What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Intern position at City of Sacramento?
THE POSITION
THIS IS A LIMITED TERM POSITION
THIS JOB POSTING WILL AUTOMATICALLY CLOSE UPON THE RECEIPT OF 100 APPLICATIONS
OR
AT THE FINAL FILING DEADLINE, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.
To be considered for employment opportunities through the Department of Utilities Summer High School Student Program for both the Utility Worker and General Intern positions, a separate application must be submitted for each job posting.
Through the Department of Utilities Summer High School Student Program, the City of Sacramento Department of Utilities is committed to providing meaningful opportunities for youth to discover, explore, and develop careers in drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater. Beginning in the mid-2000s, Department of Utilities leaders wanted to give local youth opportunities in the trades professions to address a shortage of skilled trades workers. Over the past 20 years, several hundred students in grades 10-12 have been hired into the program to expose them to the unique career opportunities offered by Department of Utilities. Now the program hires both field (Utility Worker) and office (General Intern) positions. Students work alongside Department of Utilities professionals to learn some of the many facets that go into planning, building, operating, and maintaining a municipal water system within the City of Sacramento. The Department of Utilities has several General Intern positions for students who are motivated to work and interested in learning about municipal water systems management and how we get our drinking water. General Interns will be working in an office setting. In Business Services Division (BSD) Account Management handles utility customer billing and account issues. Students assigned to BSD Administration will work on a variety of tasks and projects affecting all sections of BSD (Customer Service, Financial Planning, Fiscal Operations, and Account Management). Students working in the Engineering Division will be assigned to one of three sections. Electrical Engineering is responsible for electrical and controls engineering related to the planning, design, project and construction management of water facilities. The Water Engineering section and Wastewater Engineering section design or oversee projects involving provision of potable water, and disposal of wastewater and sewage.
IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT
The ideal candidate will be friendly, courteous, and motivated to work and learn new skills.
The General Intern classification is a City-wide classification, designed to provide access to workforce services and employment opportunities. Duties performed will vary in scope of activity depending on the assigned department. Some positions may include a rotation (of duties) as the intern may be trained on more than one focus area, depending on the needs of the division/department.
Participants may only work in this classification in a part-time or full-time status for up to one calendar year. Incumbents will be limited-term employees; no regular permanent appointments will be made to this classification. General Interns will be used as a learning and development opportunity to help applicants enter, gain experience, and succeed in the workforce and will not be used in lieu of hiring regular City employees.
General Interns may be paid the following hourly rates depending on their work experience:
Hourly Rate*
Work Experience Level
Years of Experience
$16.50
Entry-Level/No Experience
0
$18.00
Some Experience
1-3
$20.00
Extensive Experience
4
Upon successful completion of 80 hours of work, the City may pay eligible employees a lump sum amount of $250.
Retention Incentive
Upon successful completion of 320 hours of work, the City shall pay eligible employees a lump sum amount of $500.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This classification is distinguished from the Student Trainee and Graduate Trainee classifications in that this program does not require the incumbent to be enrolled in an academic program in any capacity. It is distinguished from the Mayor Council Intern classification in that it is a citywide classification.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECEIVED
Immediate supervision may be provided by higher-level departmental or division personnel. General Interns may provide functional supervision to General Interns.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Depending upon assignment, typical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Knowledge of:
Must be 16 years of age or older. Beginning January 1, 2027, candidates must be at least 18 years of age to qualify for this program.
THE SELECTION PROCEDURE
Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox.
For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process:
Pension Reform Act
The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
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APPLICATION: I understand my application must meet the minimum qualifications for consideration of employment with the City of Sacramento. The experience I list in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section of the employment application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum qualifications as stated on the job announcement. A resume, responses to the supplemental questions requiring a narrative response, employment history listed elsewhere in the application or attachments will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section of the employment application. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). Please refer to the City of Sacramento's Applicant Resources Page for Screening Instructions: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment
To be considered for employment opportunities through the Department of Utilities Summer High School Student Program for both the Utility Worker and General Intern positions, I understand I must submit an application to each job posting.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE: The answers to the questions below will be reviewed by the hiring department along with the information provided in your employment application. Therefore, your answers must be consistent with your employment application information (especially in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections), must be unambiguous, and must contain sufficient but concise detail and organization. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of completing this Supplemental Questionnaire. Lack of clarity, incomplete or inconsistent information, and/or disorganized presentation may negatively affect the hiring department's review of your Supplemental Questionnaire. I understand and agree to the above instructions.
