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via Adzuna
schedule_type: Full-time and Temp work
Work. Serve. Thrive. With the City of Durham
Advance in your career while making a real difference in the community you serve...
A nationally accredited team of passionate professionals devoted to building better lives and a better community through the power of parks and recreation. Our talented team at Durham Parks and Recreation is devoted to community service and provides a diverse range of programs, services, opportunities, and experiences
Work. Serve. Thrive. With the City of Durham
Advance in your career while making a real difference in the community you serve...
A nationally accredited team of passionate professionals devoted to building better lives and a better community through the power of parks and recreation. Our talented team at Durham Parks and Recreation is devoted to community service and provides a diverse range of programs, services, opportunities, and experiences while being united through our core pillars of creating equitable economic impacts; advancing conservation; rejuvenating health and wellness; enhancing quality of life and sustaining social equity.
Hourly Rate: $17.75 - $18.83
Workdays/Times: Monday - Friday / 7:30 a.m. . 3:00 p.m.
Location: Holton Career and Resource Center "or" the Durham Teen Center at Lyon Park
Duration: June 3, 2024 and ends on August 16, 2024
Position organizes and leads participants in diverse indoor and outdoor recreational programs for the City of Durham. Incumbent may be assigned to a special skilled development area with responsibility for supervising a single recreational program, including tutoring, arts and crafts, theater, music, sports, and other athletic, cultural, or recreational activities. Incumbent leads and directs program participants in special center and community projects as well as prevention education programs. Must be available to work varying work hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Supervises diverse age groups in a variety of indoor and outdoor activities.
• Takes responsibility for the health, well-being, and safety of participants of all skill levels and abilities.
• Provides assistance with personal care, mobility, and communication needs of participants.
• Maintains order, distributes equipment, and encourages respect for personal and City property.
• Sets a good example for participants in the areas of cleanliness, punctuality, observing rules, and sportsmanship.
• Recognizes and responds to opportunities for group problem solving.
• Leads and directs community work conducted by program participants.
• Provides opportunities for the group so that everyone has an experience of success.
• Facilitates prevention education workshops and participates in group discussions.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, in-service training programs, orientations, and evaluation sessions.
• Assists in maintaining activity and attendance records and submits required paperwork on time.
• Communicates regularly with supervisor regarding concerns, updates, and challenges.
• Encourages respect for personal property, City equipment and facilities.
• Observes necessary precautions to secure the safety of program participants and renders first aid in case of minor injury.
KNOWLEDGE OF:
• Group recreational supervision.
• Group recreational supervision and the rules and regulations governing various competitive games, including athletics.
• Basic arts and crafts.
• Basic behavior management skills.
• Prevention education and positive alternative concepts.
• Elementary math, science, writing, etc.
SKILL IN:
• Interacting positively and communicating effectively with youth and adults.
• Communicating instructions effectively to individuals and groups.
• Organizing and instructing specialty area.
• Adhering to program standards and objectives.
• Following directions and completing assigned tasks.
• Exercising initiative, adaptability, and good judgment.
• Modeling compliance with policies and procedures.
• Conflict management and defusing confrontational situations.
• Working with "at risk" and "high risk" youth as identified by prevention education standards.
• Report writing and record keeping.
• High School diploma or equivalent (GED, HiSet, TSAC).
• Six (6) months of experience in specialty area.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record.
• Valid Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED - with Anaphylaxis and Epinephrin Show more details...
Advance in your career while making a real difference in the community you serve...
A nationally accredited team of passionate professionals devoted to building better lives and a better community through the power of parks and recreation. Our talented team at Durham Parks and Recreation is devoted to community service and provides a diverse range of programs, services, opportunities, and experiences while being united through our core pillars of creating equitable economic impacts; advancing conservation; rejuvenating health and wellness; enhancing quality of life and sustaining social equity.
Hourly Rate: $17.75 - $18.83
Workdays/Times: Monday - Friday / 7:30 a.m. . 3:00 p.m.
