Job Bulletin

Management Fellow
An Equal Opportunity Employer SALARY Salary: Depends on Qualifications OPENING DATE: 12/21/12 POSITION DESCRIPTION: CLOSING DATE: 01/12/13 05:00 PM

CITY OF TACOMA invites applications for the position of:

In an effort to attract, develop and retain talented employees to the organization, the City of Tacoma is hiring for the Tacoma Management Internship Program that will begin June 2013. As the third largest city in Washington, Tacoma offers a wide variety of experience to new professionals who are seeking strong career development in local government. Our City Tacoma is a destination place with the amenities of a big city and the charm of a small town. A dynamic and exciting locale, Tacoma is poised to embrace the future. Located on Puget Sounds majestic Commencement Bay, 18 miles south of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Tacoma serves as a gateway to the Pacific Rim and the rest of the world. A diverse, progressive, international city, Tacoma sits within the Pacific Standard Time zone which enables its businesses to work with Europe first thing in the morning and Asia in the late afternoon. Tacoma was incorporated in 1884 and became known as the City of Destiny when it was designated as the terminus of the Northern Pacific Railroad. Today, Tacoma has grown into a city with a diverse population of approximately 200,000. Many companies have chosen to make Tacoma their regional, national or international headquarters. These include two of the top 100 healthcare providers in the country to leaders in the financial services sector, along with manufacturers and high tech firms: Americold BCRA Design BNY Mellon Brown & Haley Columbia Bank Concrete Technology DaVita Franciscan Health System Jesse Engineering Johnsons Candy McFarland Cascade MultiCare Health Systems Roman Meal Co. Simpson Investment Co. Conserving and preserving Tacomas natural resources -from its marine waterfront to its parks, neighborhoods and public spaces- is a priority for the City of Tacoma. From waste reduction and water quality, to a growing focus on sustainability, the City is committed to providing a variety of services to meet Tacomas environmental concerns. Tacomas 15 neighborhood business districts are a vital part of the Citys economic development strategy, which extends the benefits of development into core neighborhood business areas. District associations provide a valuable communication link between the City and Tacomas small businesses. The neighborhood districts offer a diverse array of goods and services, live music, casual and fine dining venues, artisan coffee shops, unique boutiques and more. About the Program The City of Tacoma Management Intern Program, formerly known as the Management Fellowship, is a

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nationally recognized program that has been training future municipal leaders since 2006. If you are interested in a rewarding and challenging public service career, this is an excellent opportunity to apply to work in an award-winning municipal corporation in one of the fastest growing metropolitan areas in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. The program is designed to attract, develop and retain talented individuals with an interest in a local government management career. This program gives selected participants the opportunity to observe firsthand the efforts of a mid-sized city government working to resolve some of its most pressing issues. Our program is unparalleled in terms of the opportunities participants will have to meet and network with executives and managers. Successful participants are highly recruited by departments to fill available city jobs, and many of our top-level executives began their career with the city in this program. Our full-time program is similar to an 18-month, paid fellowship with each intern spending 6 months in each of the following departments: City Managers Office, Office of Management & Budget and one operating department. The current recruitment is open to talented individuals holding a masters degree or those who will satisfactorily complete all coursework for a masters degree by June 2013. City employees are encouraged to apply. Wide Range of Experiences If selected, you will learn about every facet of a mid-sized, urban, complex city operation from the ground up. During this exciting, and fast-paced 18 months, you will: Work on a variety of assignments and projects that affect our community of 200,000 residents. Gain exposure to innovative best practices in our award-winning organization through your 3 six-month rotations in the City Managers Office, Office of Management & Budget and an operating department that provides direct service to the community. Participate in the process of setting city policy by staffing City Council meetings. Use research and writing skills by studying an issue, recommending solutions and drafting a management report. Work directly with residents and city staff on service delivery to the public. Some of the projects completed by past participants include: Affordable housing & zoning policy creation Performance Management & peer city review project Environment Policy & Sustainability initiatives 2013-2014 Budget Development & Civic Engagement Process In addition to the actual work experience, Management Interns will enjoy the following benefits of working with the City of Tacoma. The Citys comprehensive benefits package includes: Medical, dental & vision care City-sponsored training Student memberships to ICMA and affiliates Bus and light rail pass accommodations Annual and personal paid leave Tacoma Employee's Retirement System Building a career after the program Upon completion of the 18-month program, City Staff will work with each successful Management Intern to explore full-time position opportunities, within the organization, that matches the individual's career interests. QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in Public Administration or satisfactory completion of all class work for a masters degree in public administration prior to taking this position. You are eligible to apply if you still need to complete an internship, thesis, or comprehensive exam, as long as all coursework has been completed. SELECTION PROCESS & Please read the following instructions prior to applying for this position.

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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

If you meet the minimum qualifications: Apply on-line, answering all supplemental questions; Attach a cover letter and resume Following these instructions is crucial to your successfully completing the application process and being considered for this position. Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified from further consideration. The online application system requires you to enter a substantial amount of information. Be prepared to spend a minimum of one hour entering the required information. While completing the application and answering the supplemental questions please be sure to save your work every 20 minutes to ensure that your information is not lost. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will have their supplemental questionnaire responses scored. An applicant's questionnaire will be evaluated on the basis of information provided. The evaluation committee will not have access to your application form, therefore it is the responsibility of the applicant to give accurate and honest responses. Providing false information will result in disqualification. Candidates must pass this examination in order to be placed on the eligible list for interview and hiring consideration. Should you have any questions about this position please call Human Resources at (253) 591-5400 before the closing date.

