Internship - Water Treatment Plant & Water Quality Intern

Process & Timeline
Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM, April 6, 2025
April - May: Application Review & Selection Process.
Internship start date is Monday, June 16, 2025.
Internship end date is Friday, August, 22, 2025. 

Compensation — Varies based on education level
Enrolled as a freshman or sophomore in a college or university: $19.00/hour
Enrolled as a junior or senior in a college or university: $20.55/hour
Enrolled in a graduate program: $24.04/hour

The principal function of this class is to provide a learning opportunity to students interested in working in a public service field. This position can include analytical and administrative services in support of department and city-wide programs and projects related to a student's area of study. Incumbents, as assigned by position and supervisor may be responsible for performing project research and recommendations; preparing information and/or supporting documents for meetings or projects; maintaining databases; providing technical assistance; participating in community outreach; and facilitating internal and/or external customer service. This position will perform work under the supervision and direction of an assigned supervisor.This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the department.

• Receives and responds to assigned internal and external customer inquiries and information requests.  Researches, analyzes, troubleshoots, and provides information and support related to functional area of assignment under close supervision of an assigned supervisor.
• Researches and analyzes data, information records and/or trends; prepares and completes reports, surveys; provides recommendations for improved processes and procedures.
• Assists in implementing and administering special department projects, such as preparation of reports, performing project research and management, and project or program development.
• Keeps immediate supervisor and designated others accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems.
• Attends meetings, workshops, and training sessions and reviews publications and audio-visual materials to become and remain current on principles, practices, and new developments in assigned work areas
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: 
Must be enrolled in an educational institution (secondary or post-secondary) or have graduated within the last 3 months. Level of education and experience needed will vary based on assignment requirements.
 
LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS:
Depending on assignment, some positions may require:

• Possession of a valid State Driver's License and safe driving record.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Applicable local, state and federal laws, rules, and regulations;
• Basic municipal governance, operations, and policy;
• Positive and effective customer service principles;
• Database and records management principles and standards;
• Math concepts;
• Exceptional communication, writing and editing skills;
• Modern office equipment.

SKILL IN:

• Researching and analyzing data;
• Identifying and solving problems;
• Providing positive and effective customer service;
• Prioritizing time and meeting deadlines;
• Coordinating processes, programs and/or events based on area of assignment;
• Planning and coordinating meeting or event resource logistics based on area of assignment;
• Working with and maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information or employee data;
• Collaborating with internal and external partners;
• Promoting a culture of teamwork and communication by working in collaboration and treating coworkers with respect and dignity and maintaining an open mind to diverse voices and ideas.

CITY OF HILLSBORO'S CORE VALUES:
Employees at the City of Hillsboro are expected to exemplify the behaviors set forth in our Core Values as follows:

• Excellence in Public Service
• Respect for Diverse Voices and Ideas
• Responsiveness in Customer Service
• Tradition of Reliability
• Stewardship of the Public Trust
• Leadership with Ethics and Integrity
• Culture of Teamwork and Communication
• Emphasis on Innovation

Employees are also expected to promote a positive work environment and to be effective and collaborative team members, while providing responsive municipal services to the citizens of the City of Hillsboro.

ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Positions in this class typically require: reaching, standing, walking, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions with or without reasonable accommodation.
 
Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.  If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work.
 
Based on area of assignment, this position may require sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation, which enables the employee to efficiently function in an indoor and outdoor environment, including in varying weather conditions.
 
Incumbents may be subjected to travel.

Salary : $19 - $24