INTERN - CITY COUNCIL OFFICES / CITY MANAGER'S DEPT



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INTERN - CITY COUNCIL OFFICES / CITY MANAGER'S DEPT
Employer

City of West Hollywood

Salary

$15.62 - $18.94 Hourly

Location

West Hollywood, CA

Job Type

Intern

Job Number

00603

Department

City Manager

Division

Administration

Opening Date

05/08/2018

Max Number of Applicants

100

JOB SUMMARY

This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience working in a politically active environment. You will be responsible for assisting the various Council Offices and City Manager's Department with research and development of policy, projects and/or programs.  The ideal candidate is a self-starter who is able to work independently and is comfortable seeking guidance/direction when necessary.

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EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Responsibilities may include:

  • Preparing written documents such as staff reports, letters and resolutions.
  • Researching policy issues and analyze data for studies and other functions.
  • Assisting with meeting preparation and staffing for Commission and City Council meetings.
  • Assisting with the coordination of City special events and programs.
  • Providing administrative support to staff and may provide relief for reception desk.
  • Work cooperatively with City employees and the public.
  • Assist in collecting and analyzing data for performance measures, financial forecasts and other department functions and/or projects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Applicants must currently be pursuing a degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Political Science, Government, Law, Urban Planning or a closely-related field. Graduate student is preferred. 

Eligibility to remain in the program is contingent upon school enrollment.

  • Must be able to work up to 20 hours per week.
  • Must be able to work a flexible schedule including occasional evenings and weekends.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • In order to achieve the maximum benefits of the internship program, we prefer students who are interested in at least a year commitment.
  • Must demonstrate excellent writing and communication skills, and have the ability to think creatively, work independently, and handle multiple projects.
  • Possess research and analytical skills.

This position is a temporary position and not eligible to participate in any benefit programs of the City, except those mandated by federal or state law.

Temporary employees will receive leave accruals based upon actual hours worked with eight (8) hours paid vacation for every 160 actual hours worked and one (1) hour of paid sick leave for every 20 actual hours worked with a maximum sick leave accrual of 48 hours.  Eight (8) hours paid holiday time will be granted to temporary employees who have 70 or more hours of paid time in the pay period in which the recognized City holiday occurs. 

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Are you currently enrolled in a graduate or undergraduate program and able to provide proof of enrollment, if necessary?
  • Yes
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Please describe your experience working with graphic design software (be specific). Feel free to attach no more than one sample of your graphic design work.
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In addition to completing an application, please provide a WRITING SAMPLE (essay, research paper or similar). Please add the writing sample as an electronic attachment to the application. If you have trouble attaching the document, you may email it to hr@weho.org (Subject: COUNCIL/CMD INTERN). *PLEASE ANSWER BELOW: I have read the above directives and understand that failure to submit the required item(s) will result in an incomplete application.
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Employer
City of West Hollywood
Address
8300 Santa Monica Boulevard

West Hollywood, California, 90069
Phone
(323) 848-6325

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