Location: Holton Career and Resource Center "or" the Durham Teen Center at Lyon Park
Duration: June 3, 2024 and ends on August 16, 2024
Position organizes and leads participants in diverse indoor and outdoor recreational programs for the City of Durham. Incumbent may be assigned to a special skilled development area with responsibility for supervising a single recreational program, including tutoring, arts and crafts, theater, music, sports, and other athletic, cultural, or recreational activities. Incumbent leads and directs program participants in special center and community projects as well as prevention education programs. Must be available to work varying work hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Supervises diverse age groups in a variety of indoor and outdoor activities.
• Takes responsibility for the health, well-being, and safety of participants of all skill levels and abilities.
• Provides assistance with personal care, mobility, and communication needs of participants.
• Maintains order, distributes equipment, and encourages respect for personal and City property.
• Sets a good example for participants in the areas of cleanliness, punctuality, observing rules, and sportsmanship.
• Recognizes and responds to opportunities for group problem solving.
• Leads and directs community work conducted by program participants.
• Provides opportunities for the group so that everyone has an experience of success.
• Facilitates prevention education workshops and participates in group discussions.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, in-service training programs, orientations, and evaluation sessions.
• Assists in maintaining activity and attendance records and submits required paperwork on time.
• Communicates regularly with supervisor regarding concerns, updates, and challenges.
• Encourages respect for personal property, City equipment and facilities.
• Observes necessary precautions to secure the safety of program participants and renders first aid in case of minor injury.
KNOWLEDGE OF:
• Group recreational supervision.
• Group recreational supervision and the rules and regulations governing various competitive games, including athletics.
• Basic arts and crafts.
• Basic behavior management skills.
• Prevention education and positive alternative concepts.
• Elementary math, science, writing, etc.
SKILL IN:
• Interacting positively and communicating effectively with youth and adults.
• Communicating instructions effectively to individuals and groups.
• Organizing and instructing specialty area.
• Adhering to program standards and objectives.
• Following directions and completing assigned tasks.
• Exercising initiative, adaptability, and good judgment.
• Modeling compliance with policies and procedures.
• Conflict management and defusing confrontational situations.
• Working with "at risk" and "high risk" youth as identified by prevention education standards.
• Report writing and record keeping.
• High School diploma or equivalent (GED, HiSet, TSAC).
• Six (6) months of experience in specialty area.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record.
• Valid Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED - with Anaphylaxis and Epinephrin Show more details...
via Adzuna
schedule_type: Full-time and Internship
Work. Serve. Thrive. With the City of Durham
Advance in your career while making a real difference in the community you serve...
A nationally accredited team of passionate professionals devoted to building better lives and a better community through the power of parks and recreation. Our talented team at Durham Parks and Recreation is devoted to community service and provides a diverse range of programs, services, opportunities, and experiences
Work. Serve. Thrive. With the City of Durham
Advance in your career while making a real difference in the community you serve...
A nationally accredited team of passionate professionals devoted to building better lives and a better community through the power of parks and recreation. Our talented team at Durham Parks and Recreation is devoted to community service and provides a diverse range of programs, services, opportunities, and experiences while being united through our core pillars of creating equitable economic impacts; advancing conservation; rejuvenating health and wellness; enhancing quality of life and sustaining social equity.
Hourly Rate: $16.24
Work Times/Days: Various shifts between hours of Monday - Friday 5:30 am - 8:30 pm; Saturdays 7:30 am - 5:30 pm; Sundays 12:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Position is responsible for assisting participants in a variety of aquatic recreation activities. The incumbent applies judgment and knowledge of program parameters to monitor and direct equipment usage and ensure adherence to safety requirements. Tasks may also include performing pool and bathhouse maintenance, assisting with service to patrons, and related jobs which are beneficial to the pool and swimming programs.
• Monitors and controls participants of diverse age groups, skill levels and abilities.
• Learns and enforces safety rules, mitigating disruptive behavior as needed and maintaining control of equipment.
• Maintains, organizes, compiles, checks, stocks and replaces inventory, delivers necessary supplies and materials.
• Performs general housekeeping duties including cleaning, sanitizing, and removing trash and debris.
• Performs duties of opening and closing as assigned from the designated facility checklist.
• Participates in in-service training, orientations, and other staff meetings as requested.
