County of Riverside

For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.
<h2>ABOUT THE POSITION</h2>
The County of Riverside's Board of Supervisor's is currently seeking a paid Legislative Intern/ Youth Advisory Council (YAC) Coordinator.
The in-person student internship position is based in Riverside County and offers a flexible work week consisting of approximately 20 hours per week, with flexibility granted around academic obligations. The selected candidate can anticipate the internship to be two years in length.
The Legislative Intern/ Youth Advisory Council (YAC) Coordinator supports the Board of Supervisors Office and Riverside County Youth Commission by managing a district-based Youth Advisory Council, coordinating civic engagement events, and assisting with legislative, community outreach, and youth development activities.
<h2>EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES</h2>
Under supervision, assists and participates in the work performed by employees of a specific profession; Through participation, receive supervised work experience in a specific professional vocation, and performs other related duties as required.
The intern will be responsible for, but not limited to:
<ul>
<li>Facilitating YAC meetings and preparing agendas and minutes
</li>
<li>Coordinating youth participation in Youth in Government Day and Youth Summit
</li>
<li>Recruiting and onboarding student members
</li>
<li>Supporting district events
</li>
<li>Tracking attendance and service
hours
</li>
<li>Communicating with schools and families
</li>
<li>Serving as a liaison between youth
leaders and County leadership
</li>
</ul>
<h2>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS</h2>
Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average: 3.0 GPA required. Proof of most current unofficial/official transcript with cumulative GPA must be provided at time of application as well as a resume, cover letter, and a recommendation letter.
***Education:***Applicants must be currently enrolled/attending school as a Sophomore, Junior, or Senior at an accredited college or university in a Bachelor's program, or Master's degree program.
Areas of Study: Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Administration, Human Resources, Organizational Studies, or similar.
<ul>
<li>Strong verbal and written communication</li>
<li>Ability to work with youth, families, and professionals</li>
<li>Must be WIOA Eligible</li>
</ul>
Additional Desired Candidate Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Experience working with youth or community programs</li>
<li>Public speaking</li>
<li>Leadership experience</li>
<li>Event planning or coordination experience</li>
<li>Interest in Government, Civic Engagement, or Public Service careers.</li>
<li>Must live in one of the five supervisory districts in Riverside County</li>
</ul>
<h2>SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION</h2>
Veteran's Preference
The County of Riverside has a Veteran's Preference Policy. Upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 or NGB-22 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for Veteran's Preference. Policy is available here: <a href="https://rivcocob.org/sites/g/files/aldnop311/files/2023-05/C-3%2004-04-2023%5C_0.pdf" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://rivcocob.org/sites/g/files/aldnop311/files/2023-05/C-3%2004-04-2023\_0.pdf</a>
What's Next?
This recruitment is open to all applicants currently enrolled/attending school at an accredited college or university.
No late applications will be permitted and changes or alterations cannot be accepted. Resumes that include job descriptions and duties copied from the job classification will not be considered.
Applications received prior to the closing date will be considered based on the information submitted. Include relevant work experience details on resume and/or application. Applicants who fail to provide information demonstrating they possess the position requirements may not be considered further in the application process.
General Information
For more information, please contact Rebecca Newman at <a href="mailto:RNewman@RivCo.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">RNewman@RivCo.org</a>.
If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at <a href="mailto:support@governmentjobs.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">support@governmentjobs.com</a> or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.
________________________________________________________________________________________
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veteran's Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference, and as applicable, the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate, spouse's death certificate, a letter of spouse's disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veteran's Administration. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. For complete details and documentation requirements, please review the Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 here: <a href="https://rivcocob.org/board-policies" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://rivcocob.org/board-policies</a>
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: <a href="https://rc-hr.com/disability" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://rc-hr.com/disability</a>
Work Location and Telework
In-person attendance is the standard work expectation for County of Riverside assignments. Certain assignments may be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule; however, telework arrangements are subject to management approval, operational needs, and/or may be modified or discontinued at any time. Employees who telework are expected to be able to report to their assigned worksite on short notice or as operational needs require. Unless otherwise specified for a particular position, employees are expected to reside in California following appointment. Limited exceptions may apply. Applicants should contact the assigned recruiter for additional information regarding work location expectations, telework eligibility, and residency requirements.
Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.
If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).
Work Authorization Requirement
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.
Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.
Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, <a href="http://www.rc-hr.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.rc-hr.com</a>.
If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at <a href="mailto:support@governmentjobs.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">support@governmentjobs.com</a> or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.

BOS Legislative Intern/YAC Coordinator - 3rd District

BOS Legislative Intern/YAC Coordinator - 3rd District

This job is no longer available

Talents

Recruiters

About