Lubbock, Texas
Part Time City Council Intern
Pay$12.80 / hour
LocationLubbock/Texas
Employment typePart-Time
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Job Description
- Req#: 4911218
- Answer phones on the first ring, directing calls correctly, taking detailed, objective messages from citizens, and communicating the messages to the correct city staff;
- Serve as point-of-contact for citizens wishing to share their concerns, questions, and opinions with the Mayor, City Council, and City Manager;
- Write assignments given by Staff: coversheets, remarks, special recognitions, scripts, letters, certificates, and reviewing all documents for grammar, spelling, and researching as needed and promptly;
- Research to complete projects regarding events, documents, letters, or getting contact information;
- Assist in research and analysis of policy for special projects;
- Make deliveries and special trips for Staff for office supplies or items for City Council members;
- Set up and tear down events, lunches, and meetings with Staff;
- Stock the kitchen refrigerator and keep the kitchen clean and stocked;
- Attend meetings with Staff as backup for errands, notes, etc.
- Current Undergraduate or Graduate student in public administration, social sciences, communications, or related field;
- Demonstrate effective oral and written communication;
- The successful applicant will possess strong research and writing skills, proficiency in the internet and social media, flexibility to thrive with multiple assignments, and a willingness to take initiative and learn about municipal government.
Internship Details:
- Duration: May — August 2025. Exact start and end dates depend on the applicant’s availability
- Pay: $12.801 per hour (paid biweekly)
- Hours: Interns typically work an average of 20 hours per week, depending on the office’s needs and the intern’s availability. The office is open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
- Dress: Business casual/ business professional
- Supervisors: Matt Dotray (direct), Addison Barthold, Kristen Murray, Tiegan Bradley
Knowledge of: - Principles and practices of public administration and municipal government;
- Administrative research methods, techniques, and methods of report presentation;
- Utilization of business software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access;
- Analyze difficult administrative problems and develop sound solutions;
- Develop and maintain professional relationships;
- Communicate at multiple organizational levels;
- Maintain the ability to walk and stand frequently;
- Occasionally lift and carry up to 10 pounds.
Under supervision, supports the City Council and City Manager offices in administrative duties, customer service, and special projects for Summer 2025.
*Applicants MUST submit a resume AND upload a response to the writing prompt to be considered*
About the company
Lubbock is the 11th-most populous city in the US state of Texas and the county seat of Lubbock County.