2026-2027 Local Government Management Fellowship
About The Position
The goal of the Local Government Management Fellowship is to encourage recent college graduates to consider a career in professional local government management by providing opportunity for real-world experience. The fellowship offers the opportunity to work with municipal leaders, gain exposure to municipal operations, and contribute to meaningful projects that directly benefit the community. In addition to work in the Village Manager’s Office, the fellowship will include behind-the-scenes insights into the operations of our police and fire departments as well as major infrastructure projects, fiscal management, human resources, construction permitting, community events, and more. Fellows will be invited to experience all aspects of local government through projects, tours, events, and shadowing with all Village Departments. Fellows will also get to experience the public policy process through public meetings and work with community stakeholders.
Requirements
- Applicants must be a Spring 2025, Fall 2025 or Spring 2026 graduate from an undergraduate or graduate institution or be currently enrolled in a graduate program in a relevant field.
Responsibilities
- Participate on Communications and Rapid Response team to create and plan content highlighting positive news and information to be shared on various communications platforms, including social media.
- Assist in preparation of budgets for the Village Manager’s Office and Boards and Commissions, including justifications for purchase of capital items.
- Assist with development and annexation proceedings before the Plan Commission
- Write and edit the weekly Status and Information report highlighting Village activities as information for Village Board, Department Heads, and all Village staff.
- Write/Publish monthly e-newsletter for Village residents. Write articles for the Village’s monthly newsletter, the “Villager.” Provide updates to and help maintain the Village’s website (www.elkgrove.org).
- Compile & edit the Village’s annual report, showcasing accomplishments, major events, and operational activities.
- Assist in planning programs and events as part of the Village’s Employee Engagement initiative
- Assist in coordination of and day-of operations for special events, including the summer concert series, Oktoberfest, and more.
- Investigate citizen complaints regarding municipal and utility services. Coordinate responses with operating departments when necessary. Draft responses to citizens.
- Perform research to support Human Resources in the updating of job descriptions and other materials and assist with special Human Resources projects on an as-needed basis.
- Manage wellness programs and initiatives as member of Employee Wellness Committee.
- Track/evaluate data for contract services, including waste/recycling collection and public transportation.
- Conduct research and prepare draft letters and reports for Village officials.
- Review and update promotional and informational materials distributed to residents and businesses, including the Village websites.
- Numerous special projects requiring research and gathering of information; interaction with operating departments for input and implementation.
- Draft letters of support/opposition related to pending State and Federal legislation.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- health/dental/vision benefits
- Membership in the International City/County Managers Association (ICMA)
- Membership in the Illinois City/County Managers Association (ILCMA)
- Membership in the Illinois Association of Municipal Management Assistants (IAMMA)
- Opportunities will be provided to attend local professional development events during the workday.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
