Salary: $5,546.67 - $7,810.40 Monthly
Location : Torrance, CA
Job Type: Permanent Full-time
Job Number:Department: CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
Opening Date: 10/20/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
DESCRIPTIONThe City of Torrance is recruiting for a Staff Assistant/Emergency Services Assistant to be part of the Office of Emergency Services Team!The DepartmentThe
City Manager's Office provides 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 DivisionThe
Office of Emergency Services leads 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 Assistant supports 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 .
QUALIFICATION GUIDELINESAny 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 CandidateSuccessful 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 PROCESSInterested 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 NOTESVisit
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.
The City of Torrance offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. Benefits may include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefits amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
To view the current benefits for Certain Full-time Salaried and Hourly Employees bargaining unit, visit::
For additional information about the City's benefits, visit
RETIREMENT BENEFITS - The City contracts with the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) to provide retirement benefits. Retirement formula is based on appointment date and membership status with CalPERS.
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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?
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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.
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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
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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.
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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
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Do you have experience in research, analysis and preparing reports?
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If you answered "yes" to the previous question, please describe your experience in detail. If none, type 'N/A'.
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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
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Describe your experience in the areas checked. If none, type "N/A".
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What is your level of experience using Microsoft Word?
- Minimal/Beginner
- Proficient/Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
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What is your level of experience using Microsoft Excel?
- Minimal/Beginner
- Proficient/Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
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What is your level of experience using Microsoft PowerPoint?
- Minimal/Beginner
- Proficient/Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
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