JOB
The City of San Fernando is seeking a responsible, dedicated and motivated student or recent graduate to become a Management Intern in our Community Development Department.
Under direct supervision, assists management, professional, and technical staff in performing specialized administrative and/or technical tasks in addition to receiving training; conducts studies and prepares reports on various administrative problems and functional programs as assigned; performs other related duties as required.
IMPORTANT & ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The duties listed in this bulletin are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.
The complete job specification may be found here: SFCITY.
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Assist in the preparation and/or revisions of manuals, written reports, proposals, procedures, and memoranda.
May conduct field investigations, create spreadsheets, prepare maps, and graphics as required.
Follows up on a variety of matters concerning citizen inquires, and provides assistance to resolve complaints, or refers to appropriate authority.
Assists the public on the phone or at the public counter.
May assist in the daily administration of current and advanced planning and urban design.
May assist in viewing plans with City Planners.
Gather, compile, and organize data to prepare comprehensive reports, including graphs and charts, summarized findings, and presentation as directed.
Maintains confidentiality of privileged information with a high level of integrity and ethics.
JOB-RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge Of:
Municipal government operations and organization.
Basic statistics, research and report writing techniques.
Modern computer applications including Microsoft Windows software (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) computerized financial systems, and modern accounting software.
Various computer systems protocols and administrative rules regarding access, use and dissemination of data contained in various computer systems.
Proper English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
General office practices and procedures, including recordkeeping and filing.
Principles and practices of exemplary customer service and telephone etiquette.
Pertinent local, state and federal rules, regulations and laws.
City Personnel Rules, safety policies and safe work practices applicable to the work.
Ability To:
Learn, understand, interpret, and apply laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
Prepare clear, accurate and grammatically correct written reports.
Research complex issues; analyze and make sound recommendations.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Understand and follow written/oral instructions.
Use tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive and complex issues, situations and concerned people.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Maintain highly confidential information.
Understand and speak Spanish is highly desirable.
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES
A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities would be the following:
Experience:
Graduation from High School and current enrollment in, or recent graduation from an accredited college or university is required.
Currently enrolled undergraduate students must demonstrate that they have completed a minimum of 36 semester units.
Maintain a satisfactory academic standing in designated college courses in a field appropriate, such as Urban Planning, Business or Public administration, Engineering, or related field.
Special Requirements:
Must possess and maintain a valid California Class C Driver License, and maintain insurability under the City’s vehicle insurance program during the course of employment with the City.
May be required to work various shifts as needed.
Physical Abilities & Environmental Conditions:
Ability to sit, walk and stand; required to talk and hear in person and by telephone; reach with hands/arms; feel and handle objects using hands and fingers; operate tools or controls using hands and fingers; perform repetitive movements with hands and wrists; frequently required to lift up to 10 pounds unaided; Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
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