Salary: $16.90 Hourly
Location : Glendale, CA
Job Type: Hourly – Part-time
Job Number: 1234
Department: Library, Arts and Culture Department
Opening Date: 07/17/2023
Closing Date: 8/18/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
The Position
Under the direct supervision of the Principal Arts & Culture Administrator of the City of Glendale’s Library, Arts & Culture department, the Public Arts Intern will assist in providing programmatic and marketing support to the Arts and Culture Commission’s initiatives including but not limited to: Adams Square Mini Park Gas Station Exhibits, Beyond the Box – Utility Box Mural Art Program, Storefront Art Program and 222 East Concert Series.
The Public Arts Intern position is part of the LA County Department of Arts & Culture’s Arts Internship Program and is a temporary unclassified, non-civil service, hourly, part-time position with no medical, dental or accrued leave benefits, with the exception of AB1522 – healthy workplace healthy family act. Applicant must be currently enrolled in a college or university, must reside or attend college in Los Angeles County, and be interested/willing to complete a 20-30 hour a week internship from October 2023 February 2024 The selected candidate must complete 400 hours of service by the end of February 2024.
Essential functions of the job include, but are not limited to, the following:
Ensures Department services are provided with exceptional customer service and the highest level of ethical standards.
Attend meetings of the Glendale Arts and Culture Commission (ACC).
Assist in preparing materials for the ACC meetings.
Participate in staff meetings and team meetings related to marketing and publicity of ACC programs.
Drives on City business.
Assumes responsibility for ensuring the duties of the position are performed in a safe, efficient manner.
Performs other related duties as assigned or as the situation requires.
Minimum Requirements
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of:
Exceptional customer service practices.
Basic mathematical operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Basic office computer systems and applicable software.
Proper English, spelling, and grammar.
Ability to:Provide exceptional customer service to those using the Library, Arts & Culture Department.
Model and practice the highest standards of ethical conduct.
Read, write, communicate effectively and comprehend directions in English.Other Characteristics
Willingness to:Assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment. Complete 400 hours of service by the end of February 2024.
Work the necessary hours and times, including overtime, to accomplish goals, objectives and required tasks.ExperienceNo specific requirement.
Experience in performing data entry work is highly desirable.
Experience in marketing and/or communications is highly desirable.
Education/TrainingMust be currently enrolled in a college or university in pursuit of an undergraduate degree. Must attach proof of enrollment via transcript. Failure to attach transcript or proof will result in automatic disqualification of application.Special ConditionsThis position is only open to students currently enrolled in a college or university who reside or attend college in Los Angeles County. Recent college or university graduates may apply as long as they have completed their degree between May 1, 2023 to September 1, 2023.Students who have already earned a BA, BS, or a higher degree are not eligible for the Los Angeles County Arts Internship Program.
Students who have previously participated in the program are not eligible to participate a second time.
Students must be able and willing to complete 400 hours of service by the end of February 2024.License(s)/Certification(s)Valid Class C California driver’s license is required.NoteAn equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training may substitute for the listed minimum requirements.Exceptional Customer Service PolicyThe City of Glendale places a high importance on quality customer service and prides itself for the high level of services it provides by every employee of the organization. As employees of the City of Glendale, we are committed to providing our diverse community and each other with courteous, considerate, and personal attention.Please click on the link to read the Exceptional Customer Service Policy.
Selection Process
EVALUATION OF APPLICATION: Submitted Application will be reviewed to ensure applicants meet the minimum requirements. Applicants must complete all Supplemental Questions in order to be considered. NOTE: Due to the large number of applications anticipated, the City of Glendale cannot guarantee that all applicants who qualify will be invited to an oral interview.
ORAL INTERVIEW: (Weight of 100%) To evaluate the applicant’s experience, education, and general background for the position.
TIME AND PLACE OF THE EXAMINATION WILL BE ANNOUNCED. The City of Glendale reserves the right to modify the above stated examination components and/or weights. Should this be necessary, the candidates will be notified of the specific examination components and weights prior to the administration of any examination. The selected candidate will be subjected to a background check including Livescan fingerprinting. The City of Glendale conforms with State and Federal obligations to make reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities. The Human Resources Department asks that it be advised of special needs at least five days prior to the first test part so that a reasonable accommodation may be made. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the City of Glendale requires that all new employees provide documentation to establish both work authorization and identity.
All hourly employees will be enrolled in the Public Agency Retirement System – Alternate Retirement System (PARS-ARS). Hourly employees may also participate in the Flexible Benefit Plan.
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Are you currently enrolled in a college or university in pursuit of an undergraduate degree?Note- candidates with a Bachelor’s Degree or higher are not eligible for this position unless they recently graduated between May 1, 2023 to September 1, 2023.
- Yes
- No
02
Did you attach your transcript or proof of current enrollment in a college or university?Please note that failure to attach proof will result in automatic disqualification of application.
- Yes
- No
03
Do you have experience in marketing and/or communications?
- Yes
- No
04
If your answer to question #3 is YES, please describe your experience in marketing and/or communications. In your answer, please include examples of your marketing and/or communications work, and how long you performed this type work.If you answered NO, please mark N/A.
05
Do you currently reside in Los Angeles County?If selected, you may be asked to provide proof of your residence.
- Yes
- No
06
Are you able and willing to complete 400 hours of service by the end of February 2024?
- Yes
- No
07
What is your highest level of education?
- Some High School (no diploma)
- High School or equivalent
- Some College (with at least 30 college units completed)
- Some College (with at least 60 college units completed)
- Associate’s Degree
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Master’s Degree or higher
- None of the Above
08
Do you possess a California Class “C” Driver’s License?
- Yes
- No
09
How did you FIRST learn about this position?
- City of Glendale Website
- Visited Human Resources in person
- Currently a City employee
- GTV6
- Glassdoor
- GovernmentJobs
- Indeed
- Other
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