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City of Torrance

MANAGEMENT AIDE (INTERN II) (CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE) (AT-WILL)

SALARY

$17.41 - $21.16 Hourly

LOCATION

Torrance, CA

JOB TYPE

Emergency 15 day temp appointment

JOB NUMBER

17020971

DEPARTMENT

CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE

OPENING DATE

02/21/2017

CLOSING DATE

3/7/2017 5:30 PM Pacific

SALARY

$17.41 - $21.16 Hourly

LOCATION

Torrance, CA

JOB TYPE

Emergency 15 day temp appointment

JOB NUMBER

17020971

DEPARTMENT

CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE

OPENING DATE

02/21/2017

CLOSING DATE

3/7/2017 5:30 PM Pacific

DESCRIPTION

The City Manager's Office is currently accepting applications for Management Aide!
 
The City of Torrance is looking for a dedicated, flexible individual with a sincere desire to be mentored in the area of municipal government while serving as a Management Aide in the City Manager's Office. The Management Aide provides support and assistance to management personnel and performs assignments ranging from routine administrative tasks to more complex and varied professional, confidential and specialized assignments. Job responsibilities may include research, report writing, data compilation and analysis, coordination of projects and programs, presentation and event preparation, assistance with day-to-day departmental operations and other related duties as needed. In this highly visible position, professionalism, flexibility and dedication are a must!

Job responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following areas:
Council Agenda Preparation - Community Relations - Economic Development and Land Management - City Council Relations - Labor Negotiation - Legislation - Special Events Planning and Preparation.

Hours: 30 - 40 hours per week - Tuesday night Council Meeting Attendance is required - Required to work evenings and weekends as needed - Flexibility around school schedule.

Benefits: Medical Insurance Only.

QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES

The Management Aide is an entry-level position for recent college graduates or Master's students, preferably with a minimum of one year paid or unpaid experience in the public sector and an interest in pursuing a career in public administration.

Ideal Candidate
In addition to the above requirements, the most successful candidate will possess the following:

  • Demonstrate an understanding of principles and practices of office management and equipment;
  • Excellent oral and written skills and the ability to understand and follow complex written and oral instructions;
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the public;
  • Proficiency in MS Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, desktop publishing, and graphic design knowledge is highly desirable; and
  • Well organized, self starter who can work with minimum supervision.

HOW TO APPLY & EXAM PROCESS

Interested candidates must submit an online application, supplemental questionnaire, cover letter and resume at www.TorranceCA.Gov/Jobs. The filing period begins Tuesday, February 21, 2017 and closes Tuesday, March 07, 2017 at 5:30 p.m. Applications without all required attachments will not be reviewed.

Only those candidates who best meet the City and Department's needs will be invited to an interview. 

If you have questions regarding this rewarding opportunity, please contact Jennica Chaparro, Recruitment Coordinator, at 310-618-2966 or at JChaparro@TorranceCA.Gov.

SPECIAL NOTES

Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact Human Resources prior to the final filing date.

As a condition of employment, candidates must pass a background check and a pre-employment medical examination.

The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

Employer
City of Torrance
Phone
310-618-2915
Website
http://www.TorranceCA.Gov/Jobs
Address
3231 Torrance Blvd.

Torrance, California, 90503
MANAGEMENT AIDE (INTERN II) (CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE) (AT-WILL) Supplemental Questionnaire
* QUESTION 1
Are you a recent college graduate or Master's student?


QUESTION 2
If yes, please specify the degree(s) you possess and the major course of study for each.
* QUESTION 3
How many years of paid or unpaid public sector experience do you have?


* QUESTION 4
Please list and describe any previously held positions in the public sector.
* QUESTION 5
Please describe any skills and experience relevant to the Management Aide position.
* QUESTION 6
Describe your report writing experience and skills in preparing data (i.e. charts, tables, and graphs) and summarizing analyses in written narrative reports.
* QUESTION 7
Do you think your studies lack a practical component that may be provided by the City of Torrance? Please provide an example.
* QUESTION 8
How will working for the City of Torrance provide a meaningful supplement to your studies?
* QUESTION 9
What are the three most important factors that make you an effective, valued co-worker?
* QUESTION 10
What is one major challenge facing individual cities and why? (Solution not required)
* QUESTION 11
Have you attached all required documents (i.e. cover letter and resume) to your application?


* Required Question