Professional Assistant-Public Works

Professional Assistant-Public Works

Salary

$20.11 - $36.71 Hourly

Location

Oceanside, CA, CA

Job Type

Hourly Extra-Help

Job Number

26-90

Department

Public Works

Opening Date

06/18/2026

Closing Date

7/10/2026 4:00 PM Pacific

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Introduction

The City of Oceanside is currently accepting applications to fill one (1) vacancy for a part-time, hourly Professional Assistant in the Public Works Department.

The Professional Assistant issues citations for parking meter and permit parking violations, parking in restricted time zones, handicap parking violations and vehicles parked in an unsafe manner, such as blocking driveways, fire lanes, or double parking; marks vehicles parked in time zones; cite vehicles exceeding time limits; responds to citizen complaints concerning abandoned or public nuisance vehicles; locates abandoned vehicles and identifies registered and legal owners; contacts owners in-person or by phone to notify them of violation and explains rules and procedures; maintains a log of activities; interprets and explains parking rules and regulations; prepares brief reports of incidents; makes court appearances when necessary; follows street sweeper and issues citations; maintains effective public relations with merchants and general public; provides directions and information to the public; and performs related duties as assigned.

This position is a temporary, hourly, extra-help position which does not include leave or medical benefits and will not exceed 999 hours in a fiscal year.

THIS POSITION MAY REQUIRE WORKING EVENING, WEEKEND AND/OR HOLIDAY HOURS.

Examples of Duties

Examples of duties performed by employees in this class may not include all required duties, nor are all listed tasks necessarily performed by everyone in this class.

Analyzes and defines objectives and strategies that are department specific; investigates and conducts research; prepares recommendations and proposes responses; advises supervisors on administrative matters within the City; assists in the development of policies and practices; provides project management assistance; makes recommendations for new or modified programs to reduce departmental costs and improve services; plans and schedules meetings and conferences; prepares agendas and related documentation; coordinates work with divisions, agencies, City staff, and the public; prepares materials for meetings; and performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education, training, and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities required is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities are as follows:

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of public administration.
• Supervisory principles and practices.
• Public relations principles and practices.
• Operational characteristics of parking enforcement equipment and tools
• Principles and techniques of customer service and public relations
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices

Ability to:

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, City officials, outside agencies, and the general public.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Perform research queries
• Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.
• Maintain courtesy and tact in stressful or emergency situations.
• Learn standard operational procedures and traffic codes.
• Use and operate motorized vehicles and equipment relative to parking enforcement.
• Learn to interpret, explain and enforce parking regulations, laws, and ordinances.
• Learn City geography and landmark locations.
• Learn pertinent local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Prepare clear and concise reports.
• Maintain accurate records and files.
• Work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Experience and Training:

• Two years of public sector experience.
• Experience using multi-line phone systems.
• One year customer service experience

Training:

A bachelors degree or higher in public administration, business administration, or a closely related field.

License: A current, valid, California drivers license with a satisfactory driving record.

Working Conditions and Selection Process

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environmental Conditions:

Office environment; exposure to computer screens. Hours will vary depending on assignment.

Field enforcement; travel from site to site; exposure to noise, dust, smoke, fumes, gases and inclement weather; extensive public contact.

Physical Conditions:

Essential functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting and standing; bending and stooping; for prolonged periods of time; speaking and hearing to exchange information; visual acuity to read and interpret information. Moderate to heavy lifting and carrying up to 75 pounds; repeatedly entering and exiting a vehicle over a prolonged period; operating motorized vehicles.

Selection Process: All properly completed applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. The process may include an oral interview to assess job-related experience and skills. Candidates who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on ana eligibility list and will remain eligible for employment consideration for a minimum of six months.

Note: Prospective employees will undergo, and must successfully pass, a police background reference check which includes a polygraphy test, fingerprinting and a pre-employment medical examination. A drug screening may be required.

Applicants must submit a completed City of Oceanside online application, supplemental questionnaire.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed application forms.

Candidates who require a reasonable accommodation in the selection process should state their needs in writing when submitting an application package.

The provisions in this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

Changes to Accrued Paid Sick Leave

for Hourly Extra Help & Part-Time Employees

Effective January 1, 2024

Senate Bill (SB) 616 went into effect January 1, 2024 as an amendment to SB 1522. The new bill increases the number of sick leave hours accrued and sick leave hours able to be used by Hourly Extra Help and Part-Time employees in a calendar year. It will not apply to retired annuitants. The law states that, unless exempt, the part- time employee is entitled to receive the minimum requirements for paid sick leave. The City of Oceanside will ensure that part-time employees will accrue paid sick leave pursuant to the minimum requirements stated in the California Labor Code §245 et seq. which provides that an employee:

a. May accrue 1 hour paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked up to 80 hours per year;

b. May request and use up to 5 days or 40 hours of accrued paid sick leave per year;

c. May not be terminated or retaliated against for using or requesting the use of accrued paid sick

leave; and

d. Has the right to file a complaint against an employer who retaliates or discriminates against an

employee for

1. requesting or using accrued sick days;

2. attempting to exercise the right to use accrued paid sick days;

3. filing a complaint or alleging a violation of Article 1.5 section 245 et seq. of the

California Labor Code;

4. cooperating in an investigation or prosecution of an alleged violation of this Article

or opposing any policy or practice or act that is prohibited by Article 1.5 section 245 et seq. of the California Labor Code.

Sick leave accruals for Hourly Extra Help and Part-Time employees cannot be used in the first 90 days of employment for newly hired employees. If unused, up to 40 hours can roll into the next calendar year in the Pay Period containing January 1. A maximum of 80 hours can be retained annually after roll over, however only 40 hours can be used per year. The employer is not required to pay out accrued, unused paid sick days at the time of termination. If the employee is rehired within one year, previously accrued and unused paid sick days shall be reinstated.

Sick pay codes have been developed to use hourly sick leave:

• Code 24 - Sick HX Self
• Code 25 - Sick HX Family
• Code 26 - FMLA Sick HX Self
• Code 27 - FMLA Sick HX Family

Reports have been developed to help managers and supervisors in tracking leave usage. Employees will have access to view balances anytime in Oracle Time Entry. Balances will be updated each pay period and can be viewed on the electronic wage statement.

Please visit https://www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/paid_sick_leave.htm for additional information or contact Sarah Curtis in the Human Resources Department at (760) 435-3508 if you have questions.

01

Please indicate the highest level of education that you have completed.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Associates degree
• Bachelors Degree

02

Do you possess a valid CA drivers license?

• Yes
• No

03

Have you completed any certifications or courses relating to citations, local government, law enforcement, etc. If YES, please list the completed coursework and attach certificate(s) or transcripts showing the completed coursework.

04

Describe your work experience in enforcing laws, regulations and ordinances. Include any experience issuing citations. Include number of years of experience in this area.

05

Describe an incident where you had to assess a situation quickly and implement a course of action.

06

Describe your work experience in delivering customer service. Include the number of years of experience in this area.

07

Describe a situation where you had to handle a hostile citizen/customer. Provide details of how you handled the situation and state the outcome of the incident. Include the number of years of experience in this area.

08

Are you willing to work varied shifts, including weekends, evenings and holidays?

• Yes
• No

09

CERTIFICATE OF APPLICANT: I certify that all statements and information provided in this application and any attachments are true, and I understand that any false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts may forfeit right to employment considerations by the City of Oceanside.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Oceanside

Address 300 North Coast Highway, City Hall South

Oceanside, California, 92054

Phone 760-435-3511

Website http://www.ci.oceanside.ca.us