Administrative Intern for Mentorship Program
City of Carson, CA - carson, CA
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Salary: $20.00 Hourly Location : CITY OF CARSON, CA Job Type: PART-TIME Job Number: Department: City of Carson Opening Date: 10/10/2024 Closing Date: 10/25/2024 5:00 PM Pacific Max Number of Applicants: 150 THE POSITION The City of Carson, in collaboration with California State University Dominguez Hills, is excited to announce an internship program for currently enrolled junior, senior, or graduate students attending their institution. This program offers a unique opportunity to learn about various departments within the public sector. Interns will receive direct supervision and training from experienced professionals gaining valuable hands-on experience while collaborating with various city personnel on meaningful projects. The ideal candidate is motivated, eager to learn, and ready to engage. Under direction from assigned supervisor or manager, performs professional administrative duties in support of divisional or departmental operations. This part-time at-will position (FLSA: non-exempt) is limited to 500 hours per fiscal year. ESSENTIAL DUTIES (These functions are representative and may not be present in all positions in the class. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind related duties and work assignments.) 1. Performs research, compiles data and prepares reports related to administrative and operational matters. 2. Conducts surveys and studies and makes recommendations based on findings. 3. Assists with file maintenance, data entry and generates reports using a variety of computer software programs. 4. Prepares written correspondence. 5. Participates in the preparation and revision of brochures and other administrative materials. 6. Works with other professional employees assigned to special work projects. 7. Provides information to and consults with staff and the public. 8. Operates a variety of office machines, including a personal computer. 9. Attends meetings or events in the evening or on weekends. 10. May drive to different locations to perform work, site inspections/surveys or attend meetings within and outside the City. 11. Performs related duties as required. QUALIFICATIONS A typical way to obtain the requisite qualifications to perform the duties of this class is as follows: Education and Experience: Must be enrolled as a junior, senior or graduate student at California State University Dominguez Hills (CSUDH), with a GPA of 2.8 or higher. Knowledge of: •Modern English usage. •Mathematics, including statistics. •Research and analytical methods. •Personal computers and related software applications (such as Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams). •Methods of report presentation. Skill and Ability to: •Compile, review and evaluate data. •Communicate effectively orally and in writing. •Understand and carry out oral and written instructions. •Learn City organization, operations, policies and objectives. •Establish and maintain effective working relationships. •Deal tactfully with the public. Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License is desired. Required: Transcripts must be attached to the application at the time of submission. Applications without the required documents attached may be disqualified from the recruitment process. WORKING CONDITIONS Employee accommodations for physical or mental disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Positions in this class normally: •Require vision (which may be corrected) to read small print. •Perform work which is primarily sedentary. •Are subject to inside and outside environmental conditions. •May be required to use personal vehicle in the course of employment. •May be required to attend periodic evening meetings and/or to travel within and out of City boundaries to attend meetings. •May be required to work evenings or weekends. Employee will receive no benefits except they will be covered under City's worker's compensation insurance and to the extent benefits are required to be provided under State law. Appointment Any offer of employment, or acceptance of an employment offer, is contingent upon passing live scan, background check and other tests. All new employees are required to take a loyalty oath. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice. All statements made on the job application are subject to investigation and/or verification. Inaccurate and/or false statements will be cause for disqualification, removal from the eligibility list or discharge from employment. CURRENT CITY OF CARSON EMPLOYEES: Please do not use your City of Carson email address as part of this application. You must indicate a personal email address to receive communications and/or notices from Human Resources throughout the recruitment process. Please note: If you are a current employee at the City of Carson, contact Jada Glaspie at 01 1. The following supplemental questions will be used to assist us in screening your application. You are required to answer each of the following questions truthfully and completely. This questionnaire will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this job. Your responses to this questionnaire may also be used to evaluate your qualifications beyond the minimum requirements, as part of the application screening process. As such, please take the time necessary to answer the questions thoroughly. Applications submitted without a completed supplemental questionnaire, or those that say see resume or application, may not be considered. It is imperative that your responses to the questionnaire provide a true and accurate reflection of your background. Additionally, your answers MUST be supported by the information you have entered in your general application. Responses which cannot be substantiated by information contained in your application will be deemed invalid. Falsification, exaggeration and misrepresentation will result in your disqualification. Your responses will be evaluated as submitted. Do you agree to answer the following questions truthfully and completely AND understand that falsification or overstatement of your qualifications is grounds for disqualification of your application? Yes No 02 Are you a current City of Carson employee? Yes No 03 Are you currently enrolled at California State University, Dominguez Hills as a junior, senior or graduate student? Yes No 04 If you answered yes to the question above, please attach current school transcripts? Please note : Proof of education must be attached at the time of submission with your application. Yes No 05 Do you have a GPA of 2.8 or higher? 06 Please share why you are interested in the City of Carson's Administrative Intern for Mentorship Program. 07 Below, please select the 3 departments you are interested in.(Please note, this does not guarantee placement in the selected departments) City Clerk Community Development Community Services Innovation, Sustainability, and Project Management Human Services City Manager 08 Do you have the legal right to work in the United States?(Proof of work authorization will be required as a part of the employment process) Yes No 09 Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status)? Yes No 10 Did you submit all of the required documents? Required Question
Created: 2024-10-15