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Location : Arlington, VA
Job Type: Full-Time Limited Duration
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 1513-24F-SRF-BH
Department: Sheriff's Office
Division: SRF Adminstration
Opening Date: 11/17/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Information
*This is a one-year, full-time, paid Internship Program*
Arlington County is an exciting, innovative local government entity located in Northern Virginia. We are seeking a highly motivated individual for an exciting one-year Internship with the Sheriff's Office. This Internship will provide recent college graduates and currently enrolled graduate students with in-depth, hands-on learning opportunities in areas critical to supporting the Administration division's initiatives while participating in a developmental training cohort with peers. Over the course of a year, Interns work under the mentorship and supervision of senior staff members to gain valuable on-the-job training and real-world work experience.
Under the direction of a supervisor and mentor the intern will assist with the following:
Selection Criteria
Minimum: Recent, 2022 and/or 2023 college graduates earning either a Bachelor's or a Master's degree* in the area of consideration prior to the start date of the internship must have:
Degree Requirements: Computer Science, Communications, Information Systems Technology, or related field.
Desirable: Preference may be given to candidates with a G.P.A. of 3.0 or above (Applicants may be asked to provide official transcripts) and experience in any of the following:
Special Requirements
Driver's License: The applicant must possess, or obtain by the time of appointment, a valid motor vehicle operator's license from the applicant's place of residence or the applicant must have the ability or willingness to use alternative methods of transportation to perform assigned duties and responsibilities at locations other than the primary worksite. If the applicant possesses or acquires a license, the applicant must authorize Arlington County to obtain, or the applicant must provide, a copy of the applicant's official state/district driving record. Any offer of employment may be contingent upon a favorable review of the applicant's driving record.
Polygraph/Background Check: A pre-employment criminal records check will be conducted. It may include checks of the following: criminal record, driving record, education, professional licensure, and credit history. A pre-hire polygraph examination will also be conducted due to the sensitive nature of the role. You may be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information. A pre-hire federal background check and State of Virginia Central Registry check will also be completed before hire.
Additional Information
Work Hours: Monday - Friday, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., with some flexibility between those hours. Some telework is available with prior approval from the supervisor.
This is not a full-time remote opportunity. Employees will be expected to be in the office at the discretion of the Supervisor and needs of the agency as well as to attend in-person classroom training.
Applicants may be asked to provide certified official transcripts.
Your responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire are considered part of the selection process. Please do not enter "see resume" as a response to the questions.
Each section of the application must be completed. A resume may be attached; however, it will not substitute for the completed application. A cover letter will also be required to be attached to your application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
The official title for this position is Management Intern I (Cohort).
All Management Intern I's are eligible for County government employee benefits that include leave and health insurance.
For more information on Arlington County's benefits, click here.
Arlington County is committed to advancing diversity, equity, access, and inclusion across all our services, activities, and programs. Learn more about our commitment.
#LI-Hybrid
Applicants who have questions or need assistance with the application may telephone (703) 228-3500 or visit the Human Resources Department. Our staff will be happy to work with you to enter your application into the system. Public access computers are available at all County Libraries, and in the Human Resources Department.
The examination process for this position may include: (1) training and experience evaluation; (2) written and oral examination; (3) personal interview; (4) performance test/work sample; and/or (5) physical examination.
Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process. Please call the ADA Coordinator at 703-228-3559 (voice) or email .
Arlington County Government employee benefits depend on whether a position is permanent, the number of hours worked, and the number of months the position is scheduled.
Specific information on benefits and conditions of employment can be found on the Arlington County Human Resources Department website: www.arlingtonva.us/pers.
Permanent, Full-Time Appointments
All jobs are permanent, full-time appointments unless otherwise stated in the announcement. The following benefits are available:
Paid Leave: Vacation leave is earned at the rate of five hours biweekly (part-time is prorated). Leave accrual increases gradually until eight hours of leave are earned biweekly for twelve or more years of service. Sick leave is earned at the rate of four hours biweekly. There are eleven paid holidays each year.
