Job Description

Description

Applications are being accepted for the position of Economic Development Internwith the City of South San Francisco. This is a non-benefited, part-time/hourly position. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED. IF INTERESTED, PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY, AS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.

Hourly Rate:Undergraduate Students: $23-$30/hour

The Department  

The Department of Economic and Community Development includes four divisions that support the physical and economic well-being of South San Francisco:

• Planning – Long-range planning, development review, and zoning administration.
• Building – Enforces building codes and conducts construction inspections.
• Housing – Manages affordable housing programs and housing policy.
• Economic Development – Supports small businesses and promotes economic growth.

THE POSITION

• This position will work specifically in the Economic Development Division.
• Approximately 15 hours per week, with flexibility depending on outside commitments.
• Availability to support some upcoming events scheduled during occasional weekday late afternoons or evenings.
• The duration of this position is for six months from the date of hire, with the ability to extend based on performance.

TYPICAL DUTIES (may include but are not limited to the following):

• Assists the Division with promotions, and marketing programs that support local businesses.
• Assists the Division with City communications, including email campaigns, social media, and flyer distribution.
• Supports the Division with upcoming events hosted by the City and its economic development partners. Upcoming events include, but are not limited to, the Biotech and Beyond Speaker Series, business workshops both in-person and virtual, community events, and night markets. Support may include event planning, outreach, logistics, and day of planning and support, as needed.
• Assists the Division with implementation of some of Skyline College’s Accelerate Fellowship Program past projects that support downtown revitalization, and business support initiatives.
• Assists the Division with planning event logistics including budgets, timelines, and staffing plans. This also includes onsite coordination of events, including set-up, and clean-up.
• The Economic Development Intern may also support occasional follow up reports needed to show performance metrics from events implemented by the Division.
• General administrative support, as needed.
• This position may occasionally work at either City Hall (400 Grand Avenue) or the Economic Advancement Center (366 Grand Avenue) both in South San Francisco. Events and meetings coordinated by the Division take place all within the City of South San Francisco.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Desirable Qualifications:
The ideal candidate has a general knowledge of, or interest in learning, online applications such as Canva, Constant Contact, website editing, PowerPoint, Zoom, or Eventbrite. They are a strategic and creative thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Entrepreneurial, adaptable, and solutions-oriented, they bring a strong commitment to promoting South San Francisco’s economic vitality. This person also enjoys engaging in a public-facing role within a diverse, multicultural community.

Education:
Applicants must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at an accredited community college. Coursework in communications, public administration, business, marketing, community development, or a related field is desirable. 

THE APPLICATION PROCESS:

To be considered, applicants must submit the following REQUIRED items:

• City application
• Responses to the supplemental questionnaire

NOTE: Applications must be filled out in their entirety. Failure to complete the application and/or supplemental questions or failure to include a required attachment will disqualify the applicant from the recruitment process. Failure to list work experience, education or training or indicating “see resume” in the work experience section of the application will be considered an incomplete application and subject to disqualification.

THE SELECTION PROCESS:

Applicants whose submitted application materials demonstrate knowledge, skills and abilities in best alignment with the required and desired qualifications of this position may be invited to an interview by the hiring department.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS SECTION:

Prior to appointment, candidates will be required to submit to any or all of the following (as applicable):

1. Reference Check
2. SSF Background Check

A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment. Determinations are made on a case-by-case basis with consideration given to the nature and recency of the conviction and relationship to job duties. All City standards must be met before the final appointment is made.

Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the recruitment process should advise the Human Resources Department upon submittal of application.  

The policy of the City of South San Francisco is to grant equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or national origin.  It is the intent and desire of the City of South San Francisco that equal employment opportunity will be provided in recruiting, hiring, training, promoting, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment.  The City of South San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

DISCLAIMER: This general announcement does not constitute an express or implied contract and is subject to change. Any provisions contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

Recruitment Contact

Contact phone: (650) 829-6620

Contact email: Ernesto.Lucero@ssfca.gov

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Contract work, Part time, Work experience placement, Internship, Local area, Immediate start, Night shift, Afternoon shift, Weekday work,

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