DESCRIPTIONPlease note this recruitment will be accepting a limited number of applications for the position. Once the maximum number of submissions of 100 has been met, the job posting will be closed and no further applications will be accepted. We encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.If the maximum number of submissions has not been met, the job bulletin will remain open until the closing date of Wednesday, October 9th at 11:59PM PST. This is an unclassified, non-career position. Non-career employees are allowed a maximum of 1600 work hours available over a 12-month period. Non-career employees are not typically eligible for health/dental/vision benefits; however, may be eligible for sick leave benefits. This is an at-will, temporary, part-time position.
THE DEPARTMENTThe Department of Community Development delivers a wide variety of programs and services to help create and maintain more safe, sustainable, and livable neighborhoods. The department is comprised of five bureaus: Building and Safety, Code Enforcement, Housing and Neighborhood Services, Planning, and Administrative and Financial Services.
Our staff of more than 200 works tirelessly to serve the community through an array of policies and programs, including land use and development, affordable housing, environment and historic preservation, neighborhood improvement, and construction standards and safety. We are dedicated to making a positive difference in our role to help transform Long Beach into a model urban community that honors its past and embraces the future.
THE POSITION The Department of Community Development has an opening for Administrative Intern to support the Housing and Neighborhood Services Bureau. The Housing and Neighborhood Services Bureau assists with the preservation and development of affordable housing and offers a variety of innovative neighborhood improvement programs. The position will report to the Housing Operations Officer and will help implement neighborhood improvement and housing programs within the Housing and Neighborhood Services Bureau , with a focus on social media and development of community engagement campaigns and marketing materials . The successful candidate will be a highly organized professional who is interested in neighborhood relations, affordable housing and the monitoring and evaluation of grant funds.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIESThis position will:
- S upport the bureau with community engagement, social media, digital and print marketing, for various programs .
- Help develop and collect data for community surveys .
- Compile reporting information for federal, state, and county funding sources .
- Prepare and coordinate Tech Services Requests and fulfilment.
- Respond via phone and email to program information requests.
- Help with the development, planning and facilitation of special events .
- Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS TO FILEEDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Currently enrolled in a graduate program with a major in Business administration, Public Administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university with a GPA of 2.0 or higher OR
- Recently graduated (less than one year since graduation) from an undergraduate or graduate program with a major as described above from an accredited college or university with a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
Required documents, such as transcripts, and degrees, must be uploaded to the online application in PDF format at the time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristics on the document.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS- A valid California Class C Driver License
IDEAL CANDIDATE- Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Ability to promote programs creatively.
- Experience working on social media campaigns, designing websites and/or marketing materials.
- Conduct research via the internet and other available resources.
- Comprehend written policies and procedures.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse audiences .
- Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
- Compile, review and evaluate data.
SELECTION PROCEDUREThis recruitment will close
at 11:59 PM Pacific Time on Wednesday, October 9th or until 100 applications have been received, whichever occurs first. To be considered, please submit an online application, including a
cover letter, resume, and proof of education in PDF format. Applications that fail to include all necessary documents will be considered incomplete and will not be taken into consideration.
Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience, and for level and relatedness of education. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in further selection procedures. The selected candidate may be required to go through a background check and a physical examination prior to appointment. Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements, including submission of all required attachments, will not be considered. For questions regarding this recruitment, please call
(562) 570-6913.
The City of Long Beach is an
Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.
The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the
California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting
https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act The City of Long Beach is committed to maintaining fairness and transparency in our hiring practices. We believe in providing equal opportunities to all applicants and ensuring that every applicant is evaluated based on their qualifications and merit. If you believe that you have been unjustly disqualified based on minimum qualifications for an unclassified job opportunity, you have the right to appeal the decision. Find out more about the
Applicant Appeal Process by visiting Applicant Appeal Process (longbeach.gov) .
The City of Long Beach intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired, or if you would like to request this information in an alternative format, please call
(562) 570-6913 .For technical support with your governmentjobs.com application, please contact (855) 524-5627.Intentionally left blank -- This page is under review.
Closing Date/Time: 10/9/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
