COMMUNICATIONS INTERN (ADMINISTRATIVE INTERN - NON-CAREER)

DESCRIPTION

Please 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 16 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 DEPARTMENT

The 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 Executive Office's Communication Division is seeking a professional, self-motivated and creative intern to help improve the Department's social media engagement and digital presence by assisting in the design, development of video/visual and multi-media content.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

This position will:

• Support the planning, preparation and scheduling of creatively produced social media posts.
  
• Assists with the scripting, shooting, and editing of photography/videography for the development of short videos, reels and other imagery.
  
• Assists with developing commemorative themes and creative program campaigns for social media as well as for LinkLB, the LBCD website and other digital platforms. Helps monitor public feedback/inquiries.
  
• Assists with special event planning and production.
  
• Provides graphics support for and assists with the writing/copyediting/proofreading of marketing and program materials.
  
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Currently enrolled in a graduate program with a major in Public Relations , Communications, Telecommunications/Film, Media Arts , Journalism 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.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Understanding of an experience in conceptualizing/planning strategies for social media messaging and stories.
• Creating /posting and engaging with government-appropriate social media content.
• Analyzing social media trend and data and collaborating in a teamwork setting while also working independently as needed.
• Familiarity with special event planning/production is desired.
• Familiarity with photography/videography concepts and copywriting-editing and proofreading practices.
• Interest in pursuing a career in government/public service.
• Ability and maturity to work collaboratively and cordially with others as well as independently with limited supervision.
• Ability and passion for learning new technologies.
• Good time management, flexibility and reliability to accomplish tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite computer programs (Word, Excel, Access, SharePoint, Teams and PowerPoint) and Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Strong knowledge of social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
• Adept/skill-full with photo/video editing applications.
• Willingness to learn new tools and programs.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

This recruitment will close at 11:59 PM Pacific Time on Wednesday, October 16 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 .

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Closing Date/Time: 10/16/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

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