2024 Summer Student - City Manager Intern (Paid)
Salary
$15.00 Hourly
Location
Roanoke, VA
Job Type
Intern
Job Number
02536
Department
Department of Human Resources
Division
Human Resources
Opening Date
01/22/2024
Closing Date
3/31/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
• Description
• Benefits
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Description Recognized as a top employer for interns by the Virginia Talent and Opportunity Partnership (V-TOP), a partnership between the Virginia Chamber Foundation, the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV), and the Virginia Business Higher Education Council (VBHEC).
The City Manager's Student Intern is a paid internship program designed for graduate or advanced degree student who are interested in pursuing a career in public service, learning about U.S. local government processes, and/or applying academic knowledge and skills in a practical manner within various public service professions.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
• Assist the Assistant to the City Manager and City Manager in partner/stakeholder analysis and evaluation.
• Prepare program reports on various Council Member initiatives (including the Mayor and City Manager).
• Assist budget management teams in producing budget documents, and carrying out financial analysis and planning.
• Assist in building partnerships with stakeholders and the public on different community wide programs and activities.
• Assist Director Finance in carrying out research and analysis on billing and collection related issues being faced by the public, and devise strategies to overcome them to improve service and delivery.
• Attend City Council meetings and community meetings to collect feedback from the public on various issues.
• Perform a variety of tasks, including project management activities, in carrying out the direction of the City Manager on a wide range of municipal issues.
• Assist the City Manager and Assistant City Managers in working with designated departments towards the achievement of departmental objectives and the objectives of the City government as a whole.
• Carry out other program and budget management related duties as required.
REQUIREMENTS/PREFERENCES
Education:
Currently in a Masters or PhD. Program. Public Administration, Public Policy or related field of study is preferred.
Good Academic Standing with at least a 2.5 grade point average on a 4.0 rating scale.
Certifications:
May require valid Virginia driver's license with good driving record
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to apply coursework to City of Roanoke programs or projects.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing to a variety of audiences
• Ability to organize a variety of assignments simultaneously to meet deadlines
• A working knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Additional Requirements:
Subject to a complete criminal history background check and pass a drug screen with acceptable results. May be subject to DMV driving record review as required by amount of work related driving, specified by support responsibilities.
The City of Roanoke is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA/M/F/Disability Employer.
To elevate the performance of the organization, we are committed to respecting, celebrating, and embracing the collective mixture of differences and similarities between our employees as a rich tapestry. Our behaviors will demonstrate open communication, and we will seek opportunities to learn, recognizing and rewarding actions that promote acceptance while suspending judgment. By doing this, we will foster an inclusive, open work environment that delivers excellent service and creates a more vibrant and inviting community.
This is a non-exempt position.
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01
Are you at least 18 years old?
• Yes
• No
02
Name and Location of High School?
03
Name and Location of College?
04
Major or Degree Program?
05
Interns with the City of Roanoke must meet one of the following criteria. Please select which applies to you. ***Associate Degree students/graduates must be planning to pursue a bachelor degree in similar field of study.
• Student in final semester or equivalent of Associate Degree program***
• Recent Associate Degree graduate***
• Rising Junior of Bachelor Degree program
• Rising Senior of Bachelor Degree program
• Recent Bachelor Degree graduate
• Graduate Student
06
Please list any relevant coursework you have completed.
07
Would this internship be for credit?
• Yes
• No
08
If this internship is for credit, how many hours are required in total?
09
The City of Roanoke Internship program offers students and graduates a hands-on experience within various departments and divisions. Please list those in which you would be interested. A complete list can be found on the City's website at www.roanokeva.gov.
10
Please list any additional information you think would help us evaluate your application including training, seminars, workshops, achievements, and/or specialized skills.
11
Please explain your interest in an internship with the City of Roanoke in 100 words or less.
12
Please note that all intern applicants are subject to a criminal background check for any convictions that relate to the duties and responsibilities of the internship. Have you ever been terminated or forced to resign from any employment, academic, or volunteer position?
• Yes
• No
13
If yes to Question 12, please explain.
Required Question
Agency City of Roanoke, Virginia
Address 215 Church Avenue S.W. Rm 212
Roanoke, Virginia, 24011
Phone 540-853-2231
Website http://roanokeva.gov/jobs
Description Recognized as a top employer for interns by the Virginia Talent and Opportunity Partnership (V-TOP), a partnership between the Virginia Chamber Foundation, the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV), and the Virginia Business Higher Education Council (VBHEC).
The City Manager's Student Intern is a paid internship program designed for graduate or advanced degree student who are interested in pursuing a career in public service, learning about U.S. local government processes, and/or applying academic knowledge and skills in a practical manner within various public service professions.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
• Assist the Assistant to the City Manager and City Manager in partner/stakeholder analysis and evaluation.
• Prepare program reports on various Council Member initiatives (including the Mayor and City Manager).
• Assist budget management teams in producing budget documents, and carrying out financial analysis and planning.
• Assist in building partnerships with stakeholders and the public on different community wide programs and activities.
• Assist Director Finance in carrying out research and analysis on billing and collection related issues being faced by the public, and devise strategies to overcome them to improve service and delivery.
• Attend City Council meetings and community meetings to collect feedback from the public on various issues.
• Perform a variety of tasks, including project management activities, in carrying out the direction of the City Manager on a wide range of municipal issues.
• Assist the City Manager and Assistant City Managers in working with designated departments towards the achievement of departmental objectives and the objectives of the City government as a whole.
• Carry out other program and budget management related duties as required.
REQUIREMENTS/PREFERENCES
Education:
Currently in a Masters or PhD. Program. Public Administration, Public Policy or related field of study is preferred.
Good Academic Standing with at least a 2.5 grade point average on a 4.0 rating scale.
Certifications:
May require valid Virginia driver's license with good driving record
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to apply coursework to City of Roanoke programs or projects.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing to a variety of audiences
• Ability to organize a variety of assignments simultaneously to meet deadlines
• A working knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Additional Requirements:
Subject to a complete criminal history background check and pass a drug screen with acceptable results. May be subject to DMV driving record review as required by amount of work related driving, specified by support responsibilities.
The City of Roanoke is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA/M/F/Disability Employer.
To elevate the performance of the organization, we are committed to respecting, celebrating, and embracing the collective mixture of differences and similarities between our employees as a rich tapestry. Our behaviors will demonstrate open communication, and we will seek opportunities to learn, recognizing and rewarding actions that promote acceptance while suspending judgment. By doing this, we will foster an inclusive, open work environment that delivers excellent service and creates a more vibrant and inviting community.
This is a non-exempt position.