Salary: $17.25 Hourly
Location : Burbank, CA
Job Type: Temporary
Job Number: 240977B1-B
Department: Management Services
Opening Date: 01/01/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Definition
Hiring for this position will focus on high school students and recent high school graduates who are 18 - 21 years of age.

When applying for the BEST Program, you MUST attach your resume, and cover letter at time of submittal.
Under close supervision, to learn and perform a wide variety of office and field maintenance work; and to do related work as required.
Essential Functions
Learn and apply progressively higher skills and independent performance of a variety of trades and careers, including parks and landscape maintenance, public works maintenance, recreation and technical fields, office services, library services, and safety services through on-the-job instruction and training.
Minimum Qualifications
Employment Standards:
Skill in translating knowledge learned to on-the-job performance of assigned tasks; interacting and communicating tactfully and effectively with a culturally diverse population; discerning potentially dangerous situations; making independent judgments and decisions based upon standard policy or procedures appropriate to the level of training and instruction received. Ability to learn, comprehend, and apply on-the-job instructions; follow directions; safely operate motor vehicle with appropriate DMV licenses; read, write, and communicate at an appropriate level; establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, and the public; perform essential functions.
Education/Training: At least eighteen (18) years of age.
Licenses & Certificates: Valid work permit and a valid California Class "C" Driver's License or equivalent may be required at time of appointment if employee is sixteen (16) years of age or older.
Supplemental Information
A valid California Class "C" driver's license or equivalent may be required at time of appointment.
This job title is represented by the Burbank City Employees' Association (BCEA)
The City of Burbank offers excellent employee benefits, please click on the following link for additional information regarding employee benefits: https://www.burbankca.gov/web/management-services/employee-benefits
Additionally, there are Benefit Summary Sheets for each represented and unrepresented employee group that provide a more detailed summary of benefits. There are also some Benefit Summary Sheets for specific job titles. To access the Benefit Summary Sheets, please click here: https://www.burbankca.gov/web/management-services/benefits-summary-sheets
Please note, employee benefits vary based on employment status - full-time or part-time; regular or temporary, and many benefits are not applicable to temporary employees.
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Please include full name:
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What is your age? (to participate in the BEST Program you must be ages 18 - 21)
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What is your date of birth? (mm/dd/yyyy)
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What school are you currently attending?
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What grade are you currently in?

• 7th grade
• 8th grade
• 9th grade
• 10th grade
• 11th grade
• 12th grade
• In college

06

Do you have reliable transportation to & from work?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you speak any languages besides English? Please list all of the languages and skill level of each: Basic, inermediate, fluent. If this does not apply to you, please type "None"Language:Skill Level: Language:Skill Level:
08

What are your future career goals?
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Have you completed any volunteer/ service learning hours?

• Yes
• No

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Where did you volunteer?
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How many volunteer hours have you completed?
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What skills did you gain from those hours? (Communication, teamwork, following directions, office equipment, etc.)
13

Have you ever worked for the City of Burbank before?

• Yes
• No

14

Do you have experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook? If so, indicate your skill level: beginner, intermediate, expert. If this does not apply to you, please indicate none. Word: Excel: Outlook:
15

Have you ever had a job before? Where?
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What skills did you learn?
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Do you enjoy working with: (Please rank in order, #1 as your first choice, #2 second choice...)Automotive: Computers:Animals: Children/Kids:Basic Office Work:Nature:Library:Sports:
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What is your favorite class in school:
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Will you be enrolled in sports or other school activities during summer BEST session (June 6 - August 31st)?
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PLEASE NOTE: If you are applying for the BEST Program, you must complete the following two questions, be between the ages of 18 - 21, and attach a cover letter, resume, and letter of recommendation to your application. Completion of these questions is required for you to be considered for the BEST Program. Please answer each question in one or two paragraphs. PLEASE NOTE: YOU MUST HAVE PRIOR WORK EXPERIENCE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE BEST PROGRAM BEST Program Question #1 - The BEST Program is administered by the City of Burbank. Both, Burbank's City Council and the Burbank community have made a strong commitment to developing youth in our community. How have you contributed to your community? How will you continue to give back to the Burbank community (i.e. through community involvement, volunteer work, leadership, etc.)?
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BEST Program Question #2 - It takes a lot of time and effort on our part to cultivate relationships with the businesses in our community who participate in the BEST Program. Please tell us why you would be a good candidate to represent the BEST Program and ensure the program's success.
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I understand that all requested information must be furnished on the application itself. Resumes and/or attachments may be included, but CANNOT BE SUBSTITUTED for a completed application form. A resume submitted in lieu of an application will not be sufficient. Furthermore, "See resume" is not an acceptable response under Duties. An application containing this response may be deemed incomplete. If I do not provide information on my application under Education, Experience, and/or License and Certificates sections that I meet the minimum qualifications for the position I am applying for, I will be deemed "not qualified" and may not proceed in the recruitment.

• YES

Required Question