Scholars in Local Government is now hiring!
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Posted By: Hija Chang on January 12, 2015 The Scholars in Local Government Program is looking for the best and the brightest to enter into rewarding and impactful careers in public service. The Scholars program allows talented individuals to bring fresh ideas and new perspectives to local government – Scholars apply their skills and creativity to real world problems and use their leadership abilities to influence policy and practice in the Allegheny County Department of Human Services, an agency hailed as a national model for innovative and effective government. Overview The Scholars in Local Government Program is a highly competitive career development initiative designed to attract recent graduates of masters and doctoral level programs of social work, public policy, public administration, law, business, and related fields to the Allegheny County Department of Human Services. Scholars come from diverse backgrounds and join the Department for one-year appointments, during which they complete high-profile projects and analyze difficult problems. Specific projects are tailored to the individual skill sets and interests of the scholars. In addition to on-the-job training, Scholars are given unique opportunities to meet with high-level government officials, foundation executives, and nonprofit and private sector leaders, as well as participate in educational and professional development opportunities. Scholars who complete their commitment, receive a favorable evaluation, and want to continue working for the County will be given special consideration for full-time employment. Application Process To be considered for the Scholars program, applicants must provide: A fully completed application form A professional résumé Each application essay, as outlined in the Scholars application form Two letters of recommendation (one from an academic institution and one from an employer) An official transcript from every post-secondary educational institution attended Application materials must be submitted and post-marked no later than December 5, 2014. Completed application materials may be e-mailed to scholars@alleghenycounty.us or mailed to the address below. A committee of reviewers from the Department of Human Services and partner organizations will evaluate all applications and invite suitable applicants to interview in Pittsburgh in January 2015. At this session, applicants will be evaluated based on an individual interview and analytic exercise. Candidates will be informed of their status by late February 2015. Scholars begin work in the summer of 2015. Scholars will be employed by Great Lakes Behavioral Research Institute. For more information on the application process, including this year’s application form and deadline date, visit www.alleghenycounty.us/dhs/scholars.aspx Additional Information The application form, answers to frequently asked questions, and the Scholars in Local Government brochure can be accessed at www.alleghenycounty.us/dhs/scholars.aspx Any additional questions can be directed to: Ms. Kelly Wilkinson Attn: Scholars in Local Government application Allegheny County Department of Human Services One Smithfield Street, 4th Floor Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Email: scholars@alleghenycounty.us Click this link to view and apply for this job! If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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Hija Chang
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