Management Intern - County Manager

at Sedgwick County* in Wichita, Kansas, United States
Job Description

The Sedgwick County Management Intern Program offers a one year opportunity to explore career areas in public administration, gain valuable insight into local government, and be involved in a wide variety of projects. The management intern position involves research and analytical work on an entry-level, professional basis, using various research methods. Interns study administrative systems, policies and practices. They are given in-depth experience with all facets of County government including, but not limited to: public finance, public health, public safety, public works, human resources, and other County functions.
Interns are given work assignments involving meaningful participation in a wide variety of problems facing the Sedgwick County metropolitan area. Interns attend County Commission meetings, other management level meetings, and public events.
The Management Intern is part of the ICMA Local Government Management Fellowship (LGMF) program.
Performs research, analytical work and support as needed:
Collaborate with staff or other stakeholders on projects.
Assist w/ primary research and provide measurement reports.
Conduct secondary research.
Prepare issue papers including problem analysis and potential solutions.
Staff boards or committees with responsibilities such as:
Developing and distributing agendas.
Recording and typing minutes, filing and distributing in a timely manner.
Producing weekly, monthly or quarterly reports per documented procedures or checklists.
Provide administrative support (maintenance of files, membership lists, attendance records, etc.).
Serve as leader or member of project teams:

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