Graduate Intern, Director's Office - Finance & Business Operations Division
King County
Pioneer Square, WA
Full-time
Finance
Posted on March 20, 2023
Salary
$21.76 - $27.58 Hourly
Location
Seattle, WA
Job Type
Intern
Department
DES - Executive Services
Job Number
2023-CP18516
Division
FBOD-Finance & Business Ops
Closing
Continuous
Summary
King County's Finance and Business Operations Division, Director's Office, is seeking a Graduate Intern! Join our innovative team as an Intern and work on division-wide initiatives where your work will make a difference!
We are seeking a Graduate Intern who is proactive, curious, and drives for results. These opportunities will provide personal development and exposure to various aspects of public sector finance and business operations while in partnership with seasoned staff mentors.
The Finance and Business Operations Division's mission is to provide exceptional customer value for accounting, procurement, treasury, and small business services. We are actively seeking employees whose behavior is in alignment with our division's core values.
The Director's Office is a small yet mighty team that helps keep the division running smoothly. From Equity and Social Justice, Lean, Human Resources, and Budget, you'll find that our team members wear many hats and work on a diverse range of programs. The Director's Office works with other divisions and departments to drive for results that make us One King County.
This position is anticipated to start in July/August and will last through the 2023-24 school, depending on the candidate's school schedule and our business needs. During school breaks, the intern may work up to 40 hours per week and during school hours will be negotiated based on academic needs.
NOTE: Intern must be currently enrolled in graduate school.
Learning Objectives:
Marketing and Communications:
Special Projects:
This position is Non-Exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is therefore is overtime eligible. Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule, every other Thursday, normally between 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The position will be working from 20 hours to a maximum of 40 hours per week depending on school schedule. This position is not represented.
The work associated with this position will primarily be remote with time in office as needed.
Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop. When working remotely employees must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (access may be supplemented in some situations) where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. Please note that when an employee conducts work that is likely to bring them in contact with another individual, safety precautions are required, including the wearing of masks in some situations. King County is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to reducing our carbon footprint.
King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment.
The Application Process:
Applicants from this recruitment may be used to fill future opportunities in this job classification.
If you have any questions or concerns while applying, please contact:
Caitlyn Prouty, Recruiter
Email: cprouty@kingcounty.gov
Supplemental Information
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our "True North" , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
This position is not eligible for King County leave, holiday, insured, or other benefits. Please contact the recruiter on the posting for any additional questions regarding associated benefits.
$21.76 - $27.58 Hourly
Location
Seattle, WA
Job Type
Intern
Department
DES - Executive Services
Job Number
2023-CP18516
Division
FBOD-Finance & Business Ops
Closing
Continuous
Summary
King County's Finance and Business Operations Division, Director's Office, is seeking a Graduate Intern! Join our innovative team as an Intern and work on division-wide initiatives where your work will make a difference!
We are seeking a Graduate Intern who is proactive, curious, and drives for results. These opportunities will provide personal development and exposure to various aspects of public sector finance and business operations while in partnership with seasoned staff mentors.
The Finance and Business Operations Division's mission is to provide exceptional customer value for accounting, procurement, treasury, and small business services. We are actively seeking employees whose behavior is in alignment with our division's core values.
The Director's Office is a small yet mighty team that helps keep the division running smoothly. From Equity and Social Justice, Lean, Human Resources, and Budget, you'll find that our team members wear many hats and work on a diverse range of programs. The Director's Office works with other divisions and departments to drive for results that make us One King County.
This position is anticipated to start in July/August and will last through the 2023-24 school, depending on the candidate's school schedule and our business needs. During school breaks, the intern may work up to 40 hours per week and during school hours will be negotiated based on academic needs.
NOTE: Intern must be currently enrolled in graduate school.
Learning Objectives:
Marketing and Communications:
- Update and enhance division's website to share our success stories and who we are to external and internal audiences.
- Create and update our division-wide communications using SharePoint, Constant Contact, and other publishing tools.
- Create marketing materials and marketing plan for division programs including Lean, ESJ, and Employee Engagement events, as well as aid in coordinating and advertising
- Communicate and market success stories around our Equity and Social Justice Work, Employee Engagement, Lean Initiative, and process improvements, as well as update Director's Office Visual Board.
- Support marketing alignment with FBOD's ESJ Action Plan and King County's Strategic Plan.
- Update and curate social media library for ESJ initiative including but not limited to articles, videos, podcasts, and powerful images.
- Update online training content as needed
Special Projects:
- Lead team efforts through event coordination to promote and drive employee engagement
- Support division leadership by working on cross-functional projects including legislation, policy updates, employee engagement, ESJ, Lean, and other general administrative functions as needed.
- Provide an administrative support for the division leadership as needed
- Are proactive learners who are curious, creative, and thoughtful about how to create and improve upon processes.
- Are flexible, professional, and can work with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Can work autonomously and on a team and are willing to pitch in to help team members wherever they can.
- Go above and beyond to ensure internal and external teams' needs are met and exceeded.
- Have an interest in and understanding of public sector, have fun, and are responsible in a professional environment.
- Are proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite, Teams, Sitecore, and SharePoint.
- Interested in researching and learning new tools as needed.
- Can work and thrive in a virtual setting.
- Have predictable and reliable attendance.
- Have strong time management skills that allows for you to successfully complete tasks.
- Have strong communication, interpersonal, writing and customer service skills.
- Can uphold our values
This position is Non-Exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is therefore is overtime eligible. Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule, every other Thursday, normally between 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The position will be working from 20 hours to a maximum of 40 hours per week depending on school schedule. This position is not represented.
The work associated with this position will primarily be remote with time in office as needed.
Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop. When working remotely employees must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (access may be supplemented in some situations) where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. Please note that when an employee conducts work that is likely to bring them in contact with another individual, safety precautions are required, including the wearing of masks in some situations. King County is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to reducing our carbon footprint.
King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment.
The Application Process:
- A completed King County Application is required.
- A Cover Letter stating why you are interested in the internship is required.
- A current Resume is desired.
Applicants from this recruitment may be used to fill future opportunities in this job classification.
If you have any questions or concerns while applying, please contact:
Caitlyn Prouty, Recruiter
Email: cprouty@kingcounty.gov
Supplemental Information
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our "True North" , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
This position is not eligible for King County leave, holiday, insured, or other benefits. Please contact the recruiter on the posting for any additional questions regarding associated benefits.