City of Torrance
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II
SALARY
$4,144.40 - $5,830.93 Monthly
LOCATION
Torrance, CA
JOB TYPE
Permanent Full-time
JOB NUMBER
26121133
DEPARTMENT
POLICE
OPENING DATE
11/10/2026
MAX NUMBER OF APPLICANTS
100
SALARY
$4,144.40 - $5,830.93 Monthly
LOCATION
Torrance, CA
JOB TYPE
Permanent Full-time
JOB NUMBER
26121133
DEPARTMENT
POLICE
OPENING DATE
11/10/2026
MAX NUMBER OF APPLICANTS
100
DESCRIPTION
WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE APPLICANTS TO READ THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
IN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION.
The City of Torrance recognizes the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to the City of Torrance today.
The City of Torrance is recruiting for a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant II with a strong focus on customer service to be part of the Torrance Team!
ACCEPTING THE FIRST100APPLICATIONS RECEIVED BEGINNING MONDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2026, AT 8 A.M.
The Position
Administrative Assistants play a key role in supporting a department's mission to provide a superior level of public service and interdepartmental support in the most practical and competent manner possible. As a key ambassador to the department’s mission, this position is critical in its contributions to productivity. This position performs advanced administrative and clerical duties requiring independent judgement and discretion and may provide training and/or direction to less experienced office support staff.
The Administrative Assistant II position is utilized throughout multiple departments in the City. The current vacancy is in the Police Department!
For more information about the duties of an Administrative Assistant II, please click here.
*Note: The Eligible List (list for hire) resulting from this recruitment will be valid for six months and will be used to fill future vacant Administrative Assistant II positions in any Department.
The City offers ample opportunities for career growth throughout the organization with its 14 departments, which work together to provide quality service, enriching programs, and exciting events to keep the community safe and thriving. The City also proudly offers exceptional employee benefits and perks ! Please click**here** for more information on Employee Benefits, Discounts, & Incentives !
QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES
Education and Experience
Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:
Graduation from high school or G.E.D. equivalent and three (3) years of experience performing general clerical and customer service work requiring the use of a personal computer and other standard office equipment; specialized training in office skills and effective use of standard office software is highly desirable.
License and/or Certificates
Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License and safe driving record may be required for assignment to some positions in the classification.
Successful candidates will possess the following:
- Strong attention to detail;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- Proven track record of handling confidential matters with a high level of discretion;
- Applies specialized knowledge and technical skills to accomplish work objectives;
- Exceptional customer service skills, with a proven ability to address and resolve customer inquiries, complaints, and feedback efficiently and empathetically;
- Demonstrated ability to work well in high pressure situations and effectively handle multiple projects and constantly shifting priorities
HOW TO APPLY & EXAM PROCESS
Interested candidates must submit an online application and supplemental questionnaire at www.TorranceCA.Gov/Jobs. We will accept the first 100 applications received beginning MONDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2026.
Only those candidates who best meet the City and Department's needs will be invited to participate in the examination process which will consist of the following components:
Written Exam: Weighted 40%( Monday, December 7, 2026)Panel Interview: Weighted 60% (__Wednesday, January 6, 2027)
SPECIAL NOTES
Visit www.TorranceCA.Gov to find out more information about our community.
The Administrative Assistant II position assigned to the Police Department is subject to all applicable background requirements. In accordance with the California Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (CLETS) Polices, Practices, and Procedures, Section 1.9.2, candidates who receive a conditional job offer for this position****will be subject to a state and federal fingerprint-based criminal offender record information search. This will include both a Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) fingerprint-based criminal offender record information search.
Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact Human Resources prior to the examination date(s). If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (310) 618-2915 before the test date.
As a condition of employment for Administrative Assistant II positions assigned to other City Departments as determined by operational needs, candidates must pass a background check. The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.
City of Torrance Inclusion Statement
The City of Torrance is a welcoming and culturally-rich community. As a pillar of public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a talented workforce where people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, religions, and lifestyles are valued. Our mission is to create an inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and contribute towards making a positive impact.
The City is an equal opportunity employer and works towards building collaborative teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. Come join us to help cultivate a workplace that welcomes and celebrates the diversity of our employees!
EmployerCity of Torrance
Address
3231 Torrance Blvd.
Torrance, California, 90503
Phone 310-618-2915
Websitehttp://www.TorranceCA.Gov/Jobs
EmployerCity of TorrancePhone 310-618-2915 Websitehttp://www.TorranceCA.Gov/JobsAddress
3231 Torrance Blvd.
Torrance, California, 90503
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II Supplemental Questionnaire* QUESTION 1 The following supplemental questions will be used to evaluate your qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Resumes are encouraged but will NOT be used in lieu of the application or supplemental questions. Please read each question carefully and provide a thorough and complete response. Do NOT state "see resume" or "see application" to respond to any of the following questions. Failure to respond to all questions will be considered an incomplete application and may not be considered for further processing. Do you understand the foregoing?
Yes
No
- QUESTION 2 I UNDERSTAND that I am required to describe IN DETAIL my qualifying experience in the Work Experience Section of my application.
In addition to including my qualifying experience, I UNDERSTAND that I should list ALL JOBS, regardless of duration, including part-time jobs, military service and any volunteer experience during my entire work history.
I UNDERSTAND that when providing my work history, ALL DATES should be UPDATED, starting with my most recent job.
I UNDERSTAND that answers that I provide to the supplemental questions should be reflected in the Work Experience Section of my application.
I UNDERSTAND that if I am currently employed by the City of Torrance, I MUST provide my appropriate job classification/title and provide a description of my duties in the Work Experience Section of my application.
I have read these statements in their entirety and understand them completely and to their fullest.
Yes
No
- QUESTION 3 What is your highest level of education?
High School diploma or equivalent
Some college coursework
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
None
- QUESTION 4 Do you have experience as an administrative assistant to an executive or manager?
Yes
No
- QUESTION 5 How much full-time work experience do you have with customer service?
Less than 1 year
More than 1 year, but less than 3 years
More than 3 years, but less than 5 years
More than 5 years
- QUESTION 6 How much full-time work experience do you have performing data entry?
Less than 1 year
More than 1 year, but less than 3 years
More than 3 years, but less than 5 years
More than 5 years
- QUESTION 7 How much full-time work experience do you have utilizing and maintaining databases?
Less than 1 year
More than 1 year, but less than 3 years
More than 3 years, but less than 5 years
More than 5 years
- QUESTION 8 How much full-time work experience do you have coordinating and maintaining calendars and/or events?
Less than 1 year
More than 1 year, but less than 3 years
More than 3 years, but less than 5 years
More than 5 years
- QUESTION 9 Do you have experience in any of the following areas? Please check all that apply:
Invoice Processing
Budget reconciliation
Requisition and contract processing
Payroll/Timekeeping
None
- QUESTION 10 What is your level of experience using Microsoft Word?
Beginner
Working knowledge
Expert
None
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QUESTION 11 Please describe what types of documents you have produced using MS Word.
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QUESTION 12 What is your level of experience using Microsoft Excel?
Beginner
Working knowledge
Expert
None
- QUESTION 13 Please describe what types of documents you have produced using MS Excel.
QUESTION 14 What is your level of experience using MS PowerPoint?
Beginner
Working knowledge
Expert
None
- Required Question