Will you be attending High School in the fall as either a Junior or Senior?
Please provide the following school information, if applicable: Name of High School currently attending, current grade level, last day of school, and return to school date. If not applicable, please put N/A.
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Available positions are in the following divisions/sections. Which, if any, of the following career areas interest you, and why? Engineering Division- Support the Wastewater and Water Capital Improvements Programs by performing project research, file organization, and various related tasks. Review construction “as-built” drawings and assist with edits and quality control checks. Learn AutoCAD basics and apply those skills to create a simple drawing to support a project. Conduct project site visits to support design and construction activities. Business Services Division (BSD)– Provide administrative research and support to the BSD manager and BSD units, including Fiscal Operations, Financial Planning, Customer Service, and Account Management. Examples of duties for these positions include, but are not limited to, assisting city staff with customer service and utility billing, assisting with simple data analytics, supporting Business Administration projects, learning new software such as Excel, Word, and SmartSheets, file organization, and supporting city staff with capturing and standardizing business processes.
THIS IS A LIMITED TERM POSITION
THIS JOB POSTING WILL AUTOMATICALLY CLOSE UPON THE RECEIPT OF 100 APPLICATIONS
OR
AT THE FINAL FILING DEADLINE, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.
To be considered for employment opportunities through the Department of Utilities Summer High School Student Program for both the Utility Worker and General Intern positions, a separate application must be submitted for each job posting.
Through the Department of Utilities Summer High School Student Program, the City of Sacramento Department of Utilities is committed to providing meaningful opportunities for youth to discover, explore, and develop careers in drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater. Beginning in the mid-2000s, Department of Utilities leaders wanted to give local youth opportunities in the trades professions to address a shortage of skilled trades workers. Over the past 20 years, several hundred students in grades 10-12 have been hired into the program to expose them to the unique career opportunities offered by Department of Utilities. Now the program hires both field (Utility Worker) and office (General Intern) positions. Students work alongside Department of Utilities professionals to learn some of the many facets that go into planning, building, operating, and maintaining a municipal water system within the City of Sacramento. The Department of Utilities has several General Intern positions for students who are motivated to work and interested in learning about municipal water systems management and how we get our drinking water. General Interns will be working in an office setting. In Business Services Division (BSD) Account Management handles utility customer billing and account issues. Students assigned to BSD Administration will work on a variety of tasks and projects affecting all sections of BSD (Customer Service, Financial Planning, Fiscal Operations, and Account Management). Students working in the Engineering Division will be assigned to one of three sections. Electrical Engineering is responsible for electrical and controls engineering related to the planning, design, project and construction management of water facilities. The Water Engineering section and Wastewater Engineering section design or oversee projects involving provision of potable water, and disposal of wastewater and sewage.
IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT
The ideal candidate will be friendly, courteous, and motivated to work and learn new skills.
The General Intern classification is a City-wide classification, designed to provide access to workforce services and employment opportunities. Duties performed will vary in scope of activity depending on the assigned department. Some positions may include a rotation (of duties) as the intern may be trained on more than one focus area, depending on the needs of the division/department.
Participants may only work in this classification in a part-time or full-time status for up to one calendar year. Incumbents will be limited-term employees; no regular permanent appointments will be made to this classification. General Interns will be used as a learning and development opportunity to help applicants enter, gain experience, and succeed in the workforce and will not be used in lieu of hiring regular City employees.
General Interns may be paid the following hourly rates depending on their work experience:
Hourly Rate*
Work Experience Level
Years of Experience
$16.50
Entry-Level/No Experience
0
$18.00
Some Experience
1-3
$20.00
Extensive Experience
4
- General Interns do not receive step increases.
Upon successful completion of 80 hours of work, the City may pay eligible employees a lump sum amount of $250.
