Special Events Intern

This internship will be 20 Hours per week for 24 weeks

• Assists in coordinating special events and providing directions to participants. Works collaboratively with the City Administration, other divisions, volunteers and committees.
• Assists in community engagement and coordinating volunteers for projects in the City of Kenosha Parks.
• Answers telephone and receives inquiries and/or complaints, providing information based on considerable knowledge of programs and activities, or referring callers to appropriate personnel, as necessary; routes messages for Department personnel, as necessary.
• Greets citizens, visitors or customers and directs to proper unit or provides customer service; provides specific information and assistance related to programs or services provided by the assigned area.
• Utilizes computerized data entry equipment and various word processing, spreadsheet and/or file maintenance programs to enter, store and/or retrieve information as requested or otherwise necessary; summarizes data in preparation of standardized reports.
• Types material from typed or handwritten copy, which requires the use of a variety of standardized formats for preparing correspondence, reports, schedules, records, minutes, etc.; assumes responsibility for correctness of spelling, punctuation, grammar and format.

• Currently enrolled in an accredited university studying Communications, Public Relations, Business or a related field.
• Must have keyboard skills and proficiency with a varied range of computer application programs.
• Must be able to type at a rate consistent with departmental needs.
• Must be able to type at a rate consistent with departmental needs.
• Must be able to work some evenings and weekends.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Good public relations skills: the ability to work independently under close supervision.
• Considerable skill in oral and written communication.
• Considerable skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, government officials, community organizations and the general public.
• Initiative, attention to detail, tact, courtesy, good judgment, and thoroughness.
• Considerable computer and electronic communication skills.
• Ability to handle reasonably necessary stress.

Physical Requirements

• Task involves some physical effort: some standing and walking, or frequent light lifting (5 - 10 pounds); or minimal dexterity in the use of fingers, limbs, or body in the operation of shop or office equipment.
• The task may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard.

Environmental Requirements

• The task is regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

Sensory Requirements

• Task requires sound perception and discrimination.
• Task requires visual perception and discrimination.
• Task requires oral communications ability.

Other Requirements

• Possession of a valid driver's license and a good driving record.
• May be required to provide a personal vehicle for use on the job.

The City will analyze the applicant's education, training, and experience. Written, oral and/or proficiency exams may be required to establish eligibility.  The City of Kenosha reserves the right to further evaluate only those applicants who best meet the needs of the City.

Salary : $17