What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Administrative Assistant (Public Safety) - Full-Time Temporary position at City of Moreno Valley, CA?
Salary : $23.58 - $33.21 Hourly
Location : Moreno Valley, CA
Job Type : Full-time Temporary
Job Number : 2024-00067
Department : City Manager
Division : CM Administration
Opening Date : 02 / 12 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 26 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Pacific
FLSA : Non-Exempt
Description
If you have a passion in serving the residents of Moreno Valley and taking the next step in your career, submit your application today
for our Full-Time Limited Term Senior Administrative Assistant position.
This is a Non-Benefitted Temporary Assignment Working Monday - Friday.
Hours not to exceed 960 per Fiscal Year
This recruitment may close at any time without any notice and will establish an eligibility list which may be used to fill future vacancies City-wide.
THE POSITION
The City of Moreno Valley is seeking a Senior Administrative Assistant to join our Public Safety Division on a temporary basis. This role involves performing a range of technical and administrative tasks with a high degree of independent accountability to support the department's functions and processes. Key responsibilities include acting as a liaison, managing communications, organizing activities, and assisting with special projects. The Senior Administrative Assistant will also handle tasks such as document preparation, database management, research, budget monitoring, and coordinating training programs. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficient operation of the Public Safety Division and providing excellent service to the community.
Find additional information in the Senior Administrative Assistant job description.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate for the part-time Senior Administrative Assistant position will have strong knowledge of office administrative and management practices, as well as principles of business communication. They should be proficient in using word processing, spreadsheet, and database software to create complex documents and manage data. The candidate must possess excellent organizational skills, the ability to set priorities, and exercise sound independent judgment. Strong communication skills, both orally and in writing, are essential, along with the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and tact. The ideal candidate will have a proactive approach, be detail-oriented, and demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with city management, staff, contractors, vendors, external agencies, and the public. This position is perfect for someone looking to contribute to the Public Safety Division through dedicated administrative support.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is graduation from graduation from high school or G.E.D. equivalent; and four years of increasingly responsible administrative support or secretarial experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
ABOUT THE CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
The City Manager's Office is committed to providing and coordinating excellent staff support and sound policy recommendations to the City Council, leading the organization in an effective, efficient, and principled manner, and providing organizational support and direction to the departments. Functions of the City Manager's Office include coordination of the implementation of City Council policies and programs; providing overall direction to the departments that administer City programs and services; coordinating intergovernmental relations and legislative advocacy; managing public safety contract services; and administration of the City's media relations, and public information (including Print and Digital Marketing, Television Broadcasting and Video Production and Web Graphic Design).
ABOUT THE CITY OF MORENO VALLEY
Strategically located in Southern California's Inland Empire, Moreno Valley is the second-largest city in Riverside County and is within close proximity to major hubs like Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego. This spacious, thriving and diverse City has a population of over two hundred thousand residents, and offers a variety of business opportunities. For additional information regarding the City, please click here .
THE SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants possessing the MOST DESIRABLE qualifications at each level, based on a screening of required application materials, including the completed Supplemental Questionnaire, will be invited to continue in the selection process.
The City of Moreno Valley prioritizes and is committed to continuously providing a workplace where equal employment opportunity is afforded to all people. As part of this commitment, The City of Moreno Valley will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.
If reasonable accommodations are needed to participate in the interview process, please contact Human Resources at or (951) 413-3045.
BENEFITS : For an overview of the City of Moreno Valley's excellent benefit offerings, please click the following link :
SELECTION PROCESS : Following an administrative review of each application, only the most qualified applicants will be invited to an oral interview and / or testing. The successful candidate will be required to pass a medical examination, and to submit original documentation to establish both work authorization and identity (per the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986). Criminal background investigations will be conducted, and, in accordance with our Drug Free Workplace Policy, a Drug Screening Test will be required.
The City of Moreno Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. For further information regarding this position, contact the Human Resources Department at (951) 413-3045.
The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract.
Do you have experience working for a public sector or local / municipal government agency (e.g., city, county, state, public safety agencies)?
Please Indicate the highest level of education you have completed.
- Less than High School Diploma or GED
- High School Diploma or GED
- Some college coursework completed (less than 59 semester units or less than 89 quarter units)
- Associate's Degree (at least 60 semester units or 90 quarter units)
- Bachelor's Degree (at least 120 semester units or 180 quarter units)
- Master's Degree or higher
Please indicate the amount of progressively responsible administrative support or secretarial experience you possess.
How would you rate your proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint?
Describe your work experience with a variety of increasingly responsible clerical duties, such as providing office support to management, coordinating office activities, managing calendars, organizing meetings, making travel arrangements, and handling calls.
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Salary : $24 - $33
