GRADUATE FELLOW
Company: City Of Douglasville
Location: Douglasville
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description JOB SUMMARY Under the direction
of the Deputy City Manager, this position is responsible for a
variety of analytical and administrative project support to meet
the goals and objectives of the City. The Graduate Fellow is part
of the International City/County Management Association’s (ICMA)
Next Generation Initiatives entitled Local Government Management
Fellowship (LGMF). The position is a career development opportunity
for recent graduates of a MPA degree or similar program of study.
The individual will have direct mentorship from a senior government
leader and will facilitate projects that will make a substantial
impact in the Douglasville community. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Attends all City Council meetings and makes presentations as
assigned Research and draft new city policies and update current
policies/procedures Creates media and public relations strategy
using resources through the city’s Community Relations Department
Participates in budget development activities including financial
research and program recommendations for City Manager’s Office
Assists all city departments with implementing plan
recommendations, project initiation and identifying gaps in service
delivery Types, composes, prepares, or completes a variety of
correspondence, forms, reports, records, or other documents
requiring knowledge of department programs, policies and
procedures; researches, compiles, consolidates, and/or tabulates
information; incorporates information into requested reports and
other prepared materials; proofreads for accuracy and completeness.
Operational research, productivity analyses and/or management
studies Communication of and oversight of project and program
information to all levels within the organization Assists the City
Manager’s Office, Senior Department Directors, and Division
Directors as needed Attends professional development conferences,
workshops and trainings Performs all other duties as assigned
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Requires a Master’s
Degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, or similar program
of study. Assignments may require a valid driver’s license.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of the activities and
functions of municipal government Knowledge of public information
and public relations techniques Skill in accurate oral and written
communication Skill in presentation Ability to learn, understand
and apply the concepts, practices and procedures of the department
Ability to pay close attention to details Ability to handle several
projects simultaneously Ability to plan, organize and promote
municipal activities, special events and other programs Ability to
evaluate effectiveness of program activities Ability to analyze and
organize data and prepare records and reports Ability to understand
and follow quickly regarding oral and written instructions Ability
to prepare clear and concise reports and maintain accurate records
Ability to maintain alphabetical and chronological files Ability to
work independently without specific instructions Ability to
establish and maintain effective working relationships with City
employees and work in a collaborative manner with others at various
levels within the organization Ability to deal with the public in
an effective and courteous manner and provide excellent customer
service CERTIFICATION, LICENSE AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Requires a
valid driver’s license. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work is medium work
and requires feeling, fingering, grasping, handling, hearing,
mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion,
speaking, talking, visual acuity, and walking. WORK ENVIRONMENT The
incumbent works in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity
to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and
needs.
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