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Staff Assistant - Emergency Services

9/80 Schedule$5,547 – $7,810/moOnsite · Torrance, CA, USA

City of Torrance

STAFF ASSISTANT - EMERGENCY SERVICES (AT-WILL)

SALARY

$5,546.67 - $7,810.40 Monthly

LOCATION

Torrance, CA

JOB TYPE

Permanent Full-time

JOB NUMBER

26103443

DEPARTMENT

CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE

OPENING DATE

10/20/2026

CLOSING DATE

Continuous

SALARY

$5,546.67 - $7,810.40 Monthly

LOCATION

Torrance, CA

JOB TYPE

Permanent Full-time

JOB NUMBER

26103443

DEPARTMENT

CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE

OPENING DATE

10/20/2026

CLOSING DATE

Continuous

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.

TheCity of Torranceis recruiting for aStaff Assistant/Emergency Services Assistantto be part of theOffice of Emergency ServicesTeam!

The Department

The City Manager’s Officeprovides leadership, oversight and direction to ensure that City departments effectively implement City Council goals, respond to the evolving needs of the community and deliver services, programs and projects that make Torrance a great place to live, work, and play.

The Division

The Office of Emergency Servicesleads the City’s efforts to prepare for, respond to, recover from and mitigate the effects of disasters and other emergencies. OES works collaboratively with all City departments, regional partners, first responders and the public to strengthen emergency preparedness, maintain continuity of essential services and protect the safety and well-being of the community. Because effective emergency management requires coordination across the entire organization, OES is housed within the City Manager’s Office.

The Position

Under the direction of the Emergency Services Manager, the Emergency Services Assistantsupports the daily operations and activities of the City’s emergency preparedness, response and recovery programs. These programs work closely with community organizations and City departments to strengthen emergency readiness.

The position executes a variety of emergency management functions including but not limited to preparing agenda items, maintaining program records and managing City’s emergency plans and preparedness programs. The Emergency Services Assistant also develops and delivers presentations on emergency preparedness to community groups, City staff, and other stakeholders. This position offers a well-defined work structure, comprehensive training, and established systems for monitoring assignments and progress.

For more information about the duties of the position, click here.

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

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 equivalent and four (4) years of highly responsible executive support and/or administrative work in a public agency; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience such as an Associate's degree in Public or Business Administration or a related field and two (2) years of related experience; or a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration or a related field.

Ideal Candidate

Successful candidates will possess the following:

  • A combination of education, training, and experience, such as an associate's degree in public administration, public safety, emergency management, or a related field and two years of related experience; OR a bachelor's degree in public administration, public safety, emergency management, or a related field;
  • Familiarity with emergency management principles, including the four phases of emergency management: mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery;
  • Completion of FEMA Independent Study courses, including IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, and IS-800;
  • Knowledge of the Incident Command System (ICS), National Incident Management System (NIMS), and California's Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS);
  • Demonstrated data management and problem-solving skills;
  • High level of organization with strong oral and written communication skills;
  • Ability to complete multiple priority assignments;
  • Proficiency in technology including AI tools, Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
  • Experience with spreadsheets/databases and creating correspondence and reports; and
  • Strong attention to detail with a demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.

HOW TO APPLY & EXAM PROCESS

Interested candidates must submit an online application and supplemental questionnaire at www.TorranceCA.Gov/Jobs.First review of applications will be those received by Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.

Application submission will be accepted on a continuous basis until the position is filled. If a sufficient number of qualified applications are received by the first review date, there is the possibility that the recruitment may close at that time.

Only those candidates who best meet the City and Department's needs will be invited to participate in the examination process, which is an oral interview (weighted 100%).

SPECIAL NOTES

Visit www.TorranceCA.Gov to find out more information about our community.

Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact Human Resources at 310-618-2915 prior to the examination date(s).

As a condition of employment, 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

STAFF ASSISTANT - EMERGENCY SERVICES (AT-WILL) 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 completed?

High School Diploma or GED

Some College Coursework

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree or above

None of the above

  • QUESTION 4 Please specify the degree(s) you possess and the major course of study for each. Example: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration. Please type "N/A" if not applicable.

  • QUESTION 5 How many years of professional administrative experience do you have?

Less than one year

More than one year, but less than two years

More than two years, but less than four years

More than four years

  • QUESTION 6 Do you have experience in research, analysis and preparing reports?

Yes

No

  • QUESTION 7 If you answered "yes" to the previous question, please describe your experience in detail. If none, type 'N/A'.

  • QUESTION 8 Please indicate which of the following areas you have experience in. Select all that apply.

Budgets

Procurement activities such as contracts for services, invoice processing, etc.

Agenda preparation for a meeting, council or board

Data entry and management

Project tracking and monitoring

None

  • QUESTION 9 Describe your experience in the areas checked. If none, type "N/A".

  • QUESTION 10 What is your level of experience using Microsoft Word?

Minimal/Beginner

Proficient/Intermediate

Expert/Advanced

  • QUESTION 11 What is your level of experience using Microsoft Excel?

Minimal/Beginner

Proficient/Intermediate

Expert/Advanced

  • QUESTION 12 What is your level of experience using Microsoft PowerPoint?

Minimal/Beginner

Proficient/Intermediate

Expert/Advanced

  • Required Question
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