GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:

 The City of Starkville has partnered with Project Peace (powered by the Discovery Center) to support families through a spectrum of services such as: workforce training and education. This position is an assignment designed to accommodate a Project Peace Intern in a technical/ public administration, or business job function in support of city jobs and to assist with learning on the job skills.

 ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

 Assist in a wide variety of administrative and professional tasks in one of various city departments.

• Provide research assistance, writes reports, and make recommendation on matters under study.
• Acquire working knowledge of department practices, procedures, equipment and organization system.
• Research, collect, compile, record and summarize technical data; assist staff assemble documentation for projects and presentations.
• Assist in the enhancement of the department’s record keeping system by organizing and computerizing files.
• Engage in special projects and other similar tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• Microsoft Excel and Word, and ability to learn new technology systems very quickly and efficiently.
• Expected to learn various zoning, planning and redevelopment procedures.
• Expected to learn various ordinances, laws, and regulations pertaining to all aspects of urban planning and development.

 Skills and Ability to:

• Work alternating shifts, hours and days.
• Handle multiple tasks simultaneously with frequent interruptions.
• Communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing, and to keep records and prepare reports.
• Follow Department and City policies and procedures operating with minimum supervision.

 EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• High school diploma from a school accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or GED certificate issued by the appropriate state agency.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS & OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess and maintain a valid Mississippi Driver’s License and acceptable MVR.

 CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Direct deposit and social security card are required.

 Qualifications for a work-based internship through Project PEACE:

• A Parent (custodial and/or non-custodial) 
• Ages 18-59
• Out of High School
• Live within the approved counties (Oktibbeha, Lowndes, Clay, Webster, Choctaw, and Winston) 
• Household income up to 200% poverty guidelines (verification of income required)

IF YOU ANSWERED "YES" TO EACH PART OF THE QUALIFICATIONS, HERE ARE YOUR NEXT STEPS:

• Complete the application
• Call the Discovery Center at (662) 615-0033 to set up an appointment with our Workforce Staff to meet with Workforce Engagement Specialist to review employment soft skills necessary for a successful internship
• Complete Project PEACE paperwork and online assessments
• Maintain contact with Project PEACE throughout internship

 To get approved:

Project PEACE contact: Shenina Brown (Workforce Engagement Specialist) - sbrown@starkvillesd.com

Discovery Center - Emerson School - 1504 Louisville St., Starkville, MS

Phone: 662-615-0033

 WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Work is essentially sedentary with occasional walking, bending, climbing stairs, and lifting light objects. Work requires physical dexterity in the frequent use of hand-eye coordination and manipulative skills using fingers, limbs and body in the operation of a computer and other office machines and equipment.

 The duties listed above are intended as illustrations of the types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific job duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment contract and is subject to change as the needs of the City and requirements of the job change.

Regular and consistent attendance is a condition of continuing employment.

The City of Starkville, is an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION employer. Candidates are considered for employment with the City, without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

A drug screen is required for this position.