• Provides excellent internal and external customer service, creating a positive experience for patrons through professional and courteous behavior.
• Learns and develops aquatic skills necessary to take the role as a Certified Lifeguard and/or Water Safety Instructor.
• Practices training materials including classroom, group discussion, hands-on skills development, and written testing related to roles and responsibilities of a Lifeguard and/or Water Safety Instructor.
• Incumbent is intended to successfully complete the Lifeguard and/or Water Safety Instructor training program within the first year of employment and receive a certification of completion, at which point they will be eligible to apply for available positions.
KNOWLEDGE OF:
• Customer service principles.
• Basic safety principles for pool environments.
SKILL IN:
• Communicating instructions effectively to individuals and groups.
• Managing disruptive behavior.
• For Lifeguard or Water Safety Instructor Trainee assignments, basic water competency that is equivalent Show more details...
Advance in your career while making a real difference in the community you serve...
A nationally accredited team of passionate professionals devoted to building better lives and a better community through the power of parks and recreation. Our talented team at Durham Parks and Recreation is devoted to community service and provides a diverse range of programs, services, opportunities, and experiences while being united through our core pillars of creating equitable economic impacts; advancing conservation; rejuvenating health and wellness; enhancing quality of life and sustaining social equity.
Hourly Rate: $16.24
Work Times/Days: Various shifts between hours of Monday - Friday 5:30 am - 8:30 pm; Saturdays 7:30 am - 5:30 pm; Sundays 12:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Position is responsible for assisting participants in a variety of aquatic recreation activities. The incumbent applies judgment and knowledge of program parameters to monitor and direct equipment usage and ensure adherence to safety requirements. Tasks may also include performing pool and bathhouse maintenance, assisting with service to patrons, and related jobs which are beneficial to the pool and swimming programs.
• Monitors and controls participants of diverse age groups, skill levels and abilities.
• Learns and enforces safety rules, mitigating disruptive behavior as needed and maintaining control of equipment.
• Maintains, organizes, compiles, checks, stocks and replaces inventory, delivers necessary supplies and materials.
• Performs general housekeeping duties including cleaning, sanitizing, and removing trash and debris.
• Performs duties of opening and closing as assigned from the designated facility checklist.
• Participates in in-service training, orientations, and other staff meetings as requested.
• Provides excellent internal and external customer service, creating a positive experience for patrons through professional and courteous behavior.
• Learns and develops aquatic skills necessary to take the role as a Certified Lifeguard and/or Water Safety Instructor.
• Practices training materials including classroom, group discussion, hands-on skills development, and written testing related to roles and responsibilities of a Lifeguard and/or Water Safety Instructor.
• Incumbent is intended to successfully complete the Lifeguard and/or Water Safety Instructor training program within the first year of employment and receive a certification of completion, at which point they will be eligible to apply for available positions.
KNOWLEDGE OF:
• Customer service principles.
• Basic safety principles for pool environments.
SKILL IN:
• Communicating instructions effectively to individuals and groups.
• Managing disruptive behavior.
• For Lifeguard or Water Safety Instructor Trainee assignments, basic water competency that is equivalent Show more details...
via Glassdoor
posted_at: 7 days agoschedule_type: Full-time and Temp worksalary: 16.40 an hour
Description of Work
This is a temporary position and there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). For more information on Health Benefits offered visit www.shpnc.org...
Visit www.nctemporarysolutions.com for employment information.
Note: Permanent and time-limited
Description of Work
This is a temporary position and there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). For more information on Health Benefits offered visit www.shpnc.org...
Visit www.nctemporarysolutions.com for employment information.
Note: Permanent and time-limited NC State Government employees must separate from their permanent or time-limited position in order to work in a temporary position. All temporaries are limited to one NC State Government temporary assignment at a time.
Individuals hired in a temporary State job must be fully qualified for the job. OSHR supports the Governor's Job Ready initiative and seeks to expand a temporary skill set to enhance their qualifications for State government and private sector jobs. Exposure to an agency's culture, process, procedures, and potential learning opportunities can provide valuable experience to those who may seek permanent employment with the state.
This temporary position is located in Durham - Durham County.
