Intern - Water Resources

* Salary Grade SG100*   * Recruitment Pay Rate: $15.00 *  
* Work Location is 653 Veterans Parkway, Clayton, NC (Johnston County) *

 
The Town of Clayton is seeking applicants for a Water Resources Intern for the Water Resources Department. The Town of Clayton employs more than 340 full-time staff in areas including police, fire, and electric utilities. The Town of Clayton also offers a range of PT positions including positions in Parks & Rec, Library, and Cultural Arts.

The Town of Clayton is the fastest growing town in Johnston County, which is the fastest growing county in the State of North Carolina.  The vision for the Town of Clayton includes a thriving town where growth contributes to the quality of life enjoyed by long-time residents and newcomers alike; easy access but with an atmosphere that feels smaller than it is; a system of parks and greenways that connect people and places; neighborhoods with a variety of quality living options; a town that offers opportunities for people to live, create, shop and eat; a bustling and historic downtown, and businesses that are successful, growing, and investing in the community.

The purpose of the Water Resources Internship is to gain hands-on experience in all facets of municipal water operations and regulatory compliance.

• Analyze operational data
• Update and organize work order information within the Town’s asset management system
• Participate in water sampling efforts, field data collection, and water quality monitoring processes
• Conduct field and administrative inventory of water system assets including hydrants, valves, and meters to update GIS and asset management records
• Assist in the review and clean up of historical records, electronic files, and documentation to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements

Learning Outcomes:

• A thorough understanding of municipal water operations and regulatory compliance
• Data analysis and asset management skills using City works and GIS platforms
• Knowledge of water sampling procedures and the importance of water quality monitoring
• Enhanced organizational and problem-solving skills through records management projects

Ideal candidates for this internship should possess the following:

• Basic knowledge of how to work on a computer

• Ability to work with small groups of people or independently

• Ability to think outside the box to solve simple problems

• Student minded

• Basic knowledge of small hand tools

• Understanding the need to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Education & Experience:

• High School or College student

• Experience in basic construction safety, computer programs  

• Possess the ability to understand verbal and written forms of communication

• Possess the ability to communicate both written and verbally

• Have a valid driver’s license

NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be 16 years or older by the internship start date

• Must be available to work evenings and weekends

OR

Depending on the position, the Town may consider an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.

*SUBMIT OFFICIAL APPLICATION USING THE TOWN'S CAREER WEBSITE*
https://www.townofclaytonnc.org/

If you have technical issues submitting your application, please call the NEOGOV (governmentjobs.com) Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting, other than your application status, please contact the Human Resources Office. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. To check the status of your application, please log on to your NEOGOV account and click “Application Status”.  It is not necessary to contact the Human Resources Office to check the status of an application.  Normal processing time for applications is 30-45 days from the closing date of the posting.
 
To obtain veterans preference, you must scan and upload a copy of your DD-214 or discharge orders. Degrees must be accredited by the U.S. Department of Education. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application form. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit.  Attached or incorporated resumes (including Text Resume’s on the on-line application