Hello, we’re ! Metro is dedicated to shaping a better future for the greater Portland region. The work the people of Metro do every day benefits the lives of the people who live here, today, and tomorrow.
Are you eager to learn more about regional government? Do you approach your work with an attitude that no job is too big or too small? If so, the Metro Council Office is seeking enthusiastic applicants who enjoy working in a fast paced and friendly environment. Come be a part of our team!
This cycle we will be hiring for two council office intern positions, one to start in mid-August and the other to start in mid-September.
Metro is the only elected regional government in the country and serves more than 1.5 million people in the urbanized portions of Clackamas, Multnomah, and Washington counties. Metro’s responsibilities include planning for land use and transportation as well as managing the region’s Urban Growth Boundary, solid waste and recycling system, 17,000 acres of parks, trails and natural areas, and visitor venues including the Oregon Zoo. Metro is dedicated to shaping a better future for the greater Portland region. The work the people of Metro do every day benefits the lives of the people who live here, today and tomorrow. Learn more about the benefits Metro offers.
As the Council Office Support Intern you will
- Participate in and observe Metro Council meetings and work sessions, including managing meeting materials, and communicating with councilors, agency staff and external stakeholders.
- Learn the skills needed to organize and help run meetings by: executing meeting setup/takedown; operating audio/visual equipment; taking minutes; writing meeting communications; and archiving meeting materials.
- Collaborate and build networking relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including regional leaders and elected officials.
- Support office operations including but not limited to answering office emails and phone calls and scheduling meetings.
- Have opportunities to work on projects with other departments as needed, based on the skills and desires of the intern and project availability.
Attributes for success- Is passionate about providing superior public service in a team environment.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Ability to complete work with minimal supervision.
- Listen actively to customers, respond to their needs in a timely manner and show appropriate respect.
- Intermediate to advanced experience and knowledge using Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat.
- Eagerness to learn new skills!`
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
At Metro, we strive to cultivate diversity, advance equity, and practice inclusion in all of its work. This means attracting and empowering a workforce that is inclusive of a broad range of human qualities. Workplace diversity is both a moral imperative and a business strength, essential to providing quality support and services to our region. Metro’s goal is to hire, develop and retain highly skilled and talented individuals across all departments and programs who best reflect the diversity of our community. TO QUALIFY
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific in your application materials on how your background is relevant. Minimum qualifications- High school diploma or GED, AND
- 1-2 years experience working in an office or customer service environment OR
- Any combination of education, professional, volunteer and lived experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the classification duties and responsibilities.
Working Conditions
This position is located at Metro Regional Center, located at 600 NE Grand Ave. The Council Office is currently working in person on Tuesdays and Thursdays. All other work will be performed off-site.
If this statement is true for you, then you may be ineligible to apply
If you were terminated for cause during any employment with Metro, or resigned in lieu of termination, you may be ineligible for rehire for a minimum of 3 years. Hybrid Telework
At this time, this position is designated as “hybrid telework.” You will have the option to work away from the office, although there may be times that coming into the office will be required. The manager will work with you to identify a schedule that balances the operational needs of the department and your needs. Employees must reside in Oregon or Washington to work at Metro SCREENING AND EVALUATION
The application packet: The application packet consists of the following required documents. Please ensure that you upload these documents in your online application. Make sure your application is complete, missing any part of these items could result in an incomplete application and will not be moved forward in the recruitment.- A completed online application; AND
- Attachment of a cover letter: AND
- Responses to all supplemental questions
The selection process: We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows. The selection process is subject to change.
- Initial review of minimum qualifications
- In-depth evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates
- Consideration of top candidates/interviews
- Testing/assessments (if applicable)
- Reference check
- Background, driving records check for finalist candidate (if applicable)
COMPENSATION, BENEFITS AND REPRESENTATON
The full salary range for this position is step # 1 $20.20 per hour to step # 3 $24.00 per hour. However, unless a candidate’s qualifications justify, based on the r
equirements and Metro’s internal equity review process, the appointment will likely be made between Step 1, $20.20 per hour to the equity range Step # 2, $22.00 per hour.
This position is eligible for overtime and is non-represented. It is classified as an Intern.
Classification descriptions are typically written broadly and do not include the specific duties and responsibilities of the positions. Questions?
Talent Acquisition Specialist: Lamarkus Gilliard
Email:
Job Type: Internship
Location: 600 NE Grand Ave, Portland, Oregon
Agency: Council/COO/GAPD