This recruitment is intended to fill College Intern (Extra-Help) position. Extra-help employees do not have rights to a regular position or continued employment and are excluded from civil service. The hours worked may be part-time or full-time, but hours cannot exceed more than 999 hours in a fiscal year.
Note: All CalPERS retirees applying for Extra Help positions must meet CalPERS post retirement employment requirements. Work must be performed for a limited duration and retiree annuitant may not work more than 960 hours per fiscal year.
POSITION REQUIREMENTSEducation: Current enrollment in an accredited college or university.
Click here for College Intern Job DescriptionCollege Intern positions offer college students practical work experience through projects, which are related to the student’s field of study. College Students employed in this class may be assigned to various County departments. This recruitment will be use to fill all current and future positions.
The Salary range is from $17.50 - $23.25 depending on College Units completed.
- Lower Level - completion of 0 to 59 semester units (0 to 89-quarter units) $17.50
- Upper Level - completion of at least 60 semester units (90-quarter units). $20.00
- Graduate Level - Actively enrolled in a Master’s Degree Program. $23.25
4/11/2024 - 5:00pm - First application review deadline to submit application and required documents.5/02/2024 - 5:00pm - Final review deadline to submit application and required documents. Based on the information provided in the application documents, the most qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination . Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, and an oral board exam. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change.
RETIREES - Solano County invites all to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.
Essential Duties
Duties will vary depending on the department to which the student is assigned and may include but are not limited to the following:
- Learns to assist with technical or professional work.
- Learns to provide information to the public.
- Learns to conduct studies, gather and analyze research data using standardized procedures.
- Participates in assignments related to agency organization, procedures, and budget requirements; gathers tabulates and analyzes data for studies using computers and assists in developing presentations, charts, spreadsheets and other documents and materials.
- Learns to prepare appropriate documentation for activities including administrative reports, progress reports, completion of forms or other work products.
- Learns to interpret agency policies, rules and regulations.
- Acts as a resource to other departments by providing or researching information or referring to other organizations, agencies, programs and individuals in the course of assigned duties.
- Attends and participates in standard activities such as staff meetings, in-service training, and workshops.
Position Requirements
Knowledge of:
- Basic goals and principles of Public Administration.
- General principles of organization, administration and management.
- Methods used in budget and administrative analysis.
Skills to:
- Operate office equipment including a personal computer, copy and fax machines and printers.
Ability to:
- Learn to research, comprehend, interpret, and apply laws/legislation, rules, regulations, procedures, and related information; comply with laws, regulations, and professional practices.
- Learn to collect and analyze data to establish/identify needs and evaluate program effectiveness.
- Learn to initiate studies and prepare reports on administrative issues.
- Plan, organize, and prioritize daily assignments and work activities.
- Use computer assistance to gather and analyze data.
- Maintain accurate records and document actions taken; use proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
- Effectively communicate and interact with County management staff, department managers, the general public, and all other groups involved in the activities of the department both orally and in writing; communicate effectively with people of diverse socioeconomic backgrounds and temperaments.
- Demonstrate tact and diplomacy; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Supplemental Information
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTSPossession of a valid Class C California Driver's License may be required.
Proof of enrollment in an accredited college or university must be provided.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATIONIndependent travel may be required.
Incumbents may not work more than 999 hours per fiscal year; unless approved by appropriate authority.
HOW TO APPLY Please visit the County of Solano website,
www.jobsatsolanocounty.com , to apply. Applications must be submitted through the JobAps system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (degree/transcripts, certificates, DD-214 if applicable, ADA Accommodation Request) must be submitted by the final filing date. Be sure to include the recruitment title (Health Services Manager - Senior) and the recruitment number (23-137170-E1) in your email or fax.
Previously submitted application materials (e.g., copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment .
Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) 784-6170, business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA.
Please note that all dates/times listed in the job announcement are Pacific Time.
DOCUMENT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS A Bachelor’s Degree is required for this position. All candidates must submit a copy of their college diploma (verifying the degree, date earned and area of specialization) or official/unofficial transcripts (verifying the date and degree conferred) by the final filing deadline. Candidates who fail to submit their diploma or transcripts by the final filing date will be disqualified from the recruitment.
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service. The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the close of the recruitment. Please contact the local college or university to learn where this service can be obtained.
How to Submit Your DocumentsIn addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com. Be sure to include the recruitment title (Health Services Manager - Senior) and the recruitment number (23-137170-E1) in your email or fax.
ADA COMPLIANCEPhysical Ability: Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.
Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Some tasks require oral communications ability.
Environmental Factors: Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job.
APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment/testing/examination process (as detailed in the “Selection Process”), must complete the following Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form:
http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?BlobID=23215 .
This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date of the recruitment. Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request.
We offer a benefits package to employees which includes health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
To learn more, view our benefits summary .
Closing Date/Time: 5/2/2024 12:00 AM Pacific
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