What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2025 Summer Youth Employment Opportunity (SYEO) position at City of Little Rock, AR?
The City of Little Rock provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. City of Little Rock complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every work location. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Job Objective & Safety/Security Sensitive Designation
The Summer Youth Employment Opportunity (SYEO) provides City of Little Rock's youth between the ages of 16-21 (Youth Interns) with paid summer employment, including training, for up to six weeks during the summer months. SYEO also provides training on job readiness, career exploration, financial literacy and opportunities to continue educational and social growth. Applicants must be at least 16 years old and no older than 21 by June 2, 2025.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This year's Summer Youth Employment Opportunity (SYEO) job placements will only be offered to applicants who successfully complete the onboarding process. Placement will be on a first-come, first-served basis, so please make sure to read all instructions and supplemental questions carefully to complete your application correctly.
This position is not designated as a safety/security sensitive position and is not subject to random drug and alcohol screening.
Essential Functions
Successful applicants will be responsible for a variety of general labor related functions (clerical, maintenance, etc.)
Minimum Qualifications, Additional Requirements and Supervisory Responsibilities
Applicants interested in being considered for SYEO Intern positions must meet the following requirements:
- Be a verified resident of the City of Little Rock.
- Be between the ages of 16 and 21 (Youth Interns) — applicants must be at least 16 years old and no older than 21 by June 2, 2025.
General Communication and Contact Information Updates:
The City of Little Rock will primarily communicate with you via email. Please ensure that your contact email is correct and valid to receive important updates.
Note To Parents: Please ensure that the program participant (youth) completes the application and the supplemental questions. One key purpose of this program is to teach the participant how to apply for a job, participate in training and develop work skills.
Disclaimer: This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The City of Little Rock reserves the right to close this announcement at any time, without prior notice.
Application Requirements
- Only Online Applications Accepted
- Applicants may check the status of their application by logging into their account; therefore, applicants should keep their Username and Password available for this purpose.
- You may check your NeoGov inbox to review all notices sent to the email address associated with your application
- It is important that you have access to a valid and working email address in order to ensure that you receive updated information. DO NOT USE SCHOOL EMAIL
Regular part-time employees who work 1,500 hours shall receive six (6) days of Sick Leave upon the completion of the 1,500 hours. If unused, this Sick Leave shall be allowed to accumulate to a maximum of fifteen (15) days (120 hours). Regular, full-time non-probationary employees who transfer to Regular, part-time positions will receive credit for the previous year's service for purposes of Sick Leave accrual and may carry over accrued Sick Leave accrual up to the maximum noted above.
Regular part-time employees who were in pay status (vacation, sick leave, or actual hours worked) for at least 1,500 hours during the year shall receive the following Vacation Leave:
Up to 10 years of service (40 hrs.) = 5 days per year
10 years or more (60 hrs.) = 7-1/2 days per year
