Council Assistant

       

ARE YOU LOOKING TO GAIN VALUABLE EXPERIENCE AND HELP MAKE AN IMPACT IN THE COMMUNITY?

The Office of the Mayor has a current vacancy for a part-time Council Assistant.  The position will provide staff support to the Mayor by performing research, analysis of data, problem and dispute resolution, receiving and responding to community contacts, conducting special studies, and attending events.

The City of Chula Vista is located at the center of one of the richest cultural, economic and environmentally diverse zones in the United States. It is the second-largest City in San Diego County with a population of over 280,000. Chula Vista boasts more than 52 square miles of coastal landscape, canyons, rolling hills, mountains, quality parks, and miles of trails. Chula Vista is a leader in conservation and renewable energy, has outstanding public schools, and has been named one of the top safest cities in the country. 

This recruitment is for a part-time, non-benefited position limited to 919 hours of employment in a fiscal year (July 1 through June 30) with an average of less than 30 service hours per work week. Unclassified hourly employees are paid on an hourly basis and shall not be eligible for benefits nor be subject to Civil Service Rules. Although hourly employees are at-will, they are still subject to all other City policies and procedures.

Functions may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Provide staff support to Mayor; collect and compile data; conduct surveys; prepare reports on assigned activities; contact citizens; work with the public to determine desired services; work with governmental and other departments or agencies to assist City residents; develop and coordinate special events to enhance community awareness of City services; inform City residents of public and private services available; attend events, meetings and answer routine correspondence; attend events to support the Mayor or on behalf of the Mayor; provide community reports; assist with the creation of graphics for social media, posting, editing for all social media platforms; build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service; and performs related duties as assigned.

Any combination of education and/or experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: One (1) year of experience performing administrative support work for elected officials or other high-ranking executives in the public or private sector and training equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college with major course work in public administration, political science, communications, public relations or a related field.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of: Local government structure and procedure; analytical methods and their application; English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; computer equipment and software applications related to assignment. Ability to: Write clear and concise reports, press releases, and speeches; organize, participate in and implement special events; operate computer equipment and Microsoft software applications related to assignment; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner; attend Community events in the evening and weekends.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions
On a continuous basis, sit at desk for long periods of time.  Intermittently, twist and reach office equipment; write or use keyboard to communicate through written means; occasionally run errands; lift up to 10 pounds. Some exposure to the external environment is required when performing duties in the course of work.Recruitment No. 26202308
To be considered, applicants must submit a completed City Application by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date listed. Candidates whose application indicates education and experience most directly related to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. All notices will be sent via e-mail provided on the applicant's employment application.