DCM- Office of Strategic Initiatives SPARK Internship
DCM- Office of Strategic Initiatives SPARK Internship
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Job Description
Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.
Pay Range:
$15.95 $30.00 HourlyDepartment:
Department of County Management (DCM)Job Type:
InternExemption Status:
United States of America (NonExempt)Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
April 15 2025
The Opportunity:
Office of Strategic Initiatives (SPARK) Summer Internship
Department of County Management
Pay Rate: $24 per hour
Job Type: Temporary College Intern
Duration: Summer 2025 12 weeks Starting in June
Hours: 2030 hours a week 360 hours total)
Telework: Hybrid
Building Physical Location: Multnomah Building 501 SE Hawthorne Blvd Suite 600 Portland OR 97214
Does This Position Require Driving a County Vehicle If so please explain why and frequency: No
TriMet Passes are available if transportation to County facilities is needed.
Eligibility requirements and more details found on our College to County website.
What is the SPARK Unit and what does the SPARK Unit do
The Office of Strategic Initiatives aka SPARK Strategic Planning Performance Agility Reinvention & Knowledge Unit was created in the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget with the intention of being the catalyst for countywide transformation driving strategic focus continuous improvement and innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of our communities. The COO envisioned that the SPARK Unit would drive the development of a countywide strategic plan building on the work of the updated mission vision and values.
What Does the Department of County Management Do
The office of Strategic Initiatives reports into the Chief Operations Officer office (COO) and lives within the Department of County Management (DCM). The COO supervises the appointed department directors across the County providing a crucial link between policymakers (the County Chair and Board of Commissioners) and administrative implementers.DCM provides the Countys administrative infrastructure including the Budget Office Human Resources and Finance. Our central function is to support the County its Departments and Agencies to serve the people who live work and do business in the County. The COOs Office and DCM supports the Chair and elected officials by providing strategic leadership and objective policy analysis. Additionally the COO promotes crossdepartmental collaboration and organizationwide professional development.
Link to the DCM website
Internship Description & Responsibilities:
Coownership of the County Core Services Map with the DCHS C2C Summer Intern
Assist with various countywide operational initiatives projects and/or events.
Provide administrative support such as:
Develop a comprehensive office manual outlining policies procedures and best practices specific to the 6th floor.
Collaborate with team members to create agendas for meetings ensuring all relevant topics are covered.
Attend meetings and take detailed and accurate notes which summarize key discussion points decisions and
action items
Assist in the planning and monitoring of projects led by the COOs office. Coordinate project timelines track project progress and provide regular updates.
Learning Outcomes:
Working with your strengths and growth interests (e.g. facilitating presenting planning and strategizing).
Coordinating a project with you that will be mutually beneficial for you and Multnomah County.
Connecting you to key staff who can help deepen your understanding of public service.
Gain valuable applied experience and make connections in professional fields you are considering for career paths.
Education and Minimum Qualifications:
Candidates should have completed or enrolled in a college/university academic institution.
Promote a culture of respect inclusiveness and appreciation of diverse perspectives backgrounds and values Link to Equity and Empowerment Lens
Ability to communicate with customers and team members via phone email or in person
Ability to both follow directions work both independently and as a team. Experience with managing a project from start to finish.
Ability to work cooperatively and develop effective working relationships with diverse work groups.
Familiarity with Google Suite (e.g. Gmail Calendar Meet Drive Docs and Slides).
Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County we dont just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran or protected veteran status genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans Preference: Under Oregon Law qualifying veterans may apply for veterans preference. Review our veterans preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
Questions
Recruiter:
Cole WhitehurstEmail:
Phone:
Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
Job Profile:
8007 College InternRequired Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Full-Time
