What are the responsibilities and job description for the ASSISTANT PUBLIC HEALTH REGISTRAR position at County of Los Angeles?
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?
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
Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications:
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: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov
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
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
Employment Information
Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.
This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement
The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit: https://employee.hr.lacounty.gov/eeo-programs/ .
Testing Accommodations For Applicants
The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations, please visit: https://hr.lacounty.gov/accessibility/ .
Fair Chance
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, which may include, but is not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).
Employment Eligibility
Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.
Career PathFinder
Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at http://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov .
Veteran’s Credit
Pursuant to the County Charter and County policy, in all open competitive examinations (i.e., examinations open to everyone), the County of Los Angeles will add a credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examination to the final passing score of an honorably discharged veteran, as well as the spouse of a deceased or disabled veteran, who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under specific conditions.
For more information on veteran’s credit, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205102_PPG_115.pdf
Revised September 2025
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 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 hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov 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.
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.
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: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov
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
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
Employment Information
Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.
This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement
The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit: https://employee.hr.lacounty.gov/eeo-programs/ .
Testing Accommodations For Applicants
The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations, please visit: https://hr.lacounty.gov/accessibility/ .
Fair Chance
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, which may include, but is not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).
Employment Eligibility
Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.
Career PathFinder
Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at http://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov .
Veteran’s Credit
Pursuant to the County Charter and County policy, in all open competitive examinations (i.e., examinations open to everyone), the County of Los Angeles will add a credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examination to the final passing score of an honorably discharged veteran, as well as the spouse of a deceased or disabled veteran, who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under specific conditions.
For more information on veteran’s credit, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205102_PPG_115.pdf
Revised September 2025