Reference materials for the supplemental questionnaire are: 1. Municipal Research and Service Center of Washington State - Roles and Responsibilities http://www.mrsc.org/Subjects/Governance/legislative/roles.aspx 2. Municipal Research and Service Center of Washington State - Is It Policy or Administration. http://www.mrsc.org/Subjects/Governance/legislative/policyoradmin.aspx 3. ICMA Code of Ethics http://icma.org/en/icma/knowledge_network/documents/kn/Document/3959/ICMA_Code_of_Ethics 4. Robert Bland, Budgeting: A Budgeting Guide for Local Government. ICMA Press, Second Edition. 2007

APPLICATIONS MAY BE OBTAINED AND FILED ONLINE AT: http://www.cityoftacoma.org ALTERNATIVE FORMAT MAY BE OBTAINED AT: Human Resources Department 747 Market Street Tacoma, WA 98402-3764 253-591-5400 mbaker@cityoftacoma.org An Equal Opportunity Employer

Job #4607-A12 MANAGEMENT FELLOW MB

Management Fellow Supplemental Questionnaire * 1. This supplemental questionnaire is part of the examination process and therefore should be completed thoroughly and honestly. DO NOT indicate "see resume" or copy unrelated content from your resume when answering essay type questions. Answer all information requested in each question. Failure to do so may result in rejection of your application. Your responses to these questions may be assessed in subsequent examination parts; any sign of deliberate misinformation or intentional exaggeration will result in disqualification from the examination process and possible bar from future employment opportunities with the City of Tacoma.

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I certify that the information provided is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification may cancel any terms, conditions or privileges of employment. Yes No * 2. Do you have a Master's degree in Public Administration from a four-year college or university program or have you satisfactorily completed all coursework for a master's degree in public administration? Yes No * 3. Which best describes your qualifications? I have a Master's degree in Public Administration from a four-year college or university program. I have satisfactorily completed all coursework for a master's degree in public administration. None of the above * 4. What is the role of each branch of government in a Council-Manager form of government? The manager formulates policy, while the council is in charge of administering the policy. The council formulates policy, while the manager is in charge of administering this policy. The council and manager work together to set and implement policy. There is no distinction between the two branches of government. * 5. In the Council-Manager form of government, the City Manager typically does not perform the following function: Prepare a proposed budget. Fill positions consistent with local ordinances. Oversee the day to day operation of programs and services. Set tax rates. * 6. In the Council-Manager form of government, the City Council typically does not perform the following function: Adopt a budget. Adopt ordinances regulating local affairs. Decide which governmental services will be provided. Select department heads. * 7. Your friend is managing a County Council campaign in the county that contains the city where you work in the City Manager's office. Your friend asks you to volunteer on the campaign. According to the International City/County Management Association's Code of Ethics, you: Cannot volunteer Can volunteer Can volunteer as long as you disclose this to your employer. Can volunteer as long as you do not make a financial contribution to the campaign. * 8. Which of the services below would most likely be contained in a City's general fund? Police Wastewater Golf Course Water * 9. City's often fund utility services through rates. The budget fund where rate-funded utilities would typically be found is the:

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General fund Capital project fund Internal service fund Enterprise fund Debt service fund * 10. Which of the reasons below is not a reason a capital budget is typically separated out from an operating budget? Capital expenditures are for projects, whereas operating expenditures are for reoccurring expenditures. Capital projects are funded through one-time monies, whereas operating expenditures are funded through recurring revenues. Capital projects deal with external services whereas an operating budget deals with internal services. * 11. Which of the following is not a potential source of revenue for a local government? Property tax Sales tax Income tax Social security tax User charges * 12. Which of the components below would not typically be considered a component of a performance management system? Strategic Plan Departmental Business Plans City Charter Performance Report to Citizens * 13. A city spent $2 million on road repair in 2009. What type of performance measure is the $2 million? Efficiency Effectiveness Input Output * 14. Essay Question (600 words or less): Management Fellows often receive citizen concerns from City Council Members, the City Manager, or directly from citizens at Neighborhood Council meetings. Below is an example of a letter that you may receive from a citizen. Please respond to this sample constituent complaint in no more than 600 words; the following links may help you in your response: Tacoma Cares http://www.cityoftacoma.org/Page.aspx?hid=11781 http://www.cityoftacoma.org/Page.aspx?nid=191 Citizen Letter: Dear Council Member, I am writing on behalf of my Neighborhood Council to express our disappointment in the City's response to ongoing vandalism to the Streets and Grounds Building. I have done some research and discovered that this facility is owned by the City of Tacoma. If the City is going to give out citations when a private land owner's property is vandalized, I feel that the City should be required to respond to their vandalized property more rapidly. This particular piece of property is constantly vandalized and ugly even when it is not vandalized. The buildings large cinderblock wall attracts vandals and crime and is a black eye on our neighborhood. I would like for the City pay closer attention to the issue of graffiti and for the City to speed up their response time. I would also appreciate some

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information on resources available to deal with the issue. Signed, Mr. Smith

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