Veteran Service Intern

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* Note:

Current Employees must use the***
* ******** career section to apply for this position.
********** The mission of Yakima County Government is to provide accessible, responsive and responsible public service through leadership and teamwork committed to understanding and meeting public needs.
***** Our Values:***
* *** Integrity***
* *** Common Sense***
* *** Innovation***
* *** Accountability***#
** Position Data:
** Intern-H### ### Extra Help Short Term### ### Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime)
** Overview:
** Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour    Closing Date:
March 12, 2026    We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Extra Help Intern to support our team with daily administrative tasks, filing, and organizational needs, while also assisting with veteran support activities and gaining exposure to how we connect veterans with local, state, and federal resources, as well as other general department functions. This internship provides hands-on experience and an opportunity to develop valuable skills in office administration, recordkeeping, customer service, community outreach, and understanding veteran social services and resources.
Benefits:  Washington State Paid Sick Leave### ###
*** This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies that
****** occur within 90 days of the closing of this position.*** (This excludes Yakima County Sheriff's Office and Department of Corrections)
** Responsibilities:
**** Essential Duties:
*** Assist with filing, data entry, organizing documents, and maintaining office supplies.
* Help staff connect veterans with local, state, and federal resources, and support outreach efforts.
* Assist with planning and preparing materials for veteran events, workshops, or informational sessions.
* Perform general office duties such as answering phones, responding to inquiries, and supporting daily departmental operations.
** Qualifications
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* Education and Experience:

*** Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of an accredited college program in relevant field:
* Social work, human services, public administration, or a related field.
* Basic understanding of office procedures and computer skills (Microsoft Office, email, data entry).
* Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
** Skills and

Competencies:

*** Ability to work in a team environment and collaborate with others.
* Able to analyze situations, identify solutions, and follow through with appropriate actions.
* Able to assist clients or stakeholders with patience, empathy, and understanding.
* Proactive in completing tasks, seeking guidance when needed, and eager to gain new skills.
** ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS OR PREFERRED SKILLS
*** Must have an interest in Human Services/Social Work
* Preferred Veteran status or family of Veteran
** Equipment Used:
** Phone, computer, copier, scanner, software, fax, shredder, and other general office equipment.
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* Working Conditions:

** Sedentary Work:
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.**“AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER”  Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and the Disabled are encouraged to apply.
** Yakima County ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of a person’s age, color, creed, sensory, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political belief, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and military status, or any other protected status under federal or state statute.

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