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Salary: $24.60 - $29.90 Hourly
Location : Chula Vista, CA
Job Type: Hourly, Part-Time
Job Number: 26202308
Department: City Council
Division: Mayor
Opening Date: 08/03/2026
Closing Date: 8/18/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Description and Essential Functions
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.
Minimum Qualifications
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 / Physical Demands and Working Conditions
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.
Additional Information
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.
RETIREMENT
Part-time/temporary employees participate in the Public Agency Retirement System (PARS). This is in lieu of PERS or Social Security (although employees do contribute to Medicare). The City and the Employee each contribute 3.75% of the employee's salary to the PARS.
SICK LEAVE
Part-time/temporary employees shall accrue sick leave pursuant to the Health Workplace, Health Family Act of 2014 (AB 1522).
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The supplemental questionnaire is used to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this position. Please answer each question accurately and thoroughly. To be considered for this position, the experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of your Employment Application. Failure to complete the "Work History/Experience" section of the employment application will result in your application not being considered. Please do not refer your response to your resume. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications.

• I have read and acknowledge the instructions stated above.

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This is a part-time/hourly position with no benefits. Are you willing to accept a part-time, non-benefited position?

• Yes
• No

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EDUCATIONWhich of the following best describes your highest level of education completed?

• Master's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Associate's degree
• High School / GED

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Which of the following best describes your major field of study?

• Public Administration
• Business Administration
• Political Science
• Communications
• Public Affairs/Relations
• Other

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If you responded "other" in the question above, please list major field of study.
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WORK EXPERIENCE: Which of the following best describes your experience performing administrative support work for elected officials or other high-ranking executives in the public or private sector

• Five years or more
• More than four, but less than five years of experience
• More than three, but less than four years of experience
• More than two, but less than three years of experience
• More than one, but less than two years of experience
• Less than one year of experience
• No experience

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Describe your experience performing administrative support work for elected officials or other high-ranking executives in the public or private sector. Please list ALL employment from the Work Experience section of your application where you had the experience above. Your response must include and FOLLOW the format below. Treat each change in position or employer separately. Provide the following for EACH change in position or employer. A. Name of employer;B. Your job title;C. Date(s) of employment (from - to);D. Type of employment (indicate if full-time, part-time, volunteer, internship);E. Brief description of duties; andF. Level of elected official or executive supportedIf you do not have experience, please indicate "no experience" below. NOTE: Responses that are incomplete, do not address all of the items above, "See Resume" response, or responses in a general narrative format will result in your application being rejected for lack of information.
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Do you have experience performing administrative support work for elected officials?

• Yes
• No

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If YES above, please describe the type of work performed and who you provided the work for.
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APPLICANT'S ACKNOWLEDGMENT - NOTIFICATION VIA ELECTRONIC MAIL (E-MAIL)
The City of Chula Vista's Human Resources Department uses electronic mail (e-mail) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of your application. We do so as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs. Therefore, as an applicant, you are hereby advised of the following:
1. Ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. Do not share email addresses. Spam or other filters should be adjusted to accept our emails. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails, i.e., for the non-delivery of email or if you fail to check your email-box on a timely basis, etc.
2. Read any notices we send carefully and in a timely manner. Follow further instructions, if any. We recommend that you print and keep a hard copy of our notices for your records.

• I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to the above.

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