Minimum retirement age is 52, based on the 2% at 62 formula.

Other Benefits : Transportation passes for employees and/or eligible dependents; Medicare; Tuition reimbursement; credit union membership; SDI; Deferred Compensation Plan; 401(K) Thrift plan; EAP; Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts; Flexible work schedules; and Jury Duty Pay.

BENEFITS FOR TEMPORARY EMPLOYEES

Temporary (Contingent) employees are eligible for the following benefits only:

• Kaiser medical insurance
• Public Pension Plan
• 457/401K Plan
• Flex Spending
• Paid Sick Time
• Fare Media
• Rideshare Subsidies
• Metro One Fitness membership

For more information on the Benefits Enrollment for Contingent Employees, please visit LA Metro's Pension & Benefits website at
01


The information you provide on these supplemental questions will be evaluated and used to determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the recruitment process. Please note that all information is subject to verification. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or dismissal. I understand the above information and instructions.

• Yes
• No

02


Which educational program are you enrolled in?

• Undergraduate Program
• Graduate Program

03


Please acknowledge the following: This program requires you to be enrolled in a minimum of 12 units (for undergraduate program) or 6 units (for graduate program) at an accredited institution of higher learning.

• Yes, I am enrolled and can provide proof per the program requirements.
• No

04


What is your cumulative grade point average (GPA)?

• 3.0 or above
• 2.5 to 2.99
• 2.49 or below

05


Please select your field of study or the closest related field of study from the list below.

• Accounting
• Arts and Media
• Business
• Administration
• Anthropology
• African American Studies
• Applied Learning
• Artificial Intelligence Studies
• Biology
• Chemical Science
• Cinema Media
• City and Regional Planning
• Cognitive Science
• Communication
• Computer Science
• Criminology
• Data Science
• Design
• Economics
• Environmental Science
• Civil Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Construction Engineering
• Cyber Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Systems Engineering
• Technology
• Transportation Engineering
• Finance
• GIS Studies
• Geography
• Government Studies
• Graphic Design
• History
• Human Resources
• Information System
• Journalism
• Law
• Library Science
• Marketing
• Music
• Philosophy
• Public Administration
• Mathematics
• Physics
• Political Science
• Public Health
• Psychology
• Public Policy
• Sociology
• Software Engineering
• Supply Chain Management
• Transportation Management
• Urban Planning and Development
• Women and Gender Studies

06


What is your anticipated graduation date?
07


Which LA Metro cabinet/department are you interested in working with?

• BOARD OF DIRECTORS
• CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICE
• CHIEF OF STAFF
• CHIEF PEOPLE OFFICE
• CHIEF SAFETY OFFICE
• CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE OFFICE
• OFFICE OF STRATEGIC INNOVATION
• OPERATIONS
• PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
• PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
• STRATEGIC FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
• OPEN TO ANY DEPARTMENT

Required Question

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