Job Order Hourly Rate of Pay: $ 16.40 (Based on education and/or years of relevant work experience reflected on the application).
This temporary position will be assigned to the Department of Health and Human Services. This position is located at 115 Market St, Suite 201, Durham, NC 27701.
This position will manage varied and multiple tasks to support the agency and will be responsible to the needs of multiple clinical and direct service staff. Additional responsibilities may include data entry, monitoring availability of office supplies, processing of staff correspondence, and receptionist work.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
NOTE: Qualified applicants must meet and CLEARLY reflect on their application training and experience and all knowledge, skills, abilities, and any experience or competencies specified in the posting and/or supplemental question(s) to be considered. NOTE: "See Resume" is not acceptable to show work history.
• Considerable knowledge of services, policies and procedures related to a program or area of specialization.
• Ability to demonstrate and apply this knowledge in performance of administrative tasks; ability to explain and interpret information to clients/customers and staff.
• Considerable knowledge of program policies, procedures and information systems in order to communicate and process information.
• Ability to compile, assimilate and organize both printed and electronic information; ability to apply knowledge of data collection, storage, organization, manipulation and/or analysis of data.
• Ability to utilize office equipment and other relevant technology (software and systems) to meet organizational needs.
• Ability to identify and understand issues, problems, and opportunities; use effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions.
• Ability to clearly convey information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups.
• Ability to present ideas clearly and effectively in written form; ability to adjust language or terminology to meet the needs of the audience; ability to use correct grammar, organization, and structure.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.
High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of related administrative experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Supplemental and Contact Information
For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627.
If there are any questions about this posting, please contact TSRecruit@nc.gov and/or 984-236-1040.
Temporary Solutions
Office of State Human Resources
1110 Navaho Drive, Suite 200
Raleigh, NC 27609 Show more details...
This is a temporary position and there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). For more information on Health Benefits offered visit www.shpnc.org...
Visit www.nctemporarysolutions.com for employment information.
Note: Permanent and time-limited NC State Government employees must separate from their permanent or time-limited position in order to work in a temporary position. All temporaries are limited to one NC State Government temporary assignment at a time.
Individuals hired in a temporary State job must be fully qualified for the job. OSHR supports the Governor's Job Ready initiative and seeks to expand a temporary skill set to enhance their qualifications for State government and private sector jobs. Exposure to an agency's culture, process, procedures, and potential learning opportunities can provide valuable experience to those who may seek permanent employment with the state.
This temporary position is located in Durham - Durham County.
Job Order Hourly Rate of Pay: $ 16.40 (Based on education and/or years of relevant work experience reflected on the application).
This temporary position will be assigned to the Department of Health and Human Services. This position is located at 115 Market St, Suite 201, Durham, NC 27701.
This position will manage varied and multiple tasks to support the agency and will be responsible to the needs of multiple clinical and direct service staff. Additional responsibilities may include data entry, monitoring availability of office supplies, processing of staff correspondence, and receptionist work.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
NOTE: Qualified applicants must meet and CLEARLY reflect on their application training and experience and all knowledge, skills, abilities, and any experience or competencies specified in the posting and/or supplemental question(s) to be considered. NOTE: "See Resume" is not acceptable to show work history.
• Considerable knowledge of services, policies and procedures related to a program or area of specialization.
• Ability to demonstrate and apply this knowledge in performance of administrative tasks; ability to explain and interpret information to clients/customers and staff.
• Considerable knowledge of program policies, procedures and information systems in order to communicate and process information.
• Ability to compile, assimilate and organize both printed and electronic information; ability to apply knowledge of data collection, storage, organization, manipulation and/or analysis of data.
• Ability to utilize office equipment and other relevant technology (software and systems) to meet organizational needs.
• Ability to identify and understand issues, problems, and opportunities; use effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions.
• Ability to clearly convey information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups.
• Ability to present ideas clearly and effectively in written form; ability to adjust language or terminology to meet the needs of the audience; ability to use correct grammar, organization, and structure.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.
High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of related administrative experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Supplemental and Contact Information
For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627.
