Administrative Intern II

Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles is seeking a professional under general direction to assist in the administration and implementation of departmental policies, procedures, and programs. The role provides broad exposure to organizational operations with duties varying by department and includes preparing documents and reports, researching issues, and disseminating information.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration, plus experience in research

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a post-secondary program or graduation with a Bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration or closely related field.
• Plus one year of experience in providing research and analysis assistance, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs research on departmental concerns; gathers and analyzes data; prepares and updates reports and correspondence; assists in the preparation and submission of grant applications, requests for proposals, and related materials.
• Assists in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures; interprets departmental rules and regulations.
• Performs liaison with other departments and agencies to gather and disseminate information.
• Develops and maintains departmental databases, records, and documentation; completes, types, copies, and files standardized documents; informs supervisor of policy and procedural activities.

Skills

Research and analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration

Job description

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS

Under general direction of a departmental supervisor, assists in the administration and implementation of departmental policies, procedures, and programs. Incumbent performs research on departmental issues, disseminates information, develops and prepares documents and reports, and performs related professional and administrative duties. This classification is intended to provide the incumbent with broad exposure to organizational operations; thus, specific duties will vary between departments. The employee receives assignments from the supervisor, who defines objectives, priorities, and deadlines, and assists the employee with unusual situations that do not have clear precedents.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs research on departmental concerns; gathers and analyzes data; prepares and updates reports and correspondence; assists in the preparation and submission of grant applications, requests for proposals, and related materials.
• Assists in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures; interprets departmental rules and regulations.
• Performs liaison with other departments and agencies to gather and disseminate information.
• Develops and maintains departmental databases, records, and documentation; completes, types, copies, and files standardized documents; informs supervisor of policy and procedural activities.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Current enrollment in a post-secondary program OR graduation with a Bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration or closely related field; supplemented by one (1) year of experience in providing research and analysis assistance; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Special Requirements

• Must attach an official sealed copy of college transcripts with application
• Must possess a valid California Class C Driver's License.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications will be reviewed for relevant experience, education, and/or training. Applications must be detailed and complete for proper evaluation. Resumes may be included but may not be submitted in lieu of application content. Only the most-qualified applicants will be considered and may be invited to the interview and selection process.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Applications will be reviewed for relevant experience, education and training. The application must be detailed and complete for proper evaluation.

HIRING INFORMATION

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment evaluation, which includes: a post-offer medical examination (includes drug and alcohol screening), criminal records check, employment history and education verification, and documentation of the right to work in the United States.

DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION

Testing Accommodations: If you require an accommodation due to a physical, mental or learning disability, please call [phone] or email [e-mail] no less than 72 hours prior to testing date for special assistance. Special testing accommodations may be arranged if verification of the disability is provided by a physician, rehabilitation counselor, or other authority.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Candidates who require a reasonable accommodation in any portion of the selection process should state their need in writing when submitting an application.

NOTE: The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

Pursuant to the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles' Conflict of Interest Policy, new and existing employees are required to refrain from participating in activities, employment or enterprises, which are in conflict with public interest and/or with his or her duties as an employee of the Authority. A copy of the Conflict of Interest Policy may be obtained by visiting our website at: http://www.hacla.org/Portals/0/Attachments/Others/ConflictofInterestPolicy.pdf