Health and Dental Insurance: Three group health insurance plans are offered - a network open access plan, a point-of-service plan, and a health maintenance organization. A group dental insurance plan is also offered. The County pays a significant portion of the premium for these plans for employees and their dependents. A discount vision plan is provided for eye care needs.
Life Insurance: A group term policy of basic life insurance is provided at no cost to employees. The benefit is one times annual salary. Additional life insurance is available with rates based on the employee's age and smoker/non-smoker status.
Retirement: The County offers three vehicles to help you prepare for retirement: a defined benefit plan, a defined contribution plan (401(a)), and a deferred compensation plan (457). The defined benefit plan provides a monthly retirement benefit based on your final average salary and years of service with the County. You contribute a portion of your salary on a pre-tax basis to this plan. General employees contribute 4% of pay; uniformed PUBLIC SAFETY employees contribute 7.5% of pay. Employees become vested in the plan at five years of service. The County also contributes to this plan.
For general employees, the County also contributes 4.2% of pay to a defined contribution plan (401(a)) . The County also matches your 457 contribution, up to $20 per pay period, in this plan. The 457 deferred compensation plan allows you to set aside money on either a pre-tax (457b) or post-tax (457 Roth) basis up to the IRS annual limit. New employees are automatically enrolled with a pre-tax contribution equal to 2% of your base pay.
Other Benefits: The County also offers health, dependent care, and parking flexible spending accounts; long-term care insurance; tuition assistance; transit and walk/bike to work subsidies; a college savings plan; wellness programs; training opportunities; and a variety of other employee benefits.
Permanent, Part-Time Appointments:
Part time employees who work ten or more hours per week receive paid leave and benefits in proportion to the number of hours worked per week.
Limited Term Appointments:
Benefits are the same as permanent appointments except that the employees do not achieve permanent status.
Temporary Regular Appointments:
Temporary regular employees who work 30 hours or more per week are eligible for health, dental, and basic life insurance as described above. They are also eligible for vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.
Temporary Seasonal and Occasional Appointments:
Temporary employees who work on a seasonal basis or variable hours receive sick leave, but do not normally receive other paid leave or benefits. Exceptions are noted in individual announcements.
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Candidates must be willing to complete a pre-hire background check as a condition of employment. It may include extensive checks of the following: criminal record, driving record, education, professional licensure and credit history. You will be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information. A background investigation and pre-employment polygraph examination administered by the Police Department or Sheriff's Office will be required as a condition of employment. Are you willing to complete the required background check as a condition of employment?
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Please provide the following information that will help us determine suitable assignments: - Degree (indicate if working on or earned (BA/MA): - Date of graduation/anticipated graduation (month and year): - Degree type Earned(BS, BA, etc.): - Field/Focus area of study:
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I understand that this position has a preferred GPA of 3.0. I am able to provide a certified official transcript from my college or university if requested.
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Please describe a successful project/assignment where you have had the opportunity to demonstrate your initiative, innovation, and problem-solving skills that are relevant to the position(s) for which you are applying. What was your role and why did you feel it was successful?
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Please describe how your degree has prepared you for the position which you are applying for.
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Please briefly describe any other information in your background which you want us to consider when reviewing your application. Use this opportunity to highlight your awards, classroom coursework, projects, internships, knowledge, skills, and abilities which have prepared you for this challenging and exciting position.
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Please describe any experience that you have with Web Content Management Systems. Please list which one(s) you have experience with and describe your level of proficiency. If you have no experience, please type "N/A".
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Please describe any experience with HTML5, Java, jQuery, or other programming languages. If you have no experience, please type "N/A".
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Location : Arlington, VA
Job Type: Full-Time Limited Duration
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 1513-24F-SRF-BH
Department: Sheriff's Office
Division: SRF Adminstration
Opening Date: 11/17/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Information
*This is a one-year, full-time, paid Internship Program*
Arlington County is an exciting, innovative local government entity located in Northern Virginia. We are seeking a highly motivated individual for an exciting one-year Internship with the Sheriff's Office. This Internship will provide recent college graduates and currently enrolled graduate students with in-depth, hands-on learning opportunities in areas critical to supporting the Administration division's initiatives while participating in a developmental training cohort with peers. Over the course of a year, Interns work under the mentorship and supervision of senior staff members to gain valuable on-the-job training and real-world work experience.
