Policy Internship - Chairs Office
Policy Internship - Chairs Office
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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:
County ChairJob Type:
InternExemption Status:
United States of America (NonExempt)Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
April 15 2025
The Opportunity:
Policy Internship Chairs Office
College to County Intern 2025 Multnomah County Chairs Office Jessica Vega Pederson
Pay Rate: $24 per hour
Job Type: College Intern
Duration: June September 2025 Starting in June
Hours: 30 40 hours per week 360 hours total)
Telework: Hybrid
Location: Multnomah Building 501 SE Hawthorne Blvd Portland OR 97214
TriMet Passes are available if transportation to County facilities is required.
Eligibility requirements and more details found on our College to County website.
About the Chairs Office:
The Chair is the Chief Executive and Personnel Officer of Multnomah County serving more than 800000 residents and leading the organizations efforts to create a community where anyone who needs help can find it everyone shares in opportunity and the most vulnerable among us are protected. The Chair oversees a $3.3 billion budget and more than 6000 employees who work in the various County departments and nondepartmental offices always striving towards operating with equity as a guiding value to establish a work environment that is centered on safety trust and belonging.
The Chairs Office also sets the Countys strategic policy direction and priorities aimed at serving the community equitably and effectively. You can read more about the Chairs work as well as her policy advisors on her County webpage.
Internship Description & Responsibilities:
In this position the C2C intern will research and develop policy recommendations while also supporting other important functions of the Chairs office such as community engagement and communications.
Policy Research:
The C2C intern will identify a specific policy area in which they will conduct research alongside policy advisors and other members of the Chairs staff. The exact area of research will be developed together with the intern and staff but will focus on one or more of the following areas:
Housing and homelessness
Issues related to public safety and community justice
Community engagement
Communications and social media
The interns research will be structured through independent research a series of conversations with subject matter experts the development of policy memos and reports ultimately leading to a staff presentation of the interns policy recommendations. There will be an emphasis on deep engagement with policy material and direct experience crafting policy proposals for an elected official.
Other Responsibilities:
Conduct research around policy in collaboration with Chairs Office staff policy advisors subject matter experts and community members
Develop policy memos reports and presentations
Build relationships across the Chairs Office NonDepartmental Offices and with individuals from the County City Metro State and Community
Engage in communication with constituents by routinely receiving and responding to inquiries by phone & email
Support various countywide & Chairs Office policy and communications projects
Learning Outcomes:
Learn the functions of local government & County Chairs Office
Increase knowledge of community issues and solutions
Expand professional network of peers government officials and community organizations
Completion of a project that will mutually benefit you and Multnomah County
Education & Minimum Qualifications:
College to County Program Eligibility Website
Demonstrate a strong understanding and application of diversity equity and inclusion principles Link to Equity and Empowerment Lens
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an ability to engage and build relationships with diverse work groups
Ability to both follow directions and work independently with minimal supervision
Flexible cooperative and able to adapt and thrive in a changing environment.
Working knowledge of Google Workspace (i.e. Gmail Calendar Docs and Drive)
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience applying a racial equity lens to research projects and policy analysis and commitment to honor research ethics and standards of confidentiality
Strong interpersonal and culturally responsive communication skills informed by lived experiences and customer service best practices
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
