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Staff Office Assistant - Department of Public Safety
- Sunnyvale, California
- CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
$33.54 - $42.81 Hourly
- Full Time
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Public Safety
Casual Office Assistant, Part-time
- Sunnyvale, California
- CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
$30.42 Hourly
- Full Time
- Clerical and Administrative Support
Assistant Civilian Fire Marshal
- Sunnyvale, California
- CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
$174,929.00 - $218,662.00 Annually
- Full Time
- Accounting and Finance
- Court Administration
- Fire and EMS
Camp Counselor 1/2
- Sunnyvale, California
- CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
$19.50 - $22.21 Hourly
- Full Time
- Human and Social Services
- Legal Services
Maintenance Worker 2 - Street Maintenance Division
- Sunnyvale, California
- CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
$37.60 - $47.99 Hourly
- Full Time
- Building Maintenance
Senior Building Inspector
- Sunnyvale, California
- CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
$58.52 - $74.69 Hourly
- Full Time
- Building and Safety
- Code Enforcement and Inspections
- Construction and Skilled Trades
Director of Public Works
- Sunnyvale, California
- CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
$330,891.00 - $397,069.00 Annually
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
- Public Works
Intern Environmental Services - GIS and Utility Operations
- Sunnyvale, California
- CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
$19.50 - $26.95 Hourly
- Full Time
- Environmental Services
- GIS and Surveying
- Internship
- Utilities
Parks Worker 1 - Casual
- Sunnyvale, California
- CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
$35.31 - $45.07 Hourly
- Full Time
- Parks and Recreation
TEMPORARY LABORER - GOLF
- Sunnyvale, California
- CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
$19.50 - $21.15 Hourly
- Full Time
- Construction and Skilled Trades
- Parks and Recreation
- Other
Groundsworker - Seasonal
- Sunnyvale, California
- CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
$22.57 - $28.81 Hourly
- Full Time
- Grounds and Landscaping Services
Parks Worker 1 - Seasonal
- Sunnyvale, California
- CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
$35.31 - $45.07 Hourly
- Full Time
- Parks and Recreation
RECREATION: Adult Sports Official
- Sunnyvale, California
- CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
$21.00 - $25.55 Hourly
- Full Time
- Parks and Recreation
RECREATION: Baylands Park Gate House Attendant
- Sunnyvale, California
- CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
$19.50 - $22.70 Hourly
- Full Time
- Parks and Recreation
- Other
Groundsworker - Casual
- Sunnyvale, California
- CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
$22.57 - $28.81 Hourly
- Full Time
- Grounds and Landscaping Services
RECREATION-AQUATICS: POOL MANAGER
- Sunnyvale, California
- CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
$23.00 - $25.36 Hourly
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
- Parks and Recreation
Maintenance Worker 1, Casual
- Sunnyvale, California
- CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
$35.81 - $45.70 Hourly
- Full Time
- Building Maintenance
RECREATION-AQUATICS: ASSISTANT POOL MANAGER
- Sunnyvale, California
- CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
$21.00 - $23.15 Hourly
- Full Time
- Accounting and Finance
- Administration and Management
- Parks and Recreation
RECREATION: Camp Director
- Sunnyvale, California
- CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
$22.00 - $25.47 Hourly
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
- Parks and Recreation
Temporary Public Safety Cadet
- Sunnyvale, California
- CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
$19.50 Hourly
- Full Time
- Public Safety
- Other
RECREATION: Afterschool Site Director
- Sunnyvale, California
- CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
$22.00 - $26.95 Hourly
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
- Education and Training
- Parks and Recreation
Public Safety Officer In Training
- Sunnyvale, California
- CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
$135,945.00 - $157,373.00 Annually
- Full Time
- Education and Training
- Public Safety
Public Safety Dispatcher - Lateral
- Sunnyvale, California
- CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
$61.36 - $74.59 Hourly
- Full Time
- Dispatch and Telecommunications
- Public Safety
Public Safety Officer - POST Academy Grad/Attendee
- Sunnyvale, California
- CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
$135,945.00 - $157,373.00 Annually
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Public Safety Officer I - Lateral
- Sunnyvale, California
- CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
$142,742.00 - $165,242.00 Annually
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Temporary Groundsworker- Golf (Seasonal)
- Sunnyvale, California
- CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
$21.81 - $27.84 Hourly
- Full Time
- Grounds and Landscaping Services
- Parks and Recreation
- Other
Senior Water Pollution Control Operator
- Sunnyvale, California
- CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
$54.04 - $68.97 Hourly
- Full Time
- Water and Wastewater Treatment
- Other
RECREATION: Recreation Instructor 1/2
- Sunnyvale, California
- CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
$31.75 - $50.00 Hourly
- Full Time
- Education and Training
- Parks and Recreation

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Staff Office Assistant - Department of Public Safety
- Sunnyvale, California United States
- CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
- May 15, 2026
- $33.54 - $42.81 Hourly - Full Time
CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA

Welcome to Sunnyvale: The Heart of the Silicon Valley Visitors and residents enjoy Sunnyvale’s beautiful, clean suburban setting, efficient, high-quality city services, low crime rate, quality schools and prize-winning parks. Through its innovative and cost effective Public Safety Department concept, which combines traditional fire and police functions into one department, the city offers its citizens and businesses an award-winning record of safety and efficiency. City departments include: City Manager, City Attorney, Community Development, Environmental Services, Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, Library & Community Services, Public Safety (an innovative Police/Fire combination), and Public Works. The City also staffs the NOVA Workforce, which provides regional job-training programs to residents of Sunnyvale, San Mateo County and six other local municipalities. Sunnyvale’s commitment to every citizen within the community sets it apart. High quality parks, a full-service library, promotion of cultural arts activities and strong support for maintenance and repair of public facilities reflect this commitment. A wide variety of cultural and artistic events take place within the City, including the annual Art & Wine Festival, the Summer Wednesday Night Music Series, Jazz & Beyond Music Series, Hands on the Arts children’s art fair, a weekly year-round farmer’s market, and downtown holiday events. Additionally, the historic downtown business district is a vibrant commercial and entertainment hub.
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- $33.54 - $42.81 Hourly
- Full Time
- May 15, 2026
Job Description
Description

The final filing date is Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 5:00 PM or after receiving 100 qualified and complete applications, whichever is first.

The City of Sunnyvale is currently recruiting for (1) regular full-time Staff Office Assistant in the Department of Public Safety. The Department of Public Safety is a fully integrated police and fire department. The recruitment process for positions in the Department of Public Safety require a comprehensive background investigation.

The eligibility list established from this recruitment will only be used for vacancies in the Department of Public Safety.

Under general supervision of an assigned supervisor, performs a wide variety of reasonably difficult clerical work, operates various office equipment; answers questions from the public regarding assigned function; and performs related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The position of Staff Office Assistant is a fully qualified journey-level clerical classification. This classification differs from Office Assistant in the variety and difficulty of the tasks assigned, the independence of action expected, and the nature of contacts required which may involve the handling of discrepancies and the processing of complaints.

Essential Job Functions

(May include, but are not limited to, the following):

Types documents and other materials.
Maintains office files and filing systems.
Receives, opens, and distributes mail; bundles and disperses outgoing mail.
Receives, enters and files time sensitive materials and documents.
Issues routine permits and calculates fees.
Receives and reviews supplies; processes receiving slips and invoices for payments.
Develops, maintains and archives a variety of files and records.
Answers phones and greets customers.
Orders and tracks office supplies and materials.
Schedules meetings and appointments for various meetings.
Enters data in various computer programs; cross references data in various systems.
Conducts transactions with both the public and with other employees, as assigned, including (but not limited to): accepting payments or fees; issuing permits or licenses; preparing requisitions and receiving reports; distributing documents, data, or information; explaining regulations and/or interpreting procedures, regulations, and policies.
Collects information from a variety of sources and compiles data for reports.
Performs general clerical duties and specialized clerical functions for assigned program area.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Position requires prolonged sitting and occasional walking, standing, bending, squatting, kneeling, climbing, and twisting. The position also requires hand manipulation in simple grasping and fine coordination in using a computer keyboard.This position occasionally requires one to reach above and below shoulder level. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading reports and work related documents and using a computer. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal customer service. The need to lift, drag and push files, paper, books and documents weighing up to 25 pounds is also required. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodation.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following way:

Graduation from high school or tested equivalent; AND

Two years of responsible clerical experience.

Knowledge of:
Proper English usage, grammar, spelling and punctuation.
Alpha numeric filing and retrieval systems.
Office methods, procedures, software and equipment.
Filing, indexing and cross referencing materials
Record keeping, proofreading, and filing practices.
Purchasing procedures.
Basic mathematics.
Principles of customer service.

Ability to:
Operate a computer using word processing and business software and other office equipment.
Compose correspondence in a clear and concise manner.
Determine matters of confidentiality and handle in a confidential manner.
Proofread documents for grammar and proper formatting.
Compose general correspondence and letters and take meeting minutes.
Organize material in an understandable and acceptable manner.
Sort and categorize material.
Establish and maintain accurate logs and files of information.
Learn the operation, policy and procedures of the assigned department.
Understand and follow written and oral instructions.
Communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain and promote positive and effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public.
Observe safety principles and work in a safe manner.
Work independently and as a team member; recognize and set priorities to meet deadlines.
Perform data entry functions with speed and accuracy.
Input and retrieve material through a variety of computer programs and check output for accuracy.
Read and interpret forms.

Willingness to:

Occasionally work varying hours or on weekends and holidays.

Licenses/Certificates:

Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C California driver's license or the ability to provide alternative transportation as approved by the appointing authority and a safe driving record.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Clerical experience in a governmental agency.

Application and Selection Process

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS & PROCESS

The application submitted must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the job description in order to move forward in the recruitment process with the City of Sunnyvale. The information provided in the Work Experience, Education, and Certificates/Licenses sections of the application will be used to determine if the application meets the minimum qualifications. A resume, employment history provided elsewhere in the application, or other attachments will not be accepted in lieu of the completed application.

Note: The minimum qualifications for experience are based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Experience included in the Work Experience section of the application is calculated to the full-time equivalent (hours are pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). Volunteer experience is not considered qualifying experience.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a City of Sunnyvale employment application and responses to the supplemental questions to the Department of Human Resources by Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 5:00pm or before receiving 100 qualified and complete applications, whichever is first.

Candidates are asked to fully describe any training, education, experience, or skills relevant to this position. Electronic applications may be submitted online through the City's employment page at Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on JOBS. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

EXAM PROCESS

Applications will be competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications of this position.Based upon a review of the application materials, the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the online written examination process scheduled for Tuesday, May 26, 2026, and Wednesday, May 27, 2026 . (Note: The examination process may be changed as deemed necessary by the Director of Human Resources.)

SELECTION PROCESS

Those candidates that receive a passing score on the examination will be placed on an eligibility list for up to one year, in accordance with the City's Civil Service Rules and Administrative Policies. Top candidates on the eligibility list will be invited to participate in a selection interview with the department.

Any candidate that is selected by the hiring department will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, which may consist of a background history check, as well as a medical exam(s) administered by a City selected physician(s) before hire. Prior to starting work, all newly-hired employees will be fingerprinted to check conviction history. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose conviction history will result in refusal of employment or termination. Positions which are covered by the Department of Transportation regulations are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test and to random drug and alcohol testing.

INFORMATION ABOUT PROOF OF EDUCATION

Any successful candidate, selected by the hiring department will be required to submit proof of education (i.e. original copy of the diploma or college/university transcripts). A candidate with education obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credential evaluation service at the candidate's expense to determine its equivalency in the United States. Candidates may utilize any third-party agency for the evaluation. If you search ‘education equivalency verification’ or similar online, you will obtain results for agencies that provide this evaluation service.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Positions in this job classification are represented by the Sunnyvale Employees Association (SEA).

For assistance on how to fill out your job application, watch the following video:
How to Apply for a City of Sunnyvale Job- YouTube (5:13)
The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

The City of Sunnyvale is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state, or local laws. The City of Sunnyvale is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 730-7490 or recruitments@sunnyvale.ca.gov .

Summary of Sunnyvale's Employees Association (For Full Time Positions) SEA Benefits

Summary of Service Employees International Union, Local 521 (For Part Time Positions)SEIU Benefits

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Closing Date/Time: 5/21/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
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CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA

Welcome to Sunnyvale: The Heart of the Silicon Valley Visitors and residents enjoy Sunnyvale’s beautiful, clean suburban setting, efficient, high-quality city services, low crime rate, quality schools and prize-winning parks. Through its innovative and cost effective Public Safety Department concept, which combines traditional fire and police functions into one department, the city offers its citizens and businesses an award-winning record of safety and efficiency. City departments include: City Manager, City Attorney, Community Development, Environmental Services, Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, Library & Community Services, Public Safety (an innovative Police/Fire combination), and Public Works. The City also staffs the NOVA Workforce, which provides regional job-training programs to residents of Sunnyvale, San Mateo County and six other local municipalities. Sunnyvale’s commitment to every citizen within the community sets it apart. High quality parks, a full-service library, promotion of cultural arts activities and strong support for maintenance and repair of public facilities reflect this commitment. A wide variety of cultural and artistic events take place within the City, including the annual Art & Wine Festival, the Summer Wednesday Night Music Series, Jazz & Beyond Music Series, Hands on the Arts children’s art fair, a weekly year-round farmer’s market, and downtown holiday events. Additionally, the historic downtown business district is a vibrant commercial and entertainment hub.
CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
- Sunnyvale, California, United States
- https://sunnyvale.ca.gov
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