ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT I/II

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ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT I/II

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Cathedral City, CA

Job Type

FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE

Job Number

26-18

Department

Public Works

Opening Date

05/04/2026

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

NON-REP

Description

Benefits

Questions

Description

Do you want to be part of a great team?

(The salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on the position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization).

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to join ourPublic Works Department. (https://www.cathedralcity.gov/departments/public-works) This confidential position plays a vital support role within a dynamic team dedicated to maintaining and improving our community's infrastructure. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion. You will provide essential administrative support, coordinate department operations, and serve as a trusted resource for staff, management, and the public alike.

WORK SCHEDULE: City Hall hours are Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Applicant must be available to work 40 hours per week. The work schedule is flexible upon approval of the department head.

Schedules range from:

4/10 - Monday - Thursday

4/10 - Tuesday - Friday

5/8 - Monday - Friday

This recruitment will remain open until sufficient qualified applications are received and may close without prior notice. It is in the candidate's best interest to apply immediately!

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Administrative Assistant I($61,853 - $80,964 per year) - Equivalent to gr aduation from high school and two years of responsible secretarial or office administrative experience.

Business or secretarial school training is desirable.

Ability to @type 50 wpm from a printed copy.

Administrative Assistant II($75,183 - $98,413 per year) - Equivalent to graduation from high school and four years of progressively responsible secretarial and office administrative experience.

Business or secretarial school training is desirable.

Ability to @type 50 wpm from a printed copy.

Some positions may require possession of a valid California driver's license.

Typing tests are available 8:00am - 3:30pm M-F at 150 District Center Drive, Palm Springs. Please call (760) 883-2715 option 1; option 1 for an appointment; or contact your nearestworkforce development center. (https://www.careeronestop.org/LocalHelp/AmericanJobCenters/find-american-job-centers.aspx) Online certificates will not be allowed.

TO VIEW CITY JOB DESCRIPTIONS, CLICK HERE. (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cathedralcityca/classspecs/newprint/972082)

BENEFITS

The City offers a competitive salary and generous benefit package including CalPERS retirement benefits, a deferred compensation match and more.

CANDIDATE SELECTION PROCESS

Application Review: A completed City of Cathedral City employment application and typing certificate is required. Resumes may be attached, but are not accepted in lieu of application. Incomplete applications may result in disqualification. Application review will begin immediately and will be screened on basis of relevant education, training and experience.

Examination Phase : Based upon the information presented on the application, a limited number of candidates who possess qualifications most pertinent to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. Successful candidates must be successful in each of the test components.

The examination process will include:

Typing test Pass/Fail (certificate must be included with application)

Written test Pass/Fail (Tentatively scheduled for: May 19, 2026)

Oral interview Minimum of 70% (Tentatively scheduled for May 21, 2026)

The exam dates listed above are tentative and may be subject to change at any time.

Establishment of Eligibility List: Candidates who successfully complete the examination process will be placed on the eligibility list pending further review by the department head and other qualifying procedures. This eligibility list may be used for future vacancies in other departments.

Notifications will be sent by email only (regardless of the notification preference selected during the online application process) to the email address listed on your on-line application.

All employment offers made by the City are contingent upon establishing proof of a prospective candidate's legal authorization to work in the United States and successfully passing all components of the pre-employment process which may include, but is not limited to: comprehensive background check, criminal history check (livescan fingerprint check), and post-offer medical evaluation with a drug screen.

What's Next? Apply today and share this posting with anyone else who may be interested!

The City does not participate in the Social Security system except for a mandatory Medicare

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

The City provides an outstanding benefits plan that includes:

Bilingual pay

CalPERS Health Insurance plus other Benefits

CalPERS Retirement

Certification and Education Incentives

Deferred Compensation

Educational Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Holidays

Life Insurance | Long Term Disability

Sick Leave

Vacation Accrual

Wellness

Benefit description per bargaining unit are available for review on the City's website www.joincathedralcity.org

AFSCME- General Unit

CCPFA (http://www.cathedralcity.gov/home/showdocument?id=455) - Cathedral City Professional Firefighters Association

CCFMA (http://www.cathedralcity.gov/home/showdocument?id=4636) - Cathedral City Fire Management Association

CCPOA (http://www.cathedralcity.gov/home/showdocument?id=457) - Cathedral City Police Officer Association

CCPMA (http://www.cathedralcity.gov/home/showdocument?id=5416) - Cathedral City Police Management Association

Non-Represented Employees (http://www.cathedralcity.gov/home/showdocument?id=5199)

Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, partial information, and reference to resume or application may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

YES

Please indicate the highest level of formal education you have completed.

High School

College - Currently Enrolled

Associate Degree

Bachelor Degree

Master Degree or higher

Please indicate how many years of responsible secretarial or office administrative experience you possess. Note: Experience must also be listed on your application.

One (1) to two (2) years

Two (2) to three (3) years

Three (3) to four (4) years

Four (4) years or more

Do you possess previous local government experience? If yes, experience must also be listed on your application.

Yes

Can you @type a minimum of 50 wpm from a printed copy? If yes, a typing certificate must be submitted as part of your application in order to continue in the selection process. On-line typing certificates are not allowed.

Yes

Please indicate if you have experience with any of the following programs/software:

Microsoft Office Suite

Granicus (or other agenda management programs)

Tyler Munis

Laserfiche

No Experience

Required Question

Employer

City of Cathedral City

Address

68700 Avenida Lalo Guerrero

Cathedral City, California, 92234

Website

http://www.joincathedralcity.org

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