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Fiscal Year 2010-2011
The City is currently not recruiting for any Management Fellows.
About the Program
The Palo Alto Management Fellows Program was a year-long program that allows aspiring
individuals with/or pursuing a graduate degree in public administration, public affairs,
urban planning, environmental management, engineering or related fields, to explore the
workings of local city government. Fellows rotated through three city departments within
Palo Alto (see sample rotation schedules below). Through the course of the program,
fellows engaged in projects that enhanced their understanding and professional
development in City Management. Fellows were also involved in educational
workshops and other networking opportunities that allowed them to further explore
their passion and future endeavors in local city government.
Professional Development
- First-hand view into local management level work within three departments of the City
- Mentoring from innovative government practitioners
- Experience in critical areas that develop report writing, research, presentation and
analytical skills
- Skill enhancement for a successful career in City Management
- Career advancement by attending local and regional professional conferences, engaging
in networking opportunities, and receiving professional development and guidance from
senior managers
Sample Department Rotations
- City Manager’s Office, Planning Department, Community Services Department
- Police Department, City Manager’s Office, Administrative Services Department
- Planning Department, Administrative Services Department, City Manager’s
Office
Sample Projects
- Technological Communications Strategic Plan for Police Department
- Marketing Strategies for Police Officer Recruitment
- Innovative Programs to Enhance Civic Engagement
- City Employee Alternative Commute Program
- Library Bikes Program Analysis/Alternatives
Educational Aspect
- Collaborate with the Haas Center for Public Service at Stanford University
- Learn from City’s Department Directors and other City Officials
- Engage in dialogue and lectures with local university and neighboring city
governments
- Leadership Forums
Salary & Benefits
Management Fellows received a salary of approximately $45,000 per year.
Additionally, vacation leave, sick leave and limited health care benefits were provided
for the one-year period. This will be a PERS exempt position.
City of Palo Alto
Management Fellow Program
City Manager’s Office, Seventh Floor
250 Hamilton Avenue
Palo Alto, CA 94301
Phone: 650-463-4910 (Khashayar "Cash" Alaee)
Fax: 650-321-5612
khashayar.alaee@cityofpaloalto.org
The City of Palo Alto is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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