What an Executive Director of Leadership Development at San Francisco Wishes They Had Known Before Entering the Public Service Industry
The City and County of San Francisco offers many entry-level positions, "specifically geared to people who are new to the workplace," accessible via the sfgov website's Department of Human Resources page. A career path is possible within the organization, as evidenced by the interviewee's experience of mentoring junior colleagues and providing opportunities for "a seat at the table."
Entry-Level Jobs, Career Paths, Government Careers, Leadership Development, Networking Opportunities
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Job Title
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Undergrad
Grad Programs
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Linda Yeung
Executive Director, Leadership Development Program
City and County of San Francisco
University of California, Berkeley
Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, Tufts University, Masters of Law and Diplomacy
Spanish & Other Languages, Political Science, American Studies
Government & Public Sector
Human Resources (HR)
Honors Student, Scholarship Recipient, Immigrant, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Entry-level positions in the City and County of San Francisco are available for various backgrounds, including trades and undergraduate degrees.
2. The City and County of San Francisco offers career paths, allowing employees to advance within the organization.
3. The San Francisco Department of Human Resources website (sfgov.org) provides information on entry-level positions and career opportunities for undergraduate college students.
Transcript
What entry-level positions are there in this field that an undergraduate college student might consider?
The city and county of San Francisco have many entry-level positions available. These opportunities are designed for individuals new to the workforce, whether you are a tradesperson or an undergraduate with a political science degree.
The city aims to attract those fresh out of college or high school. Starting with them offers a clear career path for advancement.
Reflecting on my own career, I made sure to provide opportunities for those reporting to me or affiliated with me who were interested in future advancement. This involved giving them a seat at the table to observe my work or learn from me behind the scenes.
Undergraduate college students should visit the sf.gov website and search for DHR, the Department of Human Resources. There are numerous entry-level positions to explore.
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