It is always difficult to know what to expect when starting with a new organization you work for. I have been interning with the City of Casa Grande since June of 2009. My official title is Management Analyst Intern. For the better part of my internship I have learned the basics functions of the city and the various departments. I have spent most of my time in the police department where I have worked under the Deputy Chief on revising their policies. In the fall I also worked with the finance department and the city's other full time management analysts in developing new performance measures for each city department. I have had additional tasks and reports during my time so far with the city and done my best to make my mind a sponge in order to learn as much as I can.
Recently I learned that I will be relocating my office from the police department and work out of the city manager's office directly. With the city's budget development in full swing I anticipate I will have some part in that. However, my work with police policies is not over and will continue to work with the command staff on them but will now have additional tasks to fulfill. It will take some time to get accustomed to the relative quietness in city hall compared to the constant sound of police sirens being tested.
I have enjoyed my experience and look forward to continue being involved in a wide range of tasks.
I'm stoked to read your blog and hear updates on your work in Casa Grande, especially after hearing so much about it in Sedona (and on the way there and back). That's great that you're moving closer to the top-level action, and hopefully you get some excellent budget experience. I don't know much about Casa Grande's budget situation, so I'm excited to learn more!
ReplyDeleteThat's great that you get to be involved in so many learning environments. Continue to absorb as much as you can...=)
ReplyDeleteI'm really excited about your blog. I don't know really anything about how a city government functions, especially in the finance department. I hope that you learn a lot and share it with us.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great way to learn the nuances of the different departments - budget and finance! Good info to know as you consider interships and jobs in the future.
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