GOVERNORS FELLOW (Non-Competitive)
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It asks for a doctoral degree.
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The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator. Source: the official specification page at NJ CSC.
Definition
Under the close supervision of a cabinet member or other high-level key executive in a State Department, institution or agency, in a learning environment, assists in the performance of the routine functions involved in the formulation and implementation of policies relating to modern government administrative practices and procedures and their practical application; does other related duties as required.
Examples of work
- Assists in the review and analysis of various operating procedures and administrative practices.
- Assists in the review of matters relating to expansion, needs, positions, and groups of positions.
- Assists in the development and establishment of controls and detailed records of State and Federal funds.
- Assists in planning and organizing programs.
- Assists in the performance of special studies or confidential investigations and in the preparation of recommendations regarding same.
- Assists in the collection of data and the preparation of annual budget requests within an assigned organizational unit.
- Assists in the research, analysis and/or preparation of proposed legislation affecting various organizational unit programs or functions.
- Assists in the preparation of monthly, annual and specialized reports in accordance with established procedures.
- Drafts correspondence while performing official duties.
- Assists in the maintenance of essential records and files.
- Will be required to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and computerized information system used by the agency, office, or related units.
Education
Graduation from an accredited College or University with a Masters or Doctorate relevant to area of assignment.
License
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
- Knowledge of routine management principles, concepts, and techniques and their practical applications.
- Knowledge of basic mathematical procedures.
- Knowledge of methods used to gather and analyze information.
- Ability to acquire knowledge of modern government fiscal, administrative and personnel practices and procedures.
- Ability to acquire knowledge of the rules, regulations, policies and procedures used in government budget preparation and review.
- Ability to acquire knowledge of the functions, responsibilities, organization and operational programs of the Department.
- Ability to acquire knowledge of pertinent laws of the State of New Jersey and the Federal government as they relate to the Department.
- Ability to work cooperatively with associates, subordinates and with the Public.
- Ability to prepare correspondence while performing official duties
- Ability to maintain essential records and files.
- Ability to assist in the preparation of clear, accurate and informative reports containing findings, conclusions and recommendations.
- Ability to learn supervisory techniques and procedures.
- Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
- Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
- Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
- <b>ADVANCEMENT:</b>
- Appointees who successfully complete the 12-month fellowship program, will be eligible for advancement to the title Executive Assistant 4, in accordance with the Civil Service Commission procedures. (See N.J.A.C. 4A:6-4.9 (a)2 and N.J.A.C. 4A:3-3.7 (j).)
- The inability of an employee in this title to attain a level of proficiency warranting advancement to the title listed above shall be considered as cause for separation.
Note
Civil Service Commission approval and authorization is required prior to participation in the Governor's Fellow Program and appointment to this title.
The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.