Retention Incentive
Upon successful completion of 320 hours of work, the City shall pay eligible employees a lump sum amount of $500.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This classification is distinguished from the Student Trainee and Graduate Trainee classifications in that this program does not require the incumbent to be enrolled in an academic program in any capacity. It is distinguished from the Mayor Council Intern classification in that it is a citywide classification.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECEIVED
Immediate supervision may be provided by higher-level departmental or division personnel. General Interns may provide functional supervision to General Interns.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Depending upon assignment, typical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Perform a variety of fundamental duties in various divisions of the employing department.
- Provide basic assistance in research projects, special reports, data collection, and programmatic problem-solving.
- Gather, compile, tabulate, and report statistical data.
- Acquire working knowledge of department practices, procedures, equipment, and organizational systems.
- Respond to community inquires and complaints.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
Knowledge of:
- Simple research and statistical methods.
- Basic knowledge of case management methods.
- English usage, spelling, and punctuation.
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Collect, compile, analyze, and interpret statistical data.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, the general public, and others contacted in the course of work.
- Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Must be 16 years of age or older. Beginning January 1, 2027, candidates must be at least 18 years of age to qualify for this program.
THE SELECTION PROCEDURE
Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox.
- Application: (Pass/Fail) – All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application to the Employment Office by the final filing deadline:
- Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted.
- Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified:
- If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week).
- If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section.
- Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position.
- Supplemental Questionnaire: (Pass/Fail) – In addition to the City of Sacramento employment application, all applicants must complete and submit online responses to the supplemental questionnaire:
- Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaire will not be accepted.
- Incomplete supplemental questionnaire will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed.
- A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire.
- Possession of the minimum qualifications is not necessarily a guarantee of further advancement in the selection process.
- Screening Committee: (Pass/Fail)– All applications received by the final filing deadline will be forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department.
- Interview Process: Human Resources will forward applications to the hiring department. Those determined to be the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an interview process.
- Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass Live Scan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment.
For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process:
- Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuidefor a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process.
- For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627.
- Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment;
- Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org; or
- Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726
Pension Reform Act
The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
01
APPLICATION: I understand my application must meet the minimum qualifications for consideration of employment with the City of Sacramento. The experience I list in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section of the employment application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum qualifications as stated on the job announcement. A resume, responses to the supplemental questions requiring a narrative response, employment history listed elsewhere in the application or attachments will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section of the employment application. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). Please refer to the City of Sacramento's Applicant Resources Page for Screening Instructions: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment
- Yes
To be considered for employment opportunities through the Department of Utilities Summer High School Student Program for both the Utility Worker and General Intern positions, I understand I must submit an application to each job posting.
- Yes
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE: The answers to the questions below will be reviewed by the hiring department along with the information provided in your employment application. Therefore, your answers must be consistent with your employment application information (especially in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections), must be unambiguous, and must contain sufficient but concise detail and organization. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of completing this Supplemental Questionnaire. Lack of clarity, incomplete or inconsistent information, and/or disorganized presentation may negatively affect the hiring department's review of your Supplemental Questionnaire. I understand and agree to the above instructions.
- Yes
Will you be attending High School in the fall as either a Junior or Senior?
- Yes
- No
Please provide the following school information, if applicable: Name of High School currently attending, current grade level, last day of school, and return to school date. If not applicable, please put N/A.
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Available positions are in the following divisions/sections. Which, if any, of the following career areas interest you, and why? Engineering Division- Support the Wastewater and Water Capital Improvements Programs by performing project research, file organization, and various related tasks. Review construction “as-built” drawings and assist with edits and quality control checks. Learn AutoCAD basics and apply those skills to create a simple drawing to support a project. Conduct project site visits to support design and construction activities. Business Services Division (BSD)– Provide administrative research and support to the BSD manager and BSD units, including Fiscal Operations, Financial Planning, Customer Service, and Account Management. Examples of duties for these positions include, but are not limited to, assisting city staff with customer service and utility billing, assisting with simple data analytics, supporting Business Administration projects, learning new software such as Excel, Word, and SmartSheets, file organization, and supporting city staff with capturing and standardizing business processes.
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