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Public Administration Intern Extra Help Part-Time

City Of Clovis, California

Job Location:

Clovis, CA - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 20 - 23

Posted: 1 October 2026 (2 days ago)

Application Deadline: 29 December 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

DEFINITION

Under general supervision perform a variety of municipal clerk and administrative support duties within the City Clerks Office; respond to requests and inquiries; and perform related work as required.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

Under supervision perform support duties for the City Clerks Office. The incumbent reports to and takes direction from the City Clerk or the City Clerks designee. Incumbents receive thorough instructions when tasks are initially assigned and after training are expected to perform duties without constant supervision. Work is reviewed frequently upon completion and while in progress. Incumbents are expected to refer any variation in work to the supervisor for instruction.

Examples of Duties

Assist the City Clerks Office with current and new programs services and projects; assist with and learn the processes involved in preparing for and supporting City Council and City boards and commissions meetings; assist with elections public records requests records management and other municipal clerk functions; research compile organize and analyze information for projects and reports; learn and develop knowledge of applicable laws regulations ordinances policies and procedures; provide administrative support; establish and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers City employees public officials and members of the public; and perform related work as required.

Typical Qualifications

LICENSE REQUIRED

Possession of a valid California Drivers License and a good driving record.

EDUCATION
Education:

Business Administration Public Administration Political Science student or in a closely related field with a 3.00 GPA minimum from an accredited college or university;
Preferably a Junior or higher standing from an accredited college or university.

QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:

Basic principles and practices of public administration and local government;
Basic office administrative practices and procedures;
English usage grammar spelling and punctuation;
Basic mathematical principles;
Basic research data collection and recordkeeping methods;
Modern office equipment technology and software applications including Microsoft Word PowerPoint Excel and Outlook; and
Principles of professional communication and customer service.

Ability to:

Read and understand local government laws legislation ordinances regulations policies and procedures;
Learn and apply established procedures under supervision;
Communicate clearly and professionally both orally and in writing;
Understand and follow oral and written instructions;
Perform work accurately with close attention to detail;
Organize assignments manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines;
Research compile organize and present information;
Maintain accurate records and files;
Prepare and update correspondence reports presentations spreadsheets and other materials;
Operate standard office equipment and use modern office software and technology;
Exercise discretion and maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information;
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers City employees public officials and members of the public; and
Provide courteous and professional customer service.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Strength: Light work-lifting carrying and/or pushing 25 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds;
Work is primarily sedentary;
Incumbent may be required to attend periodic evening meetings.

Interested applicants must submit a completed City of Clovis employment application and supplemental addition all of the following items are required for a complete application package: valid college transcripts student grades for verification of a minimum of a total 3.00 GPA The complete application package must be submitted no later than 4:30 p.m. on October 12 2026. Applications must be submitted online at For additional questions you may contact Personnel at . Brief resumes are welcome as a supplement to the Citys standard application form; however the application form and supplemental questionnaire must be filled out completely to be considered. You may attach your resume and valid college transcripts student grades for verification of a minimum of a total 3.00 GPA to the attachment section of the application form at the time of application submission submit by email to or hand deliver by the deadline date and time. A resume only may not be submitted in lieu of a completed employment application to be considered. Applicants may not attach any additional documents that are not required to their application or submit any other documents by email mail fax or hand delivery. Reasonable accommodation when needed for otherwise qualified candidates with disabilities must be requested in writing and faxed to at the time of application submission. Applicants will receive notification regarding the status of their application by email or phone once the applications have been processed and reviewed.

Applicants must meet each qualification for the position at the time of application submission. All applications will be reviewed based on the necessary employment standards for the position. Selection shall be made from those applicants who submit a complete employment application supplemental questionnaire and all required documents meet the position requirements receive a passing score on an initial application screening and receive a qualifying score on an oral interview weighted 100%. Oral interviews for the position will be administered in the City of Clovis. As determined by the City and at the Citys expense successful candidates shall be required to complete and pass a medical examination a drug/alcohol screen and a background investigation. Proof of citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S. will be required at the time of hire.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION

The required documentation for the position must be attached before you submit your online employment application to the City of Clovis. The NEOGOV application site will allow you to attach documents to an employment application that you have already submitted however the system will not allow the City of Clovis to view or print attachments after the online employment application has been submitted. If you do not attach the required documentation prior to submitting your online employment application you must submit the required documents by email to or hand deliver by the deadline date and time to be considered for this employment opportunity. Failure to submit a complete Application Package will result in disqualification from the recruitment process. Applicants may not attach any other documents to their application or submit any other documents by email mail fax or hand delivery.

A complete Application Package contains the following documents in addition to the online application: