Summer STEPS Student Intern - Parks Operations

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Summer STEPS Student Intern - Parks Operations

Salary

$18.00 - $21.00 Hourly

Location

West Sacramento, CA

Job Type

Temp

Job Number

2024-00029

Department

PARKS & RECREATION

Division

PARKS/RECREATION-PARK MAINT

Opening Date

04/08/2024

Closing Date

4/28/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

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An official City of West Sacramento application form must be filled out, in its entirety. It is the applicant's responsibility to explain their qualifications fully and clearly. In addition, applicants must submit a resume and complete the required supplemental questionnaire (if applicable). Incomplete information on the application, resume and/or supplemental questionnaire may be cause for disqualification. Application packages will be reviewed and screened for qualifications. Additional screening criteria will be developed based on the supplemental questionnaire (if applicable).

The City of West Sacramento is thrilled to launch a paid summer internship program specifically designed for students seeking to bridge the gap between academic study and practical work experience. This opportunity allows us to invest in the future leaders of our community while demonstrating the potential for impactful careers in local government.

Over the course of an intensive eight-week program from June 17 - August 9, 24-30 hours per week, interns will gain unparalleled exposure to the inner workings of city administration, experiencing firsthand the power of public service. But this isn't just about observation - our interns will be actively involved in meaningful projects that align with their academic majors, making tangible contributions to our community.

Our aim is to provide each intern with a clear, positive image of public service, and to highlight how rewarding a career in local government can be. We believe that through this hands-on experience, students will not only develop a deeper understanding of how city governments operate but also see how they can play an integral part in shaping the future of their community.

Invest in your future and serve your community this summer. Apply today for the City of West Sacramento's Student Summer Internship Program and embark on an enriching journey of professional growth and civic engagement.

Are you interested in a rewarding career located in a vibrant riverfront community? West Sacramento is centrally located in Northern California and recognized as a leader in the region and a growing center of commerce and development. The West Sacramento Parks and Recreation Department consists of four separate functions: a Parks Division, Recreation Division, Early Learning Services and Tree Program. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a dynamic and innovative team that is committed to the Department mission of “Parks Make Life Better”.

The Student Intern position reports to the Parks Superintendent and will serve a key role in helping to grow the Parks Operations Department by gathering data and building inventories of our growing and ever-changing City Parks, that will help in the planning of department needs and potential future projects for many years to come. This position has the potential to work with numerous departments, agencies, the local communities, and other groups daily while performing their daily tasks and responsibilities. It is planned for this position to work in between 24 - 30 hours weekly, likely in a Tuesday through Thursday weekly schedule, although workdays have the potential for flexibility. This is not a remote position, as the work that the Student Intern will be helping with on a daily basis will require in person tasks and responsibilities.

This internship opportunity will require a commitment of 6-8 weeks of the schedule outlined above, in an effort to hit the departments goals of developing and building detailed inventories and assessments of parks infrastructure/amenities, fleet and equipment details, and helping with the day-to-day administrative needs of the department.

This position works daily with numerous department and City partners, focused on gathering data to build inventories and assessments of parks infrastructure/amenities, fleet and equipment details, and helping with the day-to-day administrative needs of the department. While this position reports directly to the Parks Superintendent and other supervisors in the Parks Division, this position has the potential to communicate, interact, coordinate, plan, and take joint direction from multiple other City Departments and/or groups. The daily work of this position requires an individual who is a self-starter, can work both independently and cooperatively, has good communication skills, is creative, understands the departments mission of “Parks Make Life Better,” and above all possesses a great attitude.

Preference will be given to candidates enrolled in the fields of Parks and Recreation, Business Administration, Public Administration, or other fields that are related to the needs of this position.

Requirements for Summer Internship Program

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university.

• Must be able to commit to the full duration of the eight-week program.

• Must have relevant academic major or interest in the field of public service.

• Must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Must have the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

An official City of West Sacramento application form must be filled out, in its entirety. It is the applicant's responsibility to explain their qualifications fully and clearly. In addition, applicants must submit a resume and complete the required supplemental questionnaire. Incomplete information on the application, resume and/or supplemental questionnaire may be cause for disqualification. Application packages will be reviewed and screened for qualifications. Additional screening criteria will be developed based on the supplemental questionnaire.

An applicant who qualifies for veterans’ preference and successfully places on an eligibility list for initial entrance into employment with the city shall be advanced one rank on the final eligibility list. Where there are five (5) or less qualified applicants, no veterans’ preference shall apply and all applicants shall be placed on the certification list forwarded to the departments for hiring consideration. The exercise of veterans’ preference shall be exhausted upon appointment to a regular position from an eligibility list.

Extra Help positions with the City of West Sacramento are designated Tier I or Tier II extra help employees. Those hired as Tier I extra help employees must work less than 1,000 hours in a fiscal year and are not eligible for any City provided benefits, other than those required by law.

Those hired as Tier II extra help employees are scheduled to work beyond 1,000 hours in a fiscal year, but not more than 1,500 hours. Tier II extra help employees receive pro-rated vacation, sick leave, and holiday benefits and are enrolled in the city's CalPERS retirement plan.

The City does not participate in full Social Security, but does participate in Medicare. Extra help positions are considered "at will" positions.

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To be considered for the position, all candidates are required to complete and submit the following supplemental questionnaire with their application and resume. Failure to submit the completed supplemental questionnaire and application and resume will disqualify you from further consideration in the selection process used to fill this position. Please be concise and limit your responses to no more than one (1) paragraph per question.

• Yes

• No

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  Please indicate your education status:

• Incoming 1st or 2nd year college/university student, or community college student.

• Incoming 3rd or 4th year college/university student OR Graduating college senior. Student interns... Incoming 3rd or 4th year college/university student OR Graduating college senior. Student interns at this level must apply for recruitment that matches their chosen field of study.

• Professional or graduate school student. Student interns at this level must apply for recruitment... Professional or graduate school student. Student interns at this level must apply for recruitment that matches their chosen field of study.

• I am not currently a student.

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  What is your intended or chosen field of study?

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  Why are you interested in a career in public service?

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  Briefly explain your interest in working for the City of West Sacramento specifically?

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  I certify that the statements made in this Supplemental Questionnaire are true, complete, and correct to the best of my knowledge and are made in good faith by me. I understand that any misrepresentation and/or falsification of my answers may result in my application being ineligible for this recruitment process.

• Yes

• No

  Required Question

Agency

City of West Sacramento

Address

1110 West Capitol Ave 3rd Floor West Sacramento, California, 95691

Phone

(916) 617-4567

Website

http://www.cityofwestsacramento.org

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