Council Assistant

City of Chula Vista•Chula Vista, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

One (1) year of experience performing administrative support work for elected officials or other high-ranking executives in the public or private sector
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 of local government structure and procedure
Knowledge of analytical methods and their application
Knowledge of English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation
Knowledge of computer equipment and software applications related to assignment
Ability to write clear and concise reports, press releases, and speeches
Ability to organize, participate in and implement special events
Ability to operate computer equipment and Microsoft software applications related to assignment
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Ability to work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner
Ability to attend Community events in the evening and weekends

Responsibilities

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
Performs related duties as assigned