Under the direction of a supervisor and mentor the intern will assist with the following:
- Supporting PUBLIC SAFETY agencies in website design and content management;
- Incorporating multimedia elements, including images, videos, infographics, and interactive features, into web content to enhance engagement;
- Ensuring that web content aligns with County and agency policies, regulations, and guidelines; and
- Ensuring web content complies with ADA accessibility standards.
Selection Criteria
Minimum: Recent, 2022 and/or 2023 college graduates earning either a Bachelor's or a Master's degree* in the area of consideration prior to the start date of the internship must have:
- No significant professional-level work experience (less than one year) in internship field;
- Applicants who are currently enrolled in a Master's degree program related to the internship must not have significant professional-level work experience in the internship area and must be available to work during designated hours; and
- *Any time lapse between earning degrees may not include significant professional-level work experience.
Degree Requirements: Computer Science, Communications, Information Systems Technology, or related field.
Desirable: Preference may be given to candidates with a G.P.A. of 3.0 or above (Applicants may be asked to provide official transcripts) and experience in any of the following:
- HTML5, Java, jQuery or other programming languages;
- Content Management Systems such as OpenCities;
- Photoshop or other graphic design software;
- Creating responsive web designs; and/or
- IT service management software applications.
Special Requirements
Driver's License: The applicant must possess, or obtain by the time of appointment, a valid motor vehicle operator's license from the applicant's place of residence or the applicant must have the ability or willingness to use alternative methods of transportation to perform assigned duties and responsibilities at locations other than the primary worksite. If the applicant possesses or acquires a license, the applicant must authorize Arlington County to obtain, or the applicant must provide, a copy of the applicant's official state/district driving record. Any offer of employment may be contingent upon a favorable review of the applicant's driving record.
Polygraph/Background Check: A pre-employment criminal records check will be conducted. It may include checks of the following: criminal record, driving record, education, professional licensure, and credit history. A pre-hire polygraph examination will also be conducted due to the sensitive nature of the role. You may be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information. A pre-hire federal background check and State of Virginia Central Registry check will also be completed before hire.
Additional Information
Work Hours: Monday - Friday, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., with some flexibility between those hours. Some telework is available with prior approval from the supervisor.
This is not a full-time remote opportunity. Employees will be expected to be in the office at the discretion of the Supervisor and needs of the agency as well as to attend in-person classroom training.
Applicants may be asked to provide certified official transcripts.
Your responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire are considered part of the selection process. Please do not enter "see resume" as a response to the questions.
Each section of the application must be completed. A resume may be attached; however, it will not substitute for the completed application. A cover letter will also be required to be attached to your application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
The official title for this position is Management Intern I (Cohort).
All Management Intern I's are eligible for County government employee benefits that include leave and health insurance.
For more information on Arlington County's benefits, click here.
Arlington County is committed to advancing diversity, equity, access, and inclusion across all our services, activities, and programs. Learn more about our commitment.
#LI-Hybrid
Applicants who have questions or need assistance with the application may telephone (703) 228-3500 or visit the Human Resources Department. Our staff will be happy to work with you to enter your application into the system. Public access computers are available at all County Libraries, and in the Human Resources Department.
The examination process for this position may include: (1) training and experience evaluation; (2) written and oral examination; (3) personal interview; (4) performance test/work sample; and/or (5) physical examination.
Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process. Please call the ADA Coordinator at 703-228-3559 (voice) or email .
Arlington County Government employee benefits depend on whether a position is permanent, the number of hours worked, and the number of months the position is scheduled.
Specific information on benefits and conditions of employment can be found on the Arlington County Human Resources Department website: www.arlingtonva.us/pers.
