Description
Make a Difference in Your Community!
Join Team MoVal's Parks and Community Services Division as a Management Assistant.
This recruitment will fill one (1) vacancy for the Parks & Community Services department.
This recruitment will close at 5:00 (PST) on Monday, June 15, 2026
This position will be on a 4/10 schedule with every Friday off.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The City of Moreno Valley is seeking a Management Assistant who provides professional administrative, financial, and analytical support to the Parks and Community Services Department, helping ensure the smooth operation of city programs, services, and initiatives. Under general supervision, this role performs a variety of analyses, prepares reports, manages budgets and grants, supports program implementation, and maintains accurate documentation for both internal and public use. By collecting and interpreting data, making fact-based recommendations, and assisting with departmental projects, the Management Assistant contributes directly to the delivery of high-quality parks, recreation, and community services. This position offers opportunities to grow in responsibility and independence while supporting the Department’s mission of enhancing the community’s quality of life.
Job Description
Click here to access the complete classification description, including the experience, education, and physical and mental requirements for this job.
OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE
Our ideal candidate for the Management Assistant for Parks and Community Services is detail-oriented, highly organized, and passionate about public service. They thrive in a collaborative environment, supporting programs and projects that impact parks, recreation, and community engagement. A strong candidate demonstrates analytical thinking, financial acumen, and effective written and verbal communication skills. They are resourceful, proactive, and able to handle multiple priorities while ensuring accuracy and compliance with policies and procedures. Experience in municipal administration, finance, or program management, especially within parks, recreation, or community services, is highly valued. Above all, they bring enthusiasm, professionalism, and a commitment to enhancing the City’s recreational and community programs, making them a trusted and valued member of the team.
Minimum And Desirable Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree in finance, public or business administration or a closely related field; OR, equivalent related work experience;AND
- At least one (1) year of professional experience performing administrative, operations, budgetary and similar analyses.
Who We Are
The City of Moreno Valley prides itself on delivering quality service to our residents and businesses efficiently and effectively through Collaboration, Innovation, Customer Service, and Human-Centric Design. Strategically located in Southern California’s Inland Empire, Moreno Valley is the second-largest city in Riverside County and is close to major hubs such as Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego. This spacious, thriving, and diverse City has a population of over 200,000 residents and offers a variety of business opportunities. For additional information regarding the City, please click here.
About The Parks And Community Services Department
The mission of the Parks and Community Services Department is to enhance the quality of life in Moreno Valley by providing safe and welcoming parks, trails and open spaces, and by offering enriching recreational opportunities through quality facilities, programs, services and activities for our residents. We take great pride in promoting the safety and well-being of City of Moreno Valley youth and families, through positive recreational, social and educational opportunities. For more information about the Parks & Community Services Department, please click
here.
THE SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants possessing the
MOST DESIRABLE qualifications at each level, based on a screening of required application materials, including the completed Supplemental Questionnaire, will be invited to continue in the selection process. The City of Moreno Valley prioritizes and is committed to continuously providing a workplace where equal employment opportunity is afforded to all people.
Recruitment Process: Human Resources
(HR) reviews all application materials to determine whether candidates meet the established minimum and preferred qualifications after the position closes. Those who qualify will be advanced to the next stage of the recruitment process. All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status.
Application Screening
Applications and supplemental materials will be reviewed to identify candidates whose qualifications best align with the position's essential requirements. Only those applicants who meet the criteria outlined in the job bulletin will advance to the next phase of the selection process.
Video Appraisal Interview
Applicants may complete a self-guided video interview by recording responses to a series of structured questions. These questions are designed to assess each candidate's qualifications and suitability for the position. There is no live interviewer or proctor; candidates will record their answers independently and submit the videos for evaluation.
Technical Interview
Selected applicants will be invited to participate in a structured technical interview designed to evaluate job-related knowledge, problem-solving abilities, and proficiency in key competencies required for the position. Candidates will respond to a series of standardized questions, and their performance will be assessed using predetermined evaluation criteria to ensure a fair and consistent appraisal process.
Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure.
Eligible List: Once the appraisal is complete, HR will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.
DISCLAIMERS
The City of Moreno Valley is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The City of Moreno Valley prioritizes and is committed to continuously providing a workplace where equal employment opportunity is afforded to all people. As part of this commitment, the City of Moreno Valley will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.
If reasonable accommodations are needed to participate in the interview process, please contact Human Resources at hr@moval.org or (951) 413-3045.
BENEFITS: For an overview of the City of Moreno Valley's excellent benefit offerings, please click the following link: City of Moreno Valley Benefits Overview
SELECTION PROCESS: Following an administrative review of each application, only the most qualified applicants will be invited to an oral interview and/or testing. The successful candidate will be required to pass a medical examination, and to submit original documentation to establish both work authorization and identity (per the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986). Criminal background investigations will be conducted, and, in accordance with our Drug Free Workplace Policy, a Drug Screening Test will be required.
The City of Moreno Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. For further information regarding this position, contact the Human Resources Department at (951) 413-3045.
The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract.
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This supplemental questionnaire is used to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this position. Responses should be complete and specific, describing work you have actually performed, the level and purpose of the work performed and how often. 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. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications. A response of "see resume" or "see application" for any of the supplemental questions will result in the questions not being scored. Please check Yes/No if you understand the above requirement.
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Please Indicate the highest level of education you have completed.
- Less than High School Diploma or GED
- High School Diploma or GED
- Some college coursework completed (less than 59 semester units or less than 89 quarter units)
- Associate's Degree (at least 60 semester units or 90 quarter units)
- Bachelor's Degree (at least 120 semester units or 180 quarter units)
- Master's Degree or higher
03
Do you possess experience working in a municipal and /or governmental environment?
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If you answered "Yes" to the question above, please provide the name of the government agency where you gained your experience. ("See Resume" is not a valid response, if you do not have this experience, put N/A)
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Please indicate the amount of progressively responsible experience you have performing administrative, operational, budgetary, or program analysis.
- None
- Less than one (1) year
- One (1) - two (2) years
- Three (3) - four (4) years
- Five (5) - six (6) years
- Seven (7) years or more
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Do you have experience using spreadsheet, database, or reporting software (e.g., Excel, Access, Power BI, or similar tools) to track, analyze, or report program, financial, or operational data?
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Which of the following best describes your experience preparing reports, presentations, or recommendations for management, executive leadership, or elected officials?
- No experience
- Limited experience
- Moderate experience
- Extensive experience
- Extensive experience including presenting findings directly to decision-makers
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Briefly describe a time when you analyzed data, prepared a report, or conducted research to support a recommendation or decision. What was your role, and what was the outcome?
