The City of Oakland is an equal opportunity employer that values workforce diversity, inclusion, and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the city’s historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants to one of the most diverse cities in the nation, we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting, meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture, community, and individualism of employees.Why Join the Oakland Police Department?The Oakland Police Department provides students with a meaningful opportunity to gain real-world experience while supporting wellness programs that benefit department employees. As a Part-Time Student Trainee, you can build practical skills in organization, research, and communication while working in a professional and supportive environment. Through the City of Oakland, students are part of a diverse and community-focused organization committed to equity and public service, making it a strong starting point for those interested in government or administrative careers.
The City of Oakland is recruiting to fill one (1) part-time Student Trainee vacancy within the Oakland Police Department’s Wellness Unit. Under general supervision, a part-time Student Trainee uses a full range of clerical and technical skills to a perform a variety of clerical, technical, paraprofessional and moderate to complex administrative functions within a department, agency or a special office; conduct research and special studies on City services, policies and programs; assist with or write reports; respond to inquiries from City staff and the general public; and other duties as assigned.
We are looking for someone who is:Creative.You bring fresh ideas and enjoy making wellness programs fun and engaging for staff.
Eager.You bring positive energy and are always ready to jump in and help events and activities to life.
Detail-oriented.You notice the little things and take pride in creating polished, accurate reports, emails, and materials.
Proficient.You know your way around Microsoft Office-Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook-and use them with confidence every day.
What you will typically be responsible for:Researching and gather information on wellness programs.
Supporting the Wellness coordinator with administrative or clerical tasks.
Assisting with the coordination of wellness events.
Developing or disseminating wellness resources throughout the department.
Preparing formal correspondences.
Read the complete job description by clicking this link:Student Trainee, PT* Click on the link below to see a video on what it's like to work for the City of Oakland!Working for the City of OaklandA few reasons you might love this job: You will work a diverse population.
You will gain hands on experience in a supportive environment.
You will make a difference within the City of Oakland.
A few challenges you might face in this job:You will work in a fast-paced environment.
You will handle competing deadlines.
You will work within budget constraints.
Competencies Required:Adaptability: Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires
Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products
Building & Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships
Handling Stress: Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity
Learning Agility: Seeks learning opportunities and applying the lessons to one’s work
Listening: Fully comprehending spoken communication
Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue
Reading Comprehension: Understanding and using written information
Teamwork: Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals
Valuing Diversity: Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace
Any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the following minimum qualifications is acceptable.
Education: Currently enrolled in high school or an accredited college or university and have successfully completed at least one semester.
Experience: None required.
Desirable Qualifications:
- Experience with wellness programs
- Experience in a paramilitary environment
Additional InformationThe City complies with all Federal, State, and local laws mandating Equal Employment Opportunities. All qualified applicants will be considered in accordance with applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.How to ApplyApply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at leasttwo to three hoursto submit your application if you are a new user on the system.APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED ONLINE ONLY.You may apply and view current openings by visiting our employment opportunities webpage at: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/oaklandca/default.cfmIf you do not have access to a computer, there are computer stations available at any City of Oakland Public Library. There are also workstations at the Human Resources Management Department, 150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA 94612. Workstations are available during regular business hours (normally 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.).Our online application system is provided by GovernmentJobs. If you have problems while applying online, please contact GovernmentJobs Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627 between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time, Monday - Friday.You may also call the Oakland Police Department Background and Recruiting Office at (510) 238-3338 for information.
For recruitment-specific questions, please contact Cherrel Alford -calford@oaklandca.gov