Permanent, Full-Time Appointments
All jobs are permanent, full-time appointments unless otherwise stated in the announcement. The following benefits are available:
Paid Leave: Vacation leave is earned at the rate of five hours biweekly (part-time is prorated). Leave accrual increases gradually until eight hours of leave are earned biweekly for twelve or more years of service. Sick leave is earned at the rate of four hours biweekly. There are eleven paid holidays each year.
Health and Dental Insurance: Three group health insurance plans are offered - a network open access plan, a point-of-service plan, and a health maintenance organization. A group dental insurance plan is also offered. The County pays a significant portion of the premium for these plans for employees and their dependents. A discount vision plan is provided for eye care needs.
Life Insurance: A group term policy of basic life insurance is provided at no cost to employees. The benefit is one times annual salary. Additional life insurance is available with rates based on the employee's age and smoker/non-smoker status.
Retirement: The County offers three vehicles to help you prepare for retirement: a defined benefit plan, a defined contribution plan (401(a)), and a deferred compensation plan (457). The defined benefit plan provides a monthly retirement benefit based on your final average salary and years of service with the County. You contribute a portion of your salary on a pre-tax basis to this plan. General employees contribute 4% of pay; uniformed PUBLIC SAFETY employees contribute 7.5% of pay. Employees become vested in the plan at five years of service. The County also contributes to this plan.
For general employees, the County also contributes 4.2% of pay to a defined contribution plan (401(a)) . The County also matches your 457 contribution, up to $20 per pay period, in this plan. The 457 deferred compensation plan allows you to set aside money on either a pre-tax (457b) or post-tax (457 Roth) basis up to the IRS annual limit. New employees are automatically enrolled with a pre-tax contribution equal to 2% of your base pay.
Other Benefits: The County also offers health, dependent care, and parking flexible spending accounts; long-term care insurance; tuition assistance; transit and walk/bike to work subsidies; a college savings plan; wellness programs; training opportunities; and a variety of other employee benefits.
Permanent, Part-Time Appointments:
Part time employees who work ten or more hours per week receive paid leave and benefits in proportion to the number of hours worked per week.
Limited Term Appointments:
Benefits are the same as permanent appointments except that the employees do not achieve permanent status.
Temporary Regular Appointments:
Temporary regular employees who work 30 hours or more per week are eligible for health, dental, and basic life insurance as described above. They are also eligible for vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.
Temporary Seasonal and Occasional Appointments:
Temporary employees who work on a seasonal basis or variable hours receive sick leave, but do not normally receive other paid leave or benefits. Exceptions are noted in individual announcements.
01
Candidates must be willing to complete a pre-hire background check as a condition of employment. It may include extensive checks of the following: criminal record, driving record, education, professional licensure and credit history. You will be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information. A background investigation and pre-employment polygraph examination administered by the Police Department or Sheriff's Office will be required as a condition of employment. Are you willing to complete the required background check as a condition of employment?
- Yes
- No
02
Please provide the following information that will help us determine suitable assignments: - Degree (indicate if working on or earned (BA/MA): - Date of graduation/anticipated graduation (month and year): - Degree type Earned(BS, BA, etc.): - Field/Focus area of study:
03
I understand that this position has a preferred GPA of 3.0. I am able to provide a certified official transcript from my college or university if requested.
- Yes
- No
04
Please describe a successful project/assignment where you have had the opportunity to demonstrate your initiative, innovation, and problem-solving skills that are relevant to the position(s) for which you are applying. What was your role and why did you feel it was successful?
05
Please describe how your degree has prepared you for the position which you are applying for.
06
Please briefly describe any other information in your background which you want us to consider when reviewing your application. Use this opportunity to highlight your awards, classroom coursework, projects, internships, knowledge, skills, and abilities which have prepared you for this challenging and exciting position.
07
Please describe any experience that you have with Web Content Management Systems. Please list which one(s) you have experience with and describe your level of proficiency. If you have no experience, please type "N/A".
08
Please describe any experience with HTML5, Java, jQuery, or other programming languages. If you have no experience, please type "N/A".
Required Question
