Fellowship/Management Assistant Program

The 2016-2017 David M. Wodynski Memorial Fellowship / Management Assistant Program
 
*Post Graduation Fellowship Program

Location: City of Long Beach

Salary: $53,900, plus a full benefits package and a CalPERS defined benefit pension with an employee participation currently at 6.5 percent of salary (subject to change)

Application Deadline: Monday, February 1, 2016

Description: This program is one of California’s longest-running management training programs and is an excellent opportunity for students interested in embarking on a dynamic and challenging career in local government.  The City of Long Beach’s program is widely recognized as one of the best apprenticeship programs in the nation.

The program provides a structured, supported one-year learning opportunity through which Management Assistants gain broad professional experience in local government.  After a thorough orientation to City operations, Management Assistants rotate through four diverse departmental assignments, including rotations in the City Manager’s Office and the Department of Financial Management.  During these rotational assignments, they gain in-depth insight into City management.  Management Assistants receive full benefits during the year-long program and most participants continue employment with the City following their program.

Job Requirements: Potential candidates must have completed their Master’s Degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Urban Planning, Business Administration or a related field by July 2016. 

To Apply: All application materials must be received online. Click here for application details.

For Questions:
Department of Human Resources (562)570-7144
or more information at: http://www.longbeach.gov/jobs/map