Opportunity with the City of Dearborn

CO-OP STUDENT/INTERN
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES

RATE OF PAY: $8.00 - $10.00 per hour depending on skills and experience.

HOURS: Average of 20 hours per week scheduled during normal business hours.
(Maximum of 1,000 hours from July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009.)

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
This is an intern position working in a municipal Human Resources Department emphasizing the development of educational programs and the identification of training initiatives. The intern works under the direction of the Human Resources Training Coordinator to assist in the development and coordination of training that meets the long-term goals of the City. Additional responsibilities include limited generalist human resource tasks and activities related to marketing City of Dearborn sponsored training classes to neighboring municipalities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
· Knowledge of professional training methods and practices
· Advanced writing skills
· Ability to communicate effectively with others at multiple levels both verbally and in writing
· Ability to manage multiple tasks well and to carry out complex written and oral instructions.
· Ability to exercise sound judgment and initiative in analyzing problems
· Skills in a variety of computer programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint & ACCESS
· Knowledge of graphic computer programs a plus
· Ability to demonstrate a professional, business manner
· Ability to demonstrate professional phone etiquette skills

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
Applicants must be pursuing a college degree in Human Resources or other related field with a class standing of junior or senior. A valid driver’s license is required.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
· Applicants must submit a City of Dearborn Employment Application, resume and a writing sample. A writing example produced for a classroom assignment is acceptable.
· Copies of most recent transcripts and current references helpful.
· Interviews will be scheduled based upon evaluation of credentials and writing sample

DEARBORN RESIDENCY NOT REQUIRED

LAST FILING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Open until filled.