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City of Sonora

DOW Skillbridge-City Secretary Internship

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At a glance

Open to
All branches
Format
In person
Length
151 - 180 days
Locations
1 location in Texas
Target MOS/ratings
Army 42A/27D, Navy YN/LN, Air Force 3F0/5J0, Marine Corps 0111/4421
Nearest installation
Goodfellow Air Force Base

About the program

The City Secretary's office is the official keeper of the City's records and the hub for City Council meetings, elections and public information. This internship gives a transitioning service member hands-on experience in local government administration. Military skills in administration, records, compliance and attention to detail transfer directly to this work.

Jobs this program prepares you for

Duties and learning objectivesUnder the direction of the City Secretary, the intern will learn and assist with:• City Council meetings: preparing agendas and packets, posting notices under the Texas Open Meetings Act, attending meetings and drafting minutes.• Records management: filing, indexing and retaining City records under the City's retention schedule and Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC) rules.• Public information requests: logging, tracking and helping respond to requests under the Texas Public Information Act.• Ordinances and resolutions: recording, attesting support and maintaining the City's official ordinance and resolution books.• Municipal elections: helping with election calendars, candidate filings, notices and canvass documents under the Texas Election Code.• Permits and licenses: processing applications and maintaining related records as assigned.• Customer service: assisting residents at the front counter and by phone, and routing questions to the right department.• Special projects: digitizing records, updating procedures and supporting other City Hall administrative work.

Eligibility & prerequisites

Eligibility and qualificationsSkillBridge requirements• Active-duty service member (or eligible Guard/Reserve member) within the final 180 days of service.• Written approval from the unit commander to participate in SkillBridge.• Able to report to Sonora City Hall in person for the full internship.Preferred skills• Military administrative, personnel, legal or records experience (for example, Army 42A/27D, Navy YN/LN, Air Force 3F0/5J0, Marine Corps 0111/4421).• Strong writing, proofreading and note-taking skills.• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.• High attention to detail and the ability to handle confidential information.• Professional, courteous approach to the public.• Interest in a career in local government or public administration.The selected candidate must pass a City background check.

What you will gain• Practical experience in Texas municipal government and public meeting compliance.• Exposure to the work of a Texas city secretary, including preparation toward the Texas Municipal Clerks Certification Program (TMCCP) if pursued later.• Mentorship from the City Secretary and City Hall leadership.• A professional reference and a documented record of municipal work.• Consideration for City of Sonora employment openings that arise during or after the internship (not guaranteed).

Locations & contacts

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How to apply

  1. Contact the provider using the website or email above. Ask about openings, start dates, and the application.
  2. Confirm eligibility. SkillBridge is generally for service members within 180 days of separation who have their command's approval.
  3. Get your unit commander's authorization following your branch's SkillBridge process. Start early; approvals take time.
  4. Read reviews from past participants on Rate My SkillBridge.

Policy details: official DoW SkillBridge site · our FAQ

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