What are the responsibilities and job description for the Government Affairs Intern position at Harris County?
Working At Harris County Precinct 4:
You will be surrounded by team members who bring “heart, hustle, and higher standards” to work each day. These leaders advance opportunity and justice as they deliver services to and advocate for the residents of Harris County. The team you will be joining is innovative, dynamic, and forward-looking.
Compliance Intern Overview:
Precinct 4 Forward Internship Program (P4FIP), is an 9-week paid summer internship for students with a passion for serving others.
We’ve designed our program to expose students to career opportunities with Harris County and apply what they have learned in the classroom to hands-on projects. P4FIP provides students the chance to bridge the gap between academic understanding and practical professional experience. Students from all schools, and students who identify with a group that is historically underrepresented, including but not limited to Black, Hispanic, Native American, students with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Interns will create a community to help support their personal and professional development throughout the summer as they launch their career. Interns will work with a mentor, form relationships with other interns, and engage our Senior Leadership Team.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist in the development of organizational policies and procedures.
- Participate in cross functional projects.
- Assist with the implementation of operating strategies, plans, internal
controls, guidelines, and procedures for activities under the guidance of senior staff. - Study and analyze information about alternative courses of action to determine which plan will offer the best outcomes.
- Gather organizational performance information.
- Compile data or documentation.
- Create, maintain, and enter information into databases.
- Compose, type, and distribute meeting notes, routine correspondence, or reports, such as presentations or expense, statistical, or monthly reports.
- Perform administrative or clerical tasks.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net
Internship Requirements:
- Currently enrolled in an educational institution and working towards an undergraduate degree in Business, Economics, Political Science, Public Administration, or a related field.
- Strong desire to work in government management,
- Proficiency in Microsoft software applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Share Point.
- Knowledge of business and management principles
- Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to summarize and communicate key takeaways to diverse, nontechnical audiences.
- Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize competing projects.
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
- Resident of Harris County Precinct 4 (preferred)
Position Type, Salary and Typical Hours of Work:
Regular | Internship
Harris County employees and interns receive a competitive salary.
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
- Sedentary Work: The role involves sitting and working at a desk or computer for extended periods.
- Desk and Computer Work: Primarily perform tasks involving desk work, utilizing computers and various software applications to execute communication plans and initiatives.
- Flexibility: Be adaptable to the demands of crisis communications planning and execution, responding effectively to shifting priorities and time-sensitive situations.
Featured Benefits:
Harris County employees receive a competitive salary plus medical, dental, and vision insurance at no cost to the employee after the first two months of full-time continued employment. Vacation, sick-time, and floating holidays allow our employees to recharge and balance work and personal time. Mandatory participation in our retirement program allows employees to save for retirement. Various other benefits and discounts lead to the satisfaction and engagement of our employees.
HARRIS COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.
Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
Salary : $20,800
