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Job Description
ABOUT US
At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people, “I work for the County of Marin.” Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here . Read on to find out more about this opportunity:
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Marin County Probation Department has a current need for a fixed-temporary position to support preparation and execution of the Probation Department’s summer internship program, Career Explorers, hosted from June 15, 2026 - August 7, 2026. Under general supervision of the Program Coordinator, the student intern helps ensure that program participants have a positive, safe, and enriching experience while gaining exposure to workplace skills, career exploration, and professional development. The intern will work closely with program staff, community partners, and program participants (ages 15-21 years old). Concurrently, the intern will work directly with youth program participants, with support and guidance from the Program Coordinator, for the duration of the summer program; will perform a variety of duties such as basic office tasks, data tracking, produce written notes, provide administrative and logistical support, and other duties as assigned.
ABOUT YOU
Student intern positions are distinguished from all other regular County classifications in that they are considered at-will, short-term and non-continuous. County internships augment and support, rather than replace, duties of regular employees. **This is a fixed short-term position to support the Probation Department’s summer internship program. This position is from May 26, 2026 - August 14, 2026. Hours vary from 25 hours - 40 hours a week as needed.
KNOWLEDGE OF:- Standard office practices include filing systems, and the operation of standard office equipment.
- Standard office applications including word processing, spreadsheet, and database systems.
ABILITY TO:- Navigate conversations with young people to facilitate productive participation in the program.
- Be punctual to support program needs and execution
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY)- Learn policies and procedures related to department and programming.
- Communicate effectively with program staff and transitional-age youth participants (ages 15-21 years old).
- Assist with daily operations of the Career Explorer Program.
- Use database, spreadsheet, word processing, publishing and/or software applications depending on task assignment.
- Work independently with 20-30 youth participants to ensure positive experience; aid as needed.
- Maintain and organize program records, files, and documentation.
- Support a positive learning environment during orientation and throughout internship process
- Prepare program materials.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to youth participants as directed regarding participation in the program.
- Support evaluation efforts including surveys, feedback collection, and reporting.
The Minimum Qualifications:- Enrolled in an academic or vocational curriculum at a college or university, or
- Within one year of having graduated college
- Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office programs
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
ABOUT THE PROCESS:
If you have questions concerning this position announcement, please contact Joy Fossett at joy.fossett@marincounty.gov .
All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status throughout the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails.
Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list.
The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancy and all future vacancies in this assignment that may occur while the list remains active. Eligible lists remain active for a minimum of one year.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: The County of Marin is committed to diversity and invites all qualified people to apply, including persons of color, women, and individuals with disabilities. Upon request, reasonable accommodation may be made for persons with disabilities and for religious reasons, where necessary. If you have questions regarding equal employment opportunities, please contact Roger Crawford, Equal Employment Opportunity Director, at 415-473-2095.
PLEASE NOTE: The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%.
COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL
Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage .
Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units.
Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO, and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more.
Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org.
IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.
Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees.
For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197.
*IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.
Closing Date/Time: 4/22/2026 11:59 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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County of Marin
Show moreThe County of Marin is a vibrant and thriving organization comprised of 23 agencies and departments with a workforce of approximately 2,400 employees. The County’s array of public safety, community development, public works, health and human services, community services and administrative services is governed by the Board of Supervisors, which is made up of an elected representative from each of the five voting districts in this county.
This diverse organization strives to uphold a set of core values at work: respect, trust, integrity, diversity, equality, excellence, accountability, innovation, and collaboration. These values keep the organization and its individuals healthy, resulting in successful and sustainable quality service delivery. In addition, the County is committed to being a well-managed organization that relies on the talents of its workforce to succeed.
OUR MISSION AS A COUNTY:
To provide excellent services that support healthy, safe and sustainable communities; preserve Marin’s unique environmental heritage; and encourage meaningful participation in the governance of the County by all.
When you’re employed in local government the effects of your work are visible all around you. Your work is an integral part of the day-to-day lives of Marin County residents and visitors. From the roads we drive on, to the parks and libraries we visit, to the services we rely on to keep us healthy and safe, County employees contribute directly to the sustained well-being of Marin County’s communities.
We are motivated to preserve the importance of Equity, Economy, Environment and Education that make our County unique. With over 3000 employees, volunteers and interns across 22 departments, we are a part of the communities we serve. We work with our core values in mind: Integrity, Respect, Diversity, Innovation, Collaboration, and Excellence. These values are not only part of our organization’s strategic initiatives and goals[PDF], but they are what unify us in our work across a variety of perspectives and skillsets.
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