District Office Intern - Office of Senator Martinez Valladares (Santa Clarita, CA)

Examples Of Duties

• Captures and secures grants from government and non-government organizations to fund the County-wide CERT program.
• Drafts expected project outcomes in specific measurable terms.
• Makes direct contact with funders to support projects.
• Distributes funds as authorized by the CERT programs.
• Represents the County in contacts with other governmental or community agencies and/or the public.
• Confers and cooperates with others on policies and procedures as well as organizational, personnel, and budget issues.
• Prepares required reports.
• Compiles and analyzes narrative financial information and statistical data to improve operations, identify program needs, and/or change service delivery methods.
• Interacts with the community to ensure program effectiveness and responsiveness.
• Maintains contact and ongoing relationships with appropriate individuals and agencies at the local, state, and federal levels.
• Provides Community Emergency Response Training when primary instructors are not available.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Considerable experience and a proven track record in grant writing.
• Some experience in business development, program management, and Community Emergency Response Training.
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft office-word, access, power point, excel).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal ability.
• Proficient in research, interpreting, and analyzing diverse data.
• Able to work collaboratively and independently to achieve stated goals.
• Possess and maintain a valid California driver's license.

Desirable Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in a related discipline.
• Entrepreneurial characteristics.
• Grant writing expertise.
• Some CERT experience.