City of Austin · 12 hours ago
HSO Intern - (Hire in process – PLEASE DO NOT APPLY TO THIS POSTING)
One Texas Center
Internship
Onsite
InternThe City of Austin is a vibrant community dedicated to shaping one of the nation's most dynamic and innovative cities. The HSO Intern position involves assisting in general administrative or research functions to develop a working knowledge of municipal government, providing support to public space management and street outreach units, and gaining on-the-job education and instruction in municipal operations.
Association
Responsibilities
This position will serve under the public space management and street outreach units
This position will provide administrative support to both public space management and street outreach
This position will also provide logistical and operational support during large encampment clean ups and HEAL initiatives
This position is also an internship and the intern will receive on-the-job education and instruction and municipal operations and best practices
Observes and assists professionals in the assigned department to learn about areas of career interest
Assists, as necessary, in the coordination, administration, or monitoring of specific programs
Assists, as necessary, with researching, collecting and organizing data, performing analyses, and preparing reports to supplement knowledge gained through academic courses
Participates, as necessary, in finding solutions to existing problems and discusses recommendations with administrative personnel to acquire skills in problem solving
Assists with special projects
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent
Enrolled in an accredited college or university undergraduate degree program, with some advanced coursework related to the internship program
Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws and ordinances
Knowledge of applicable processes, techniques, and methods
Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures
Knowledge of statistical analysis
Skill in oral and written communication
Skill in using computers and related software applications
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office equipment
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
Ability to create clear and concise reports
Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with City employees and the public
Preferred
Previous Education or Experience working in Homelessness Services, Public Space Management or Criminal Justice
Texas Drivers License
Benefits
Generous leave
Work-life balance programs
Extensive benefits
City of Austin Employees' Retirement System
Wellness programs
On-site fitness centers
Mental health support
Professional development
Leadership opportunities
Company
City of Austin
An award-winning employer, the City of Austin has a Council-Manager form of government and employs 13.8K employees.
Founded in 1839
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Brian Gardner
Chief Information Security Officer
Noelle Corcoran
Marketing Supervisor
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