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Are you ready to play a key role in supporting the programs, events, and services that help strengthen and connect the Corona community every day? The City of Corona's Community Services Department is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant who enjoys supporting meaningful, people-focused work. In this role, you will provide essential administrative support that helps keep community programs, events, and public services running smoothly. You will manage documents, assist with scheduling, coordinate communications, and provide professional customer service to staff and residents. This position requires someone who can maintain confidentiality, work independently, and thrive in a fast-paced municipal environment. Every task you complete contributes to the department's ability to deliver high-quality services that enrich the lives of Corona's residents. This role is perfect for someone who wants to make a direct impact on their community through strong organizational and administrative skills. You will help ensure that teams have the information, resources, and coordination they need to run recreation programs, youth services, senior activities, and citywide events. Your efforts will support collaboration across divisions and help streamline operations so staff can focus on serving the public. By managing important tasks with accuracy and professionalism, you will play a key part in maintaining the department's welcoming, service-driven environment. If you are ready to support a mission that brings the community together, we encourage you to apply.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education:

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Experience:

Five (5) years of increasingly responsible office administrative or secretarial experience.

Desired Experience:

Previous municipal or local government experience. To view the complete job description for Administrative Assistant (Confidential) job description, click here . This position is FLSA Non-Exempt, eligible for overtime compensation. Application Process Applications will be accepted until Sunday , September 13, 2026, at 11:59PM . Applicants are encouraged to apply early as the recruitment may close at any time without notice. The selection process will consist of a review and evaluation of all applicants' qualifications. Those that meet the minimum/desired qualifications will be invited to take an online assessment. Applicants who receive a passing score will be invited to participate in an oral interview. The top scoring candidates from the oral interview will be placed on an eligibility list from which the department may hire. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill the current and/or additional vacancies throughout the City. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference / background check including livescan and pass a pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug/alcohol screening).

THE DEPARTMENT

The Community Services Department in the City of Corona is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents through recreational programs, cultural events, and essential community resources. It offers a wide range of services, including parks and facility maintenance, library services, senior programs, youth activities, and special events that bring the community together. The department also provides educational opportunities, volunteer programs, and assistance resources to support residents of all ages. With a focus on engagement, health, and enrichment, it strives to create a vibrant and connected community.

COMMUNITY A

City whose heritage spans more than 125 years, the City of Corona, located in Riverside County, California, encompasses approximately 40 square miles and has a vibrant, culturally diverse population of approximately 170,000 residents. Residents of Corona enjoy a variety of cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities that provide a first-rate quality of life for its residents and visitors. Within an hour's travel time, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy winter activities such as snowboarding and skiing and summer activities including surfing, boating, or simply relaxing on world class beaches. Corona's economy is strong and getting stronger; more than 84,000 people work here. Our retail, commercial, and housing areas are expanding, and office development continues to be strong.

THE ORGANIZATION

The City of Corona is a General Law city operating under a Council-Manager form of government. Policy making and legislative authority is vested in the City Council, consisting of a Mayor and four Council Members. Members of the City Council are elected by District to a four-year term. The Mayor is selected by the Council and serves as the presiding officer for one year. The City is organized into the following departments/organizational units: Community Services, City Manager's Office, Economic Development, Finance, Fire, Human Resources, Information Technology, Legal and Risk Management, Police, Planning & Development, Public Works, and Utilities. Oversight of these departments is divided between the City Manager and an Assistant City Manager. The City's total operating budget for Fiscal Year 2026 is $422.7 million with a General Fund operating budget of $231.3 million. Corona enjoys a workforce of 935 dedicated employees who provide high-quality services to its residents and visitors each day. To view all essential duties and responsibilities, click here . To view the qualifications guidelines, click here . To view the physical/mental demands and work environment, click here .