Student Intern I/II - City Manager's Office

**THE CITY OF HEMET IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER**

The City of Hemet is pleased to announce the opportunity for qualified candidates to be considered for the position of Student Intern I/II. The City of Hemet is seeking motivated, creative, and service-oriented students interested in gaining hands-on experience in local government. This internship offers a unique opportunity to work directly with the City Manager's Office on projects that impact economic development, strategic planning, communications, public policy, and City operations. Interns will develop professional skills while contributing to initiatives that improve the quality of life for the Hemet community.

Assignments are part-time, limited duration, not exceeding 1,000 hours per year. A typical schedule is 15-25 hours per week depending on academic schedules and department needs.

The City Manager's Office serves as the administrative leadership of the City and works closely with the Mayor, City Council, City departments, businesses, and community organizations to implement Council priorities and deliver municipal services. Interns will gain exposure to executive management, public policy, economic development, budgeting, strategic planning, communications, city events, and special projects.

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act may include, but are not limited to the following characteristics, duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics: 

 

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

 

• Performs a wide variety of administrative, project-related, and department-specific assignments in order to receive on-the-job exposure to municipal government processes, projects, programs, and issues.
• Performs basic technical assignments in area of specialization.
• Performs a variety of administrative and/or technical tasks in support of City programs; answers phones and assists the public.
• Researches, writes, and presents reports and recommendations on a variety of municipal government topics.
• Assists in the coordination of data and materials for the department.
• Verifies and reviews forms and reports for completeness and conformance with established regulations and procedures; applies departmental policies and procedures in determining completeness of applications, records, and files.
• Makes copies; collates materials; files copies of letters, memoranda, reports, and other materials in department and/or central files; maintains a variety of records and files.

Knowledge:
 

• Office administration practices and procedures.
• Correct English usage, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• City organization, functions and procedures applicable to assigned areas of responsibility.
• Records management, record keeping, filing and basic purchasing procedures. 
• Basic practices and terminology used in department or division.
• Research and report preparation methods and procedures.

Ability:
 

• Learn basic principles of municipal government management.
• Learn, interpret, and apply developmental policies and procedures.
• Operate a computer using word processing, spreadsheet, database and other business software.
• Operate other standard office equipment.
• Type accurately at a speed necessary to meet the requirements of the position.
• Organize work.
• Read basic documents.
• Organize and maintain office and specialized files.
• Communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing.
• Understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Enter and prepare clear and accurate data for records and reports.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City managers, staff, the public and others encountered in the course of work.

Education and Experience:
Student Intern I:

• Applicants must be enrolled in a high school academic or vocational curriculum.
• Applicants under 18 years of age must secure a work permit.
• Applicants must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0 while interning.
• Additional minimum qualifications may apply depending upon the internship.

Student Intern II:

• Graduation from high school or G.E.D. equivalent with current enrollment in college courses at an accredited college or university.
• Undergraduate students must be enrolled in at least 12 semester / 15 quarter units.
• Graduate students must be enrolled in at least 6 semester / 9 quarter units.
• Applicants must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0 while interning.
• Additional minimum qualifications may apply depending upon the internship.

Preferred fields of study:

• Public Administration
• Business Administration
• Political Science
• Economics
• Urban Planning
• Communications
• Finance
• Engineering

Certification/License and/or Other Special Requirements:
A valid California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the City's vehicle insurance policy may be required depending upon the internship assignment.

ENVIRONMENTAL AND PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

 

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle and feel computers and standard business equipment; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk.  

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

 

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee works under typical office conditions, and the noise level is usually quiet. Participation in community events may provide a variance on occasion to the work environment.

Selection Process
All properly completed applications will be reviewed and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. The process may include any combination of a written exam, oral board interview, and/or skills assessment to further evaluate job-related qualifications. Candidates who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on an eligibility list which will remain valid for a minimum of six months.

Note: Prospective employees will undergo, and must successfully pass, a background reference check (including fingerprinting) and a medical examination.  Drug screening may be required.

RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF COMPLETED APPLICATION FORMS BUT MAY BE ATTACHED.

CANDIDATES WHO REQUIRE 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. ANY PROVISION CONTAINED IN THIS BULLETIN MAY BE MODIFIED OR REVOKED WITHOUT NOTICE.

Salary : $17 - $22