If there are any questions about this posting, please contact TSRecruit@nc.gov and/or 984-236-1040.
Temporary Solutions
Office of State Human Resources
1110 Navaho Drive, Suite 200
Raleigh, NC 27609 Show more details...
via EduCativ
posted_at: 10 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
No two career paths will ever look the same. At Leidos, we know the most talented and diverse engineering professionals will always have a multitude of career choices; your time at Leidos will be a wise investment in your career and in yourself. Protect yourself and your family with the benefits of working for a world-class employer. When you join Leidos, you join a Fortune 500 company and one of Ethisphere Institute’s “World's Most Ethical Companies”.
No two career paths will ever look the same. At Leidos, we know the most talented and diverse engineering professionals will always have a multitude of career choices; your time at Leidos will be a wise investment in your career and in yourself. Protect yourself and your family with the benefits of working for a world-class employer. When you join Leidos, you join a Fortune 500 company and one of Ethisphere Institute’s “World's Most Ethical Companies”. We are looking for a GIS Tech in the Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill area (within 50 miles of the Durham office). The position is remote, but the candidate must live in this area. This position requires the selected candidate to work through a temp agency for 6 months before conversion to a Leidos employee. The successful GIS Tech candidate will support some or all of the following activities: Use GIS/CAD software to support electric distribution projects and data maintenance for higher complexity and priority projects. Reference as-builts... work management logs, & other documentation to update GIS data to reflect electric distribution construction completed in the field Identify data inconsistencies and communicate with the appropriate resources to provide accurate data updates to client systems Obtain and manipulate GIS data at state and municipality level Ability to work in an Agile team environment where collaboration and receptiveness to feedback are essential to producing high quality work to meet Leidos & clients’ standards. GIS Tech Basic Qualifications: 30 hrs. complete in GIS program at an accredited University, OR BS degree from an accredited University with enrollment in GIS cert program, OR 2 years of applicable work experience Additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree Knowledge of Client Standards preferred. Excellent verbal and written communications skills GIS Tech Software Experience in one or more programs required: GIS Software such as Small World, Esri Suite (ArcMap, ArcGIS, ArcSDE, ArcIMS, ArcWeb services and ArcGIS Server), QGIS CAD Software such as Bentley Systems (MicroStation), Autodesk (AutoCAD, Maya, Civil 3D) Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Visio, Outlook, etc.) required Successful candidates can look forward to a fast paced, diverse work environment and flexible work hours/work arrangements as well as managers who will encourage career development and growth including: Technical & Non-Technical Training Opportunities Leadership Opportunities Mentorship & Training Opportunities Opportunity to Lead, Grow, and Inspire a Dynamic Team In this role, you can also expect to: Interface with local clients Interact with other disciplines (Substation, Protection & Controls, and Civil Structural) Partner with a Variety of Utility Clients Nationwide Leidos is a trusted and future-focused solutions provider. Utilities consistently come to Leidos for reliable power expertise, as reflected through our work with more than 50 investor-owned utilities and more than 160 municipals/cooperatives across the country as well as a growing number of local utility providers and private developers. Our project portfolio includes large energy projects for electric utilities, power generation owners, and industrial clients. In addition, Leidos works with an established group of industry-leading construction partners delivering meaningful energy delivery solutions. Our recognition as an industry leader is confirmed by the latest national rankings by Engineering News-Record (ENR) ranking Leidos within: the Top 10 T&D Firms, Top 10 Program Management Firms, and Top 20 Power Firms. PDSDLINE PowerDelivery Original Posting Date: 2024-03-15While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above. Pay Range: Pay Range $31,850.00 - $57,575.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law
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posted_at: 4 days agoschedule_type: Internship
City Council Policy Internship
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City Council Policy Internship
Salary
$21.00 - $22.95 Hourly
Location
Durham, NC
Job Type
Internship w/o benefits (Less than 1000 hours)
Job Number
24-04839
Department
City Clerk
Opening Date
03/20/2024
Closing Date
4/3/2024 12:00 AM Eastern
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Position Description
Work. Serve. Thrive. With the City of Durham
Advance in your career while making a real difference
City Council Policy Internship
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City Council Policy Internship
Salary
$21.00 - $22.95 Hourly
Location
Durham, NC
Job Type
Internship w/o benefits (Less than 1000 hours)
Job Number
24-04839
Department
City Clerk
Opening Date
03/20/2024
Closing Date
4/3/2024 12:00 AM Eastern
+ Description
+ Questions
Position Description
Work. Serve. Thrive. With the City of Durham
Advance in your career while making a real difference in the community you serve.
City Council Policy Internship
Hourly Rate of Pay: Hourly rate is based on the college level currently in: 3rd year (Junior) $22.28 4th year (Senior) or Graduate Student $22.95
Work Days/Hours: 10 hours per week, Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
(Some Nights and Weekends)
The City Council Internship Program is designed to introduce undergraduate or graduate students to potential careers in local government policy making. The selected candidate will work within the City Council's Office on a variety of special projects and research assignments with City Council Member Chelsea Cook.
Duties/Responsibilities
+ Collect data, research proposed and pending policy issues
+ Prepare for and attend key committee, board, and council meetings
+ Address constituent questions and issues
+ Communications, including email, social media, mass media communications
+ Draft and edit resolutions and policy memoranda
+ Facilitate dialogue with other elected officials, city staff, other governmental jurisdictions and community partners
Knowledge and Skills
+ Interest in local government issues, including but not limited to planning, zoning, housing, transportation, parks and recreation, policing, emergency services, budgets, and other related urban issues
+ Experience or interest in learning communicating through social media, branding, layout and design, Microsoft products, Adobe products, ArcGIS
+ Able to take initiative and ownership of projects, balance and prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and bring innovative ideas to the position
+ Knowledge of the Durham community is preferred
+ Experience working with low-wealth communities.
Special Abilities
+ Ability to build and maintain relationships with individuals and groups from varied cultural and socio-economic backgrounds
+ Ability to be patient, flexible, and well organized, as well as dedicated to resident and community goals
+ Ability to conduct thorough research and gather relevant data efficiently
+ Ability to work evening and weekend hours.
Minimum Qualifications & Experience
+ Must be currently enrolled in a graduate or undergraduate program
+ Must demonstrate strong research written and oral communication skills.
+ Proficiency in MS Office applications
+ Must be able to work Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. and/or some nights and weekends
+ Ability to analyze data and synthesize information
+ Ability to prioritize tasks and manage your time effectively
Additional Preferred Skills
+ Knowledge of the Durham community
01
Where did you first hear about this opportunity?
+ City of Durham Website
+ Walk in
+ Job fair
+ Employee referral
+ Professional organization ***Please list the organization in "other" box below***
+ Internet posting ***Please list the specific web site in the "other" box below***
+ Craig's List
+ Facebook
+ LinkedIn
+ GlassDoor
+ governmentjobs.com
+ Monster.com
+ Indeed.com
+ Employment Security Commission
+ Magazine/Newspaper
+ Other
02
If you listed "other" above please give specific web site, organization, or publication.
03
Please indicate your current academic year: If in-between years, please choose the year UP.
+ Not a current undergraduate or graduate student
+ Current Freshman (first year)
+ Current Sophomore (second year)
+ Current Junior (third year)
+ Current Senior (fourth year)
+ Current Graduate Student
04
If applicable, please list your specific degree and/or degree program. If NOT applicable, please put N/A
05
What interests you about working in local government, and why are you specifically interested in this internship opportunity?
06
Have you ever conducted research about local government issues?
+ Yes
+ No
07
How would you rate your communication skills - both orally (speech) and in writing (correct grammar/punctuation).
+ Poor
+ Good
+ Very Good
+ Excellent
08
How would you rate your ability to find and analyze data and synthesize information?
+ Poor
+ Good
+ Very Good
+ Exellent
09
How would you rate your ability to prioritize tasks and manage your time effectively?
+ Poor
+ Good
+ Very Good
+ Excellent
10
Are you familiar with any specific local government initiatives or policies in Durham? If so, please provide an example and discuss your thoughts on it.
11
Do you have the flexibility to work 10 hours per week, Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. and/or some nights and weekends?
