MANAGEMENT AIDE (INTERN II) INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

Salary : $19.30 - $23.48 Hourly

Location : Torrance, CA

Job Type : Recurrent Regular Part-time (30-39 hrs / wk)

Job Number : 24090971

Department : Varies

Opening Date : 09 / 19 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

DESCRIPTION

WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE APPLICANTS TO READ THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT IN

ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION.

REVISED : First review of the applications has been extended to those received by Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at noon.

The City of Torrance is currently accepting applications for the Management Aide (Intern II) Internship Program!

Management Aide

The City of Torrance Management Aide is an entry-level position for current graduate college students or recent graduates in a Master's degree program, with six months of paid or unpaid experience in the public sector.

Management Aides assist with assignments ranging from routine administrative tasks to more complex and varied professional, confidential and specialized assignments. This internship provides a unique opportunity for experiential learning and valuable experience in public service by working with constituents, conducting community outreach efforts, research / surveys, report writing, data compilation, oral presentations, and analysis.

For more information on the City's Management Aide / Assistant Program (MAP) Internship Programs,

Office of the City Manager

The Management Aide in the Office of the City Manager works closely with executive and management staff in a number of areas including council agenda preparation; community relations; economic development and land use; City Council relations; legislation; and community outreach efforts.

The Management Aide may also have the opportunity to gain experience in other City Departments, based on interest and availability.

Preferred Field of Study : Public Policy, Public Administration and Business Administration, Finance, or related field.

Hours : The Management Aide for the Office of the City Manager assignment is expected to commit 30-35 hours per week, and must attend Tuesday night Council meetings, which start at 6 : 30 p.m. Evenings are required as needed.

For more information on the Office of the City Manager, .

QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES

How to qualify for the internship :

The Management Aide is an entry-level position for recent graduates of a Bachelor's program, current graduate students, and recent graduates of a Master's program in Public Administration, Public Policy, Business Administration, Finance, or related field, with six months of experience in a public sector setting and an interest in pursuing a career in public administration.

Ideal Candidate for ALL assignments :

In addition to the above requirements, the most successful candidate will possess the following :

• Well organized, self starter who can work with minimum supervision;
• Demonstrate an understanding of principles and practices of office management and equipment;
• Excellent oral and written skills and the ability to understand and follow complex written and oral instructions;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the public;

Desire to gain experience in the public sector and may be considering a career in local government; and

Someone who is eager to learn and is flexible in taking on various assignments.

HOW TO APPLY & EXAM PROCESS

If you're ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role and grow in your professional career, we invite you to apply for the Management Aide Internship Program.

Here's how to apply :

Interested candidates must submit an online application, supplemental questionnaire, and resume at www.TorranceCA.Gov / Jobs . Applications without all required attachments will not be reviewed.

Application submissions will be accepted on a continuous basis until the position is filled.

REVISED : First review of the applications has been extended to those received by Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at noon.

Panel Interview : Weighted 100% (Revised Tentatively scheduled for Friday, October 25, 2024)

The tentative test date(s) will be based on a sufficient number of qualified applications received by the first review date. If a sufficient number of applications are not received by the first review date, there is the possibility that the test date may change to a later date.

Only those candidates who best meet the City and Department's needs will be invited to an interview.

SPECIAL NOTES

Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact Human Resources prior to the examination date(s). If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (310) 618-2967 before the test date.

As a condition of employment, candidates must pass an employment and criminal history background check.

The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

City of Torrance Inclusion Statement

The City of Torrance is a welcoming and culturally-rich community. As a pillar of public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a talented workforce where people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, religions, and lifestyles are valued. Our mission is to create an inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and contribute towards making a positive impact.

The City is an equal opportunity employer and works towards building collaborative teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and / or local law. Come join us to help cultivate a workplace that welcomes and celebrates the diversity of our employees!

BENEFIT SUMMARY FOR CERTAIN PART TIME HOURLY EMPLOYEES

Note : Not all benefits listed may be applicable to all positions with in the unit. Please refer to the MOU for specifics.

Health Insurance (Sec. 4.4)

Employee working more than 30 hours per week on a regular basis over 12 months will receive City paid one-party part-time health coverage ($372.62).

Retirement (sec. 3.1)

Only applicable to Stage Manager, Theater Technician, Facility Operations Attendant, Senior Facility Operations Attendant and Juvenile Counseling Intern.

PERS 2%@55

City pays 7% EPMC.

New employees hired on or after 11 / 1 / 1992 pay the 7% employee contribution.

PERS 2%@62

New" members hired on or after 1 / 1 / 2013 pay 50% of normal cost with three year average final compensation.

Holidays (Sec 3.3)

Senior Aides : Four (4) hours per paid holiday

Environmental Aides : Eight (8) hours per paid holiday

New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday, Lincoln's birthday, Washington's birthday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day, The day after Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year's Eve).

Stage Manager, Theater Technician, Facility Operations Attendant, Sr. Facility Operations Attendant, Box Office Attendant and Sr. Box Office Attendant : shall receive four (4) hours holiday pay for Christmas Day, New Years Day and Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday.

Juvenile Counseling Intern, Cable TV Writer, Cable TV Production Assistant : receive no holiday pay

Bereavement Leave (sec 3.4)

Up to five (5) work shifts of bereavement leave; three (3) shifts with pay and two (2) shifts without pay per death of eligible family members

Shoe Allowance (Sec. 3.7)

Senior Aides, Facility Operations Attendants, Sr. Facility Operations Attendants, Theater Technicians : Allowance of $82.50 each 6 months of employment (paid June and December), for those assignments requiring the wearing of safety shoes.

The following supplemental questions will be used to evaluate your qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Please read each question carefully and provide a thorough and complete response. Do NOT state "see resume" or "see application" to respond to any of the following questions. Failure to respond to all questions will be considered an incomplete application and may not be considered for further processing. Do you understand the foregoing?

Are you a recent graduate of a Bachelor's program?

If yes, please specify the degree(s) you possess, the major course of study, and the date of graduation.

Are you a recent graduate of a Master's program?

If yes, please specify the degree(s) you possess, the major course of study, and the date of graduation.

Are you a current Master's student?

If yes, please specify the major course of study, number of units you have completed, and indicate whether your units are semester or quarter units.

How many years of public sector experience do you have?

What interests you about the Torrance community and what can you contribute as a Management Aide?

Have you attached all required documents (i.e. resume) to your application?

Required Question

Salary : $19 - $23