Management Assistant (Parks and Community Services)

Overview

The City of Moreno Valley is hiring a Management Assistant to support the Parks and Community Services Division. This role is focused on professional administrative, financial, and analytical work that helps keep department programs, services, and initiatives running effectively. The position supports budgeting, grant administration, reporting, documentation, and project coordination while helping advance the department’s mission of improving community quality of life.

This recruitment is for one vacancy in the Parks & Community Services Department. The posting closes at 5:00 PM PST on Monday, June 15, 2026. The job follows a 4/10 work schedule, with every Friday off.

What the role involves

Working under general supervision, the Management Assistant performs a range of analytical and administrative duties that contribute to the delivery of parks, recreation, and community services. The role includes collecting and reviewing data, developing recommendations based on findings, preparing reports, supporting budgets and grants, and assisting with departmental projects and program implementation.

Ideal candidate profile

The City is looking for someone who is organized, detail-focused, and motivated by public service. The strongest candidate will work well with others, communicate clearly in writing and speaking, and balance several priorities while staying accurate and compliant with policies. Experience in municipal administration, finance, or program management—especially in parks, recreation, or community services—is considered especially valuable.

Minimum qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in finance, public administration, business administration, or a closely related discipline; or equivalent related work experience.
• At least 1 year of professional experience in administrative, operational, budgetary, or similar analytical work.

About the City

The City of Moreno Valley serves residents and businesses through a service model centered on collaboration, innovation, customer service, and human-centered design. Located in Southern California’s Inland Empire, Moreno Valley is the second-largest city in Riverside County and has a population of more than 200,000.

About the department

The Parks and Community Services Department works to improve quality of life in Moreno Valley by providing safe parks, trails, and open spaces, along with meaningful recreation programs, services, facilities, and activities. The department also supports the safety and well-being of youth and families through positive recreational, social, and educational opportunities.

Selection process

Applicants with the strongest qualifications at each stage will move forward based on a review of application materials, including the supplemental questionnaire. Human Resources will screen applications after the posting closes and notify candidates of their status by email.

• Application screening to determine whether candidates meet the minimum and preferred qualifications.
• Self-guided video appraisal interview, where candidates record responses to structured questions without a live interviewer.
• Technical interview for selected candidates to assess job-related knowledge, problem-solving, and core competencies.

The City may adjust the selection steps depending on department needs, and candidates will be informed if any changes are made. After the appraisal process, an eligible list will be created and may be used to refer candidates for current and future openings.

Equal opportunity and accommodations

The City of Moreno Valley is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fair employment practices for all people. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who need them to participate in the interview process.

If you need accommodations, contact Human Resources at hr@moval.org or (951) 413-3045.