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Planning Intern - Non Paid
Summary
Title:Planning Intern - Non Paid
ID:1329
Department:Development Services
Salary Range:Non-Paid
Hours:Varies
Description

JOB SUMMARY

Planning Intern is a position within Development Services that performs general office related assignments, provides general support to the various departments within Development Services, data entry and filing, attends meetings, performs research, conducts field work, prepares documents, assists in community meetings, performs general customer service and administrative related assistance, and other duties as assigned.

 

EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE

  1. High school diploma or GED is required.
  2. Bachelors degree is preferred.
  3. Prior work experience preferred.

 

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES

  1. Must be bondable.
  2. Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.

 

LANGUAGE SKILLS

  1. Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
  2. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies or authorities, and members of the local business community.
  3. Strong written and oral communication skills are essential.

 

OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES

  1. Ability to establish and meet deadlines.
  2. Self motivated.
  3. Ability to establish and maintain good relationships with supervisors and other personnel.
  4. Demonstrate a willingness to perform duties in a team environment.
  5. Knowledge and skill in the use of a computer including: GIS, Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and other office-oriented software.
  6. Skills coordinating and managing multiple projects and/or assignments.
  7. Excellent customer service skills. Ability to effectively communicate and interact with supervisors, other employees, government officials, and the general public.
  8. Mathematical skills are required to calculate fees, apply regulations, and make monetary exchanges.
  9. Knowledge of web-based internet programs.
  10. Use tact and diplomacy with public, and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers.
  11. Data entry and file set-up.
  12. Ability to read and interpret residential and other development plans.
  13. Knowledge of the zoning code and other applicable codes and ordinances.

 

REASONING ABILITY

  1. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished by management in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
  2. Ability to comprehend complex policies, procedures, regulations, organizational structures etc. in a short time frame.
  3. Ability to accurately and appropriately apply town ordinances to various development situations.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move around the office; sit at a desk and use hands to operate various machines and/or equipment; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to talk and hear. The employee must occasionally move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Works primarily in an office environment.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  1. General office support to Planning and other Development Services divisions.
  2. Data entry and filing.
  3. Attends meetings, performs research, and conducts field work, as needed.
  4. Performs administrative duties for Community Integrity when necessary.
  5. Perform research, compile, and analyze data for special projects and reports as directed by the Director.
  6. Interact effectively with customers, both internal and external.
  7. Provides general staff support to Permit Technician counter.
  8. Performs other duties as assigned.

 

E.O.E. The Town of Little Elm does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability or military service in employment or the provision of services.

 

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