Legislative Intern

Under general supervision, this position assists in general administrative or research functions to develop a working knowledge of a targeted area in municipal government.

• Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following.
• Other related duties may be assigned.
• Observes and assists professionals in the assigned department to learn about areas of career interest.
• Assists, as necessary, in the coordination, administration, or monitoring of specific programs.
• Assists, as necessary, with researching, collecting and organizing data, performing analyses, and preparing reports to supplement knowledge gained through academic courses.
• Participates, as necessary, in finding solutions to existing problems and discusses recommendations with administrative personnel to acquire skills in problem solving.
• Assists with special projects.

• Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws and ordinances.
• Knowledge of applicable processes, techniques, and methods.
• Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in using computers and related software applications.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office equipment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to create clear and concise reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with City employees and the public.

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent.
• Enrolled in an accredited college or university undergraduate degree program, with some advanced coursework related to the internship program.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Government, Business Administration, Political Science, Social Sciences, History, Liberal Arts, Natural Sciences, Engineering, or a related field.
• Two (2) years of relevant experience.
• Experience with the Texas Legislature and/or legislative processes.
• Experience analyzing legislation and/or statutes.
• Familiarity with water utility operations and/or municipal government.
• Experience interpreting and communicating technical information to non-technical audiences.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage shifting priorities while maintaining attention to detail.

Waller Creek Center, 625 E 10th St, Austin, TX

Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, part-time

• This position requires a valid Texas Class C Driver License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date.
• External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite.
• To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.

• If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties.
• Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

This position has been designated as critical for the City of Austin. Critical positions are necessary and vital and support activities that impact City or department operations. Work can be done while at a designated work site or while working at an alternate work…