+ Yes
+ No
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City Council Policy Internship
Salary
$21.00 - $22.95 Hourly
Location
Durham, NC
Job Type
Internship w/o benefits (Less than 1000 hours)
Job Number
24-04839
Department
City Clerk
Opening Date
03/20/2024
Closing Date
4/3/2024 12:00 AM Eastern
+ Description
+ Questions
Position Description
Work. Serve. Thrive. With the City of Durham
Advance in your career while making a real difference in the community you serve.
City Council Policy Internship
Hourly Rate of Pay: Hourly rate is based on the college level currently in: 3rd year (Junior) $22.28 4th year (Senior) or Graduate Student $22.95
Work Days/Hours: 10 hours per week, Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
(Some Nights and Weekends)
The City Council Internship Program is designed to introduce undergraduate or graduate students to potential careers in local government policy making. The selected candidate will work within the City Council's Office on a variety of special projects and research assignments with City Council Member Chelsea Cook.
Duties/Responsibilities
+ Collect data, research proposed and pending policy issues
+ Prepare for and attend key committee, board, and council meetings
+ Address constituent questions and issues
+ Communications, including email, social media, mass media communications
+ Draft and edit resolutions and policy memoranda
+ Facilitate dialogue with other elected officials, city staff, other governmental jurisdictions and community partners
Knowledge and Skills
+ Interest in local government issues, including but not limited to planning, zoning, housing, transportation, parks and recreation, policing, emergency services, budgets, and other related urban issues
+ Experience or interest in learning communicating through social media, branding, layout and design, Microsoft products, Adobe products, ArcGIS
+ Able to take initiative and ownership of projects, balance and prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and bring innovative ideas to the position
+ Knowledge of the Durham community is preferred
+ Experience working with low-wealth communities.
Special Abilities
+ Ability to build and maintain relationships with individuals and groups from varied cultural and socio-economic backgrounds
+ Ability to be patient, flexible, and well organized, as well as dedicated to resident and community goals
+ Ability to conduct thorough research and gather relevant data efficiently
+ Ability to work evening and weekend hours.
Minimum Qualifications & Experience
+ Must be currently enrolled in a graduate or undergraduate program
+ Must demonstrate strong research written and oral communication skills.
+ Proficiency in MS Office applications
+ Must be able to work Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. and/or some nights and weekends
+ Ability to analyze data and synthesize information
+ Ability to prioritize tasks and manage your time effectively
Additional Preferred Skills
+ Knowledge of the Durham community
01
Where did you first hear about this opportunity?
+ City of Durham Website
+ Walk in
+ Job fair
+ Employee referral
+ Professional organization ***Please list the organization in "other" box below***
+ Internet posting ***Please list the specific web site in the "other" box below***
+ Craig's List
+ GlassDoor
+ governmentjobs.com
+ Monster.com
+ Indeed.com
+ Employment Security Commission
+ Magazine/Newspaper
+ Other
02
If you listed "other" above please give specific web site, organization, or publication.
03
Please indicate your current academic year: If in-between years, please choose the year UP.
+ Not a current undergraduate or graduate student
+ Current Freshman (first year)
+ Current Sophomore (second year)
+ Current Junior (third year)
+ Current Senior (fourth year)
+ Current Graduate Student
04
If applicable, please list your specific degree and/or degree program. If NOT applicable, please put N/A
05
What interests you about working in local government, and why are you specifically interested in this internship opportunity?
06
Have you ever conducted research about local government issues?
+ Yes
+ No
07
How would you rate your communication skills - both orally (speech) and in writing (correct grammar/punctuation).
+ Poor
+ Good
+ Very Good
+ Excellent
08
How would you rate your ability to find and analyze data and synthesize information?
+ Poor
+ Good
+ Very Good
+ Exellent
09
How would you rate your ability to prioritize tasks and manage your time effectively?
+ Poor
+ Good
+ Very Good
+ Excellent
10
Are you familiar with any specific local government initiatives or policies in Durham? If so, please provide an example and discuss your thoughts on it.
11
Do you have the flexibility to work 10 hours per week, Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. and/or some nights and weekends?
+ Yes
+ No
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