Intern II (Dallas Water Utilities - Non Civil Service)

Intern II Dallas is Growing. Grow With Us. Looking for more than just a job? The City of Dallas offers careers with purpose. With competitive benefits, growth opportunities, and a vibrant work culture, we're committed to helping you thrive while you help our city flourish. Be part of a team that's committed to service, innovation, and community. Job Summary As a part-time employee, performs administrative and/or research work relating to one or more functional areas in the administration of a municipal government to develop/reinforce working knowledge of municipal government operations for professional growth or to meet the internship requirements of a university at the graduate level. Job Description Overview The Intern II is a more experienced part-time employee that assists in performing various administrative, clerical, or secretarial duties developing working knowledge of municipal government procedures for professional growth or to meet the internship requirements of a school or University. Essential Functions 1 Develops rules and regulations, assesses needs, implements and improves new or existing procedures, and coordinates various activities to assist in the administration of a department or division. 2 Participates in finding solutions to existing problems and discusses proposals with administrative personnel in planning and executing administrative functions, special events and public relations activities to acquire skills in problem solving as part of a good internship program. 3 Conducts individual studies or projects in one or more city department or division to supplement knowledge acquired in a specialized area entailing diverse duties such as clerical duties, or those relating to inventory, bookkeeping, maintenance and marketing. 4 Performs and assists in a variety of functions such as special services including contracts management, emergency preparedness, damage control, architecture, engineering and construction; supports financial services such as budgeting, grants and trust management, accounting, purchasing, revenue forecasting, and monthly financial reporting to supplement knowledge gained through academic courses. 5 Performs various personnel functions such as payroll, insurance, worker's compensation, safety, hiring and promotion, training, retirement, termination, affirmative action, benefits training, taxes and medical reports to acquire supplementary knowledge in the area of personnel administration. 6 Writes speeches, answers correspondence, maintains files, and assists in scheduling and coordinating events. 7 Establishes working relationships conducive to completion of internship assignments; analyzes information gathered regarding research problems and presents pertinent facts to those responsible for solving them so that informed decisions can more effectively be made. 8 Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned. Knowledge and Skills 1 Ability to diplomatically interact with city officials. 2 Ability to investigate and analyze. 3 Ability to work independently or as part of a team. 4 Ability to write clear, concise reports. 5 Establishing and maintaining strong working relationships. Experience None Licenses and Certifications None Education Currently in High School or university as appropriate. Salary Range $21.50 - $21.78 The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications. City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.