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Job SummaryThe Intern – Emergency Management & Operations provides short-term staff support to the Manhattan Beach Fire Department's Emergency Preparedness Division. This position provides the opportunity to assist with disaster preparedness planning, Emergency Operations Center (EOC) readiness, research, and support community outreach, public education, and training initiatives. Intern gains exposure to municipal career options in public safety and foundational knowledge of various emergency systems, while performing specific and miscellaneous duties as assigned and doing related work as required.Essential DutiesLearn and develop professional and technical knowledge, skills, and practical work experience in the assigned department or function.Assist in collecting data for department studies, functions, and/or projects.Perform basic research, analyze data, and write reports and summaries.Assist in budget preparation and maintenance.Maintain appropriate records and files.Interact with City employees, contractors, and the public in person or via telephone.Assist in the administrative and clerical support activities as needed.Job SummaryThe Intern – Emergency Management & Operations provides short-term staff support to the Manhattan Beach Fire Department's Emergency Preparedness Division. This position provides the opportunity to assist with disaster preparedness planning, Emergency Operations Center (EOC) readiness, research, and support community outreach, public education, and training initiatives. Intern gains exposure to municipal career options in public safety and foundational knowledge of various emergency systems, while performing specific and miscellaneous duties as assigned and doing related work as required.The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the class:Essential DutiesLearn and develop professional and technical knowledge, skills, and practical work experience in the assigned department or function.Assist in collecting data for department studies, functions, and/or projects.Perform basic research, analyze data, and write reports and summaries.Assist in budget preparation and maintenance.Maintain appropriate records and files.Interact with City employees, contractors, and the public in person or via telephone.Assist in the administrative and clerical support activities as needed.MINIMUM QUALIFICATION GUIDELINESTraining and Experience:Must be a recent graduate within the last 6 months or a current student in good standing at an accredited college or university with major coursework in emergency management, disaster preparedness, homeland security, public safety, GIS, communications, public administration or a related field. No experience is necessary.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Must have general knowledge of research methods and techniques; the ability to work effectively and communicate with other people both orally and in writing; have organizational skills; follow directions and complete assignments in a timely and efficient manner; and the ability to learn and use personal computer hardware and software. A strong desire to work in a public service oriented environment is beneficial.Special Requirements:In accordance with California Government Code Section 3100, City of Manhattan Beach employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to protect the health, safety, lives, and property of the people of the State.Part-time employees are enrolled in PARS (Public Alternate Retirement System). All part-time and seasonal employees contribute 7.5% each pay period on a pre-tax basis. If an employee reaches 1,000 hours within a fiscal year (July 1st to June 30th) or is already a CalPERS member, then they are enrolled in CalPERS (Public Employees Retirement System).The City complies with California Labor Code 245-249 by providing paid sick leave for part-time hourly employees accordingly.The City of Manhattan Beach does not provide medical/dental/vision benefits to part-time employees. Eligible employees enrolled in CalPERS may opt into a CalPERS medical plan.01Have you recently (within the last six months) graduated or are currently enrolled in good standing with an accredited college or university?YesNo02What is your area of study?03Why are you interested in working with the Emergency Management & Operations division?Required Question#J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Description
Job SummaryThe Intern – Emergency Management & Operations provides short-term staff support to the Manhattan Beach Fire Department's Emergency Preparedness Division. This position provides the opportunity to assist with disaster preparedness planning, Emergency Operations Center (EOC) readiness, research, and support community outreach, public education, and training initiatives. Intern gains exposure to municipal career options in public safety and foundational knowledge of various emergency systems, while performing specific and miscellaneous duties as assigned and doing related work as required.Essential DutiesLearn and develop professional and technical knowledge, skills, and practical work experience in the assigned department or function.Assist in collecting data for department studies, functions, and/or projects.Perform basic research, analyze data, and write reports and summaries.Assist in budget preparation and maintenance.Maintain appropriate records and files.Interact with City employees, contractors, and the public in person or via telephone.Assist in the administrative and clerical support activities as needed.Job SummaryThe Intern – Emergency Management & Operations provides short-term staff support to the Manhattan Beach Fire Department's Emergency Preparedness Division. This position provides the opportunity to assist with disaster preparedness planning, Emergency Operations Center (EOC) readiness, research, and support community outreach, public education, and training initiatives. Intern gains exposure to municipal career options in public safety and foundational knowledge of various emergency systems, while performing specific and miscellaneous duties as assigned and doing related work as required.The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the class:Essential DutiesLearn and develop professional and technical knowledge, skills, and practical work experience in the assigned department or function.Assist in collecting data for department studies, functions, and/or projects.Perform basic research, analyze data, and write reports and summaries.Assist in budget preparation and maintenance.Maintain appropriate records and files.Interact with City employees, contractors, and the public in person or via telephone.Assist in the administrative and clerical support activities as needed.MINIMUM QUALIFICATION GUIDELINESTraining and Experience:Must be a recent graduate within the last 6 months or a current student in good standing at an accredited college or university with major coursework in emergency management, disaster preparedness, homeland security, public safety, GIS, communications, public administration or a related field. No experience is necessary.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Must have general knowledge of research methods and techniques; the ability to work effectively and communicate with other people both orally and in writing; have organizational skills; follow directions and complete assignments in a timely and efficient manner; and the ability to learn and use personal computer hardware and software. A strong desire to work in a public service oriented environment is beneficial.Special Requirements:In accordance with California Government Code Section 3100, City of Manhattan Beach employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to protect the health, safety, lives, and property of the people of the State.Part-time employees are enrolled in PARS (Public Alternate Retirement System). All part-time and seasonal employees contribute 7.5% each pay period on a pre-tax basis. If an employee reaches 1,000 hours within a fiscal year (July 1st to June 30th) or is already a CalPERS member, then they are enrolled in CalPERS (Public Employees Retirement System).The City complies with California Labor Code 245-249 by providing paid sick leave for part-time hourly employees accordingly.The City of Manhattan Beach does not provide medical/dental/vision benefits to part-time employees. Eligible employees enrolled in CalPERS may opt into a CalPERS medical plan.01Have you recently (within the last six months) graduated or are currently enrolled in good standing with an accredited college or university?YesNo02What is your area of study?03Why are you interested in working with the Emergency Management & Operations division?Required Question#J-18808-Ljbffr
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