Foreign nationals can now apply for government jobs in Los Angeles County, California, with some exceptions.
The “inclusive hiring” motion, which was approved last week by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors without discussion, removes U.S. citizenship as a requirement for county positions when not barred by state or federal law.
The state purpose of the motion (pdf) is to broaden the applicant pool and create an “inclusive and representative workforce” that is “reflective to the diverse community” the county government serves. With over 110,000 workers, the county government is one of the region’s largest employers.
“Employees with lived immigration status and diverse language abilities are able to enhance county services by connecting with vulnerable communities and establishing new connections to critical services,” it states….