The County of Sonoma Human Services Department is looking for energetic individuals currently enrolled in a workforce development program to assist
their Employment and Training Job Link Program!
Please note: To be considered for this opportunity, you must be enrolled in a formal workforce development program. Examples include: Conservation Corps North Bay, Petaluma People Services Center, Goodwill Industries of the Redwood Empire, etc.
As a Job Link Intern with the County of Sonoma, you will perform a variety of administrative and clerical activities, such as: creating, updating, and closing client case files (physical and/or electronic); creating and managing appointment spreadsheets; managing Job Link emails and interpretation requests; processing invoices and reimbursements; contacting clients quarterly for data collection purposes; entering data in program databases; answering phones and providing exceptional customer service; assisting Job Link staff with projects and client orientations; scheduling/attending meetings and taking notes; and performing other duties as assigned.
As a Job Link Work Experience Intern, you will participate in structured on-the-job training assignments in the Employment and Training Division of the Human Services Department and will learn a wide variety of tasks, including:
- An overview of the function and services of the Job Link program
- Microsoft Office Suite programs, data collection, and data entry
- Customer service, time management, and organization skills
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Teamwork, leadership, and professionalism
EMPLOYMENT
Interns are not in the classified civil service and do not have property rights to permanently allocated positions. In addition, they do not receive most employee benefits such as: long-term disability insurance coverage; accrual of vacation and sick leave; participation in the County retirement program; or eligibility to take promotional examinations. Paid interns may meet the eligibility requirements (generally worked 11 consecutive pay periods with a minimum of 440 hours and are scheduled at least 40 hours per pay period) to qualify for a County contribution toward medical coverage. Dependent coverage may also be available at employee's cost. Interns may not work in excess of 1,560 hours in a twelve month period.
APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED.
Applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed to ensure candidates meet the minimum requirements for the position. Candidates possessing these requirements will be referred to the department for further consideration. The hiring department will contact candidates who appear to best meet the requirements and needs of the position and take further steps in making a selection for the internship.
If selected, candidates must show proof of current enrollment as a participant in a workforce development program.
Please visit Getting-a-Job with the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the application, examination, and department selection processes.
APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
A background investigation is required prior to employment. Candidates referred to departments for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation. Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy. Reference information will not be made available to applicants.
Additional requirements, such as successful completion of a physical exam, drug screen, etc., may apply, depending on the duties and responsibilities of the position. If you receive a conditional job offer for the position, the requirements upon which the offer are contingent will be outlined in the conditional job letter. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications are accepted online at www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org. Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Continuous recruitments may close without notice at any time that a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted.
The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need.
HR Analyst: EP
HR Technician: EV
County of Sonoma
$21.75 - $26.44 Hourly
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
Nov 06, 2024