City of Corona
Office Assistant
SALARY
$20.56 - $24.99 Hourly
$42,761.00 - $51,977.00 Annually
LOCATION
Corona, CA
JOB TYPE
Full-Time
JOB NUMBER
2026-50-17
DEPARTMENT
Utilities Department
OPENING DATE
10/13/2026
CLOSING DATE
10/20/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
MAX NUMBER OF APPLICANTS
200
SALARY
$20.56 - $24.99 Hourly
$42,761.00 - $51,977.00 Annually
LOCATION
Corona, CA
JOB TYPE
Full-Time
JOB NUMBER
2026-50-17
DEPARTMENT
Utilities Department
OPENING DATE
10/13/2026
CLOSING DATE
10/20/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
MAX NUMBER OF APPLICANTS
200
DESCRIPTION
Office Assistant – Utilities Department
(Administration Division)
The City’s Utilities Department is looking for a warm, motivated, and service-oriented Office Assistant to join our Administration Division. In this role, you will be a key part of ensuring smooth daily operations that support essential services for our community. If you enjoy helping others, staying organized, and being part of a team that makes a difference, this is a great opportunity for you.
As an Office Assistant, you will provide a wide range of administrative support from assisting customers and staff, preparing documents, and processing requests, to keeping our records and workflows running efficiently.
One of the best perks? This position is eligible for a 4/10 work schedule, meaning you’ll work Monday through Thursday and enjoy every Friday off, supporting excellent work-life balance.
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:
- Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.
Experience:
- Three (3) years of increasingly responsible administrative support experience.
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This position is FLSA Non-Exempt, eligible for overtime compensation.
Application Process
Applications will be accepted until Tuesday**, October 20, 2026 at 5:00pm** or until 200 applications have been received, whichever comes first. 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 who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to a take an online skills assessment. Applicants who receive a passing score will then be invited to participate in an in-person 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 Utilities Department is dedicated to providing high-quality water, reclaimed water, sewer, and electric services to the community. With a strong commitment to public health and environmental sustainability, the department ensures reliable infrastructure and innovative solutions for water efficiency. Residents benefit from customer-focused programs, including rebate initiatives and conservation efforts designed to enhance resource management. Whether it's maintaining water quality or powering homes, the department plays a vital role in supporting the city's growth and well-being.
COMMUNITYA 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 ORGANIZATIONThe 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.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES
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PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
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EmployerCity of Corona
Address
400 S. Vicentia Ave.
Suite #215
Corona, California, 92882
Phone 951-736-2200
Websitehttp://www.CoronaCA.gov
EmployerCity of CoronaPhone 951-736-2200 Websitehttp://www.CoronaCA.govAddress
400 S. Vicentia Ave.
Suite #215
Corona, California, 92882
Office Assistant Supplemental Questionnaire* QUESTION 1 Please indicate your highest level of education completed.
Less than high school diploma or GED equivalent
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree or higher
- QUESTION 2 How many years of administrative support experience do you possess?
None
Less than 1 year
1 but less than 2 years
2 but less than 3 years
3 but less than 4 years
4 but less than 5 years
5 or more years
- QUESTION 3 I acknowledge that ALL information provided in this job application (including supplemental questions, education/certification information, attachments, and work history) is complete and accurate, and cannot be changed once the application is submitted. I further acknowledge that writing any version of "See Resume" is considered an incomplete response and will result in my application not being considered.
I acknowledge that if I am the successful candidate - I will be required to complete and pass a background check which may include any of the following: reference checks and livescan fingerprinting.
Yes
No
- Required Question