Clerk's Office Intern

Position Summary

Incumbent in this position performs a variety of tasks within the agency or division assigned to. Incumbent in this position follows the knowledge of established policies and procedures, which controls most of their actions. Extremely limited independent judgment is utilized. Position reports to the Agency or Division.

Flexible Schedule Monday-Friday, up to 37.5 hours per week. Focus Areas: Finance; Records/Archives; Criminal, Civil, & Family Courts; Public Outreach

Agency Summary

The purpose and mission of the City of Indianapolis and Marion County is to be productive, collaborative, and compliant in our work environment in order for our workforce to meet the needs of the constituents of Indianapolis and Marion County.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Indianapolis Marion County is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. We value diversity in perspectives and experiences among colleagues and the residents of this city of whom we serve.

Position Responsibilities

• Understands the overall concept of the agency or division including customers, agency goals, and all other aspects of service
• Rotates through divisions and provides help where needed or is assigned
• Engages with customers or clients and provides services requested by the agency or division
• Provides suggestions to management for improving internal processes
• Learns and becomes proficient on internal software systems and assists in creating reports
• Fulfilling tasks set out by management from several agencies or divisions
• Attending meetings, taking minutes, and performing research at a supervisor's request
• Gains practical experience with a wide variety of tasks and activities within the agency or division
• Receives shadowing, mentoring, and training opportunities with seasoned professionals
• Accepts designated, business-focus projects to research, propose ideas and solutions, and present final project during the internship
• Responds and resolves most questions and issues referring more complex items to the next level
• Must maintain confidentiality at all times
  
  

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.

Qualifications

Majoring in Architecture, Business, Finance, Economics, Human Resources, Marketing, Procurement, or another major field of study. Must be proficient in Microsoft office, have an aptitude for mathematic, basic understanding of accounting and financial principles, pays diligence to details, with the ability to multitask. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.