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COUNCIL OFFICE SPECIALIST (PRINCIPAL COUNCIL EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO VICE MAYOR MAI)
- Irvine, California
- City of Irvine
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Planning and Development
Coaching Aide (IVC)
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
25 - Hourly
- Temporary
- Education and Training
Library Assistant III
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
5202 - 7362 Monthly
- Full Time
- Accounting and Finance
- Library Services
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II
- Irvine, California
- City of Irvine
- Full Time
- Information Technology and Communication Services
- Public Health
Business and Management Instructor (Part-Time Faculty)
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
- Temporary
- Education and Training
Student Worker (IVC - Writing Center)
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
18 - Hourly
- Temporary
- Clerical and Administrative Support
Research and Planning Analyst, Categorical
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
7931 - 11214 Monthly
- Full Time
- Administrative Analysis and Research
- Planning and Development
Project Specialist (IVC- CalFresh Grant)
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
25 - Hourly
- Temporary
- Fundraising or Grants Administration
- Project Management
Theatre Arts Instructor (Part-Time Faculty)
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
- Temporary
- Education and Training
- Museum and Arts
Program Coordinator, Categorical
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
3591 - 5078.5 Monthly
- Part Time
- Project Management
Older Adults: Noncredit (Health and Wellness) Instructor (Part-Time Faculty) IVC
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
- Temporary
- Education and Training
- Public Health
PS ASSISTANT-PT
- Irvine, California
- City of Irvine
- Part Time
- Accounting and Finance
Project Specialist (IVC - Rising Scholars)
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
23 - Hourly
- Temporary
- Project Management
Tutor (IVC)
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
18 - Hourly
- Temporary
- Education and Training
PS ASSISTANT-EPT
- Irvine, California
- City of Irvine
- Part Time
- Accounting and Finance
Tutor (IVC - Physical Sciences)
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
18 - Hourly
- Temporary
- Education and Training
- Sciences and Laboratory
Student Worker (IVC - Student Life and Equity)
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
18 - Hourly
- Temporary
- Clerical and Administrative Support
Tutor (IVC - Math Center)
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
18 - Hourly
- Temporary
- Education and Training
Tutor - (IVC Life Sciences)
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
18 - Hourly
- Temporary
- Education and Training
- Sciences and Laboratory
Human Development Instructor - Part-Time Faculty
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
- Temporary
- Education and Training
Biological Sciences Instructor (Part-Time Faculty)
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
- Temporary
- Education and Training
- Sciences and Laboratory
Biological Sciences (Health Sciences) Instructor (Part-Time Faculty)
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
- Temporary
- Education and Training
- Public Health
- Sciences and Laboratory
Foreign Languages (Spanish) Instructor, Part-time Faculty (IVC)
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
- Temporary
- Education and Training
Student Worker (IVC - Basic Needs)
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
18 - Hourly
- Temporary
- Clerical and Administrative Support
Tutor (IVC - English)
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
20 - Hourly
- Temporary
- Education and Training
Political Science Instructor (Part-Time Faculty)
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
- Temporary
- Education and Training
- Political or Public Affairs
Water Resources Engineer/Planner
- 15600 Sand Canyon Ave, Irvine, California
- Irvine Ranch Water District, CA
$135,288.00 - $185,160.00 Annually
- Full Time
- Engineering
- Environmental Services
- Natural Resources
- Planning and Development
Economics Instructor (Part-Time Faculty)
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
- Temporary
- Accounting and Finance
- Education and Training
Music Instructor (Part-Time Faculty) IVC
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
- Temporary
- Education and Training
Foreign Languages (Chinese) Instructor, Part-Time Faculty (IVC)
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
- Temporary
- Education and Training
Film and Media Studies Instructor (Part-Time Faculty - IVC)
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
- Temporary
- Education and Training
Ethnic Studies Instructor (Part-Time Faculty)
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
- Temporary
- Education and Training
English Instructor (Part-Time Faculty)
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
- Temporary
- Education and Training
English as a Second Language (ESL): Noncredit Instructor (Part-Time Faculty) IVC
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
- Temporary
- Education and Training
English as a Second Language (ESL) Instructor (Part-Time Faculty)
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
- Temporary
- Education and Training
Geography Instructor( Part-Time Faculty)
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
- Temporary
- Education and Training
Foreign Languages (Japanese) Instructor, Part-Time Faculty (IVC)
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
- Temporary
- Education and Training
Real Estate Instructor (Part -Time Faculty) IVC
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
- Temporary
- Education and Training
- Real Estate
Paralegal Instructor (Part-Time Faculty) IVC
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
- Temporary
- Education and Training
- Legal Services
Kinesiology Instructor (Part-Time Faculty)
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
- Temporary
- Education and Training
- Public Health
Medical Assisting Instructor - Part-time faculty - IVC
- Irvine, California
- SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)
- Temporary
- Education and Training
- Public Health
Electrical & Instrumentation Technician
- 15600 Sand Canyon Ave, Irvine, California
- Irvine Ranch Water District, CA
$101,524.80 - $138,944.00 Annually
- Full Time
- Construction and Skilled Trades
- Engineering
- Utilities
Military Pricing Strategy Lead
- Irvine, California
- Parker Hannifin Corporation
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Senior SAR Engineer - Remote / TS/SCI Eligible
- Irvine, California
- EVONA
- Full Time
- Federal Government
American Airlines Ramp Agent
- Irvine, California
- TradeJobsWorkforce
- Full Time
- Aviation or Harbor
Security Officer Government Building
- Irvine, California
- Aus
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Armed Protection Officer (Irvine)
- Irvine, California
- Blackstone Consulting
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Deployment Lead, Air Defense
- Irvine, California
- Anduril Industries
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Security Guard (FT or PT)
- Irvine, California
- Guardian National Security
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Senior Counsel - Trial and Defense
- Irvine, California
- BCG Attorney Search
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Legal Services
Test Technician (Blue Room) - Defense Systems Division
- Irvine, California
- Parker Hannifin Corporation
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Security Guard Private Event
- Irvine, California
- Psd Services
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Reserve Preventive Medicine Officer
- Irvine, California
- United States Army
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- Public Health

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COUNCIL OFFICE SPECIALIST (PRINCIPAL COUNCIL EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO VICE MAYOR MAI)
- Irvine, California United States
- City of Irvine
- Aug 12, 2026
- Full Time
City of Irvine

The City of Irvine was incorporated on December 28, 1971, under the general laws of the State of California. We operate under a charter law form of government which was adopted in 1975, meaning we have a City Council-City Manager form of government. The City Manager is appointed by the City Council to function as the chief administrator of the City. City Council sets the policy directions for the City, and the City Manager is charged with implementing those directions. Additionally, the City Manager keeps the Council informed of City operations, prepares the annual budget, oversees special programs, and coordinates the various department activities. Irvine is one of the nation's largest planned urban communities and encompasses over 66 square miles and has a current population of more than 310,000. We contract for fire and medical services with the County of Orange, and have three independent districts: library, educational and utility services. Other government services include: animal control; building and safety regulation and inspection; general administrative services; planning and zoning; police; public facility/capital improvement construction; recreation and cultural programs; refuse collection and recycling; street lighting; street maintenance; landscape maintenance and transportation management.
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- Full Time
- Aug 12, 2026
Job Description
Do you have the desire to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant and diverse community? Join a collaborative workforce committed to serving the City of Irvine.

Pay Range:
$26.40 - $39.06 Hourly

About the Opportunity:

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT APPLICATIONS IS AUGUST 31, 2026, AT 11:59 P.M.

Council Office Specialist (Principal Council Executive Assistant*)

Office of the Vice Mayor - City of Irvine

Position Summary
The Council Office Specialist serves as the operational backbone of the Office of the Vice Mayor, providing executive-level administrative support while fostering meaningful relationships throughout the Irvine community.

This position combines executive coordination, constituent services, community outreach, event planning, and digital communications. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about public service, with the ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while representing the Office of the Vice Mayor with professionalism, discretion, and integrity.

Primary Responsibilities

Executive Support & Office Operations
Manage executive calendars, scheduling priorities, meetings, travel, and public appearances.
Coordinate meetings with residents, businesses, nonprofit organizations, City departments, and regional partners.
Prepare executive correspondence, agendas, presentations, reports, briefing materials, and talking points.
Maintain confidential office records, constituent databases, event files, and administrative documentation.
Coordinate office communications, including email and phone correspondence.
Support office purchasing, reimbursements, and general administrative functions.
Coordinate with City departments to ensure timely follow-up on projects and constituent requests.

Find additional information in the Principal Council Executive Assistant job description.

Community Engagement & Constituent Services
Build and maintain strong relationships with neighborhood associations, schools, businesses, nonprofit organizations, faith communities, youth organizations, senior groups, and community leaders.
Respond promptly and professionally to constituent inquiries while coordinating service requests through resolution.
Represent the Office of Vice Mayor Mai at community meetings and events when appropriate.
Monitor community priorities, identify emerging issues, and recommend opportunities for partnerships and outreach.
Deliver exceptional customer service while exercising sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism.

Event Planning & Community Programs
Plan and coordinate community events from concept through execution.
Manage invitations, RSVP tracking, vendor coordination, volunteer coordination, event logistics, setup, day-of operations, and post-event follow-up.
Prepare event briefings, schedules, and supporting materials.
Ensure every event reflects the professionalism and service standards of the Office of the Vice Mayor.

Communications & Social Media
Manage office communications across email, phone, and social media platforms.
Create engaging digital content promoting City initiatives, community programs, and public events.
Coordinate social media calendars and assist with online community engagement.
Assist with newsletters, presentations, marketing materials, and community outreach campaigns.

Core Skills
Executive & Calendar Management
Community Engagement & Public Outreach
Event Planning & Logistics
Social Media Management & Digital Communications
Constituent Services & Customer Relations
Executive Correspondence & Briefing Materials
Public Relations & Stakeholder Engagement
Project & Office Coordination
Relationship Building
Time Management & Organization
Multitasking & Problem Solving
Professionalism & Confidentiality
Team Collaboration & Leadership
Public Speaking & Community Relations

Technical Skills
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Outlook
Google Workspace
Calendar Management
Data Entry & Record Management
CRM & Constituent Database Management
Social Media Platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X)
Canva
Zoom & Microsoft Teams

Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
Clerical experience, or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Possession of a valid California driver's license may be required.

Preferred Qualifications
Minimum two (2) years of professional experience in executive support, community engagement, public administration, nonprofit organizations, communications, or customer service.
Experience planning and coordinating community events, public programs, or civic engagements from concept through execution.
Experience managing professional social media accounts, creating digital content, and promoting events across multiple platforms.
Experience supporting elected officials, executives, boards, or senior leadership.
Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Experience preparing executive correspondence, presentations, reports, agendas, and briefing materials.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Canva, and common office technologies.
Experience with constituent services, public relations, customer service, or community outreach.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, to support community meetings and special events.
Bilingual proficiency (Spanish, Vietnamese, Mandarin, Korean, Farsi, or another language) is desirable.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate enjoys building relationships, solving problems, and creating exceptional community experiences. They are equally comfortable coordinating executive schedules, planning public events, engaging with residents, managing social media, and ensuring the Office of the Vice Mayor operates efficiently and professionally.

This position is measured not only by organized calendars and successful events, but by strong community relationships, responsive constituent service, meaningful public engagement, and a commitment to serving the residents of Irvine with excellence.

*The Council Office Specialist is the working title for the position of Principal Council Executive Assistant.

Benefits Package

The City of Irvine offers competitive compensation and benefits packages. Click here to view the benefits available for this position.

Your Team

The Mission of the Employees of the City of Irvine is to create and maintain a community where people can live, work, and play in an environment that is safe, vibrant, and aesthetically pleasing. We are one team that exists to serve our community in the continual pursuit of a City that offers an exceptional quality of life. The City of Irvine’s five values of Humility, Innovation, Empathy, Passion, and Integrity reflect the interests and needs of the community, and the level of service they expect and desire. We are One Irvine by embracing of a team-oriented approach and living our values every day.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We encourage you to inform Human Resources at least two business days prior to the first phase of the selection process if you have a disability that may require an accommodation. To contact Human Resources, please call 949-724-6067 or email recruitment@cityofirvine.org.

E-Verify

The City of Irvine participates in E-Verify. In compliance with federal law, all employees must provide verification of identity and employment authorization at the time of hire. For additional information, please review the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices. Please mention you found this employment opportunity on the CareersInGovernment.com job board.
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City of Irvine

The City of Irvine was incorporated on December 28, 1971, under the general laws of the State of California. We operate under a charter law form of government which was adopted in 1975, meaning we have a City Council-City Manager form of government. The City Manager is appointed by the City Council to function as the chief administrator of the City. City Council sets the policy directions for the City, and the City Manager is charged with implementing those directions. Additionally, the City Manager keeps the Council informed of City operations, prepares the annual budget, oversees special programs, and coordinates the various department activities.

Irvine is one of the nation's largest planned urban communities and encompasses over 66 square miles and has a current population of more than 310,000. We contract for fire and medical services with the County of Orange, and have three independent districts: library, educational and utility services.

Other government services include: animal control; building and safety regulation and inspection; general administrative services; planning and zoning; police; public facility/capital improvement construction; recreation and cultural programs; refuse collection and recycling; street lighting; street maintenance; landscape maintenance and transportation management.
City of Irvine
- Irvine, California, United States
- http://www.cityofirvine.org/administrative-services-department/career-opportunities
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COUNCIL OFFICE SPECIALIST (PRINCIPAL COUNCIL EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO VICE MAYOR MAI)

Coaching Aide (IVC)

Library Assistant III

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II

Business and Management Instructor (Part-Time Faculty)

Student Worker (IVC - Writing Center)

Research and Planning Analyst, Categorical

Project Specialist (IVC- CalFresh Grant)

Theatre Arts Instructor (Part-Time Faculty)

Program Coordinator, Categorical

Older Adults: Noncredit (Health and Wellness) Instructor (Part-Time Faculty) IVC

PS ASSISTANT-PT

Project Specialist (IVC - Rising Scholars)

Tutor (IVC)

PS ASSISTANT-EPT

Tutor (IVC - Physical Sciences)

Student Worker (IVC - Student Life and Equity)

Tutor (IVC - Math Center)

Tutor - (IVC Life Sciences)

Human Development Instructor - Part-Time Faculty

Biological Sciences Instructor (Part-Time Faculty)

Biological Sciences (Health Sciences) Instructor (Part-Time Faculty)

Foreign Languages (Spanish) Instructor, Part-time Faculty (IVC)

Student Worker (IVC - Basic Needs)

Tutor (IVC - English)

Political Science Instructor (Part-Time Faculty)

Water Resources Engineer/Planner

Economics Instructor (Part-Time Faculty)

Music Instructor (Part-Time Faculty) IVC

Foreign Languages (Chinese) Instructor, Part-Time Faculty (IVC)

Film and Media Studies Instructor (Part-Time Faculty - IVC)

Ethnic Studies Instructor (Part-Time Faculty)

English Instructor (Part-Time Faculty)

English as a Second Language (ESL): Noncredit Instructor (Part-Time Faculty) IVC

English as a Second Language (ESL) Instructor (Part-Time Faculty)

Geography Instructor( Part-Time Faculty)

Foreign Languages (Japanese) Instructor, Part-Time Faculty (IVC)

Real Estate Instructor (Part -Time Faculty) IVC

Paralegal Instructor (Part-Time Faculty) IVC

Kinesiology Instructor (Part-Time Faculty)

Medical Assisting Instructor - Part-time faculty - IVC

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