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Job Description
Description
The City of Irvine seeks a skilled candidate with a background or interest in animal care, demonstrated office experience and strong customer service and leadership skills, to assist with assist with the front office operations at the Animal Care Center. This position is Extended Part-time, up to 32 hours per week, weekend availability is required.
The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of responsible clerical experience. Some experience working in a professional animal care setting, such as an animal shelter, pet store or veterinarian office, is preferred.
For more information, please see the EPT Office Assistant III flier.
Supplemental Information
Community and Library Services
The Community & Library Services Department provides exceptional service, innovative programs, and diverse cultural experiences in vibrant and sustainable spaces. The department consists of the following award-winning programs and services: Human Services; Community Parks, Outreach and Open Space; Athletics, Aquatics, Arts, GP Operations, and Attractions; Reservation, Program Services; Irvine Animal Care Center; Administrative Services; and the new Irvine Public Library System
The Process
The selection process will include an examination and conduct a background investigation prior to appointment. This recruitment may establish an eligibility list to fill future positions in similar and/or lower classifications within the organization.
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.
Part-time employees are employed "at will" and their services can be discontinued without cause.
Certain City budgets may not include funding for mandated CalPERS employer contributions. A qualified candidate who is a current member of CalPERS may be restricted from temporary/part-time employment.
Closing Date/Time: 9/2/2025 5:00 PM Pacific -
Special Instructions
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Irvine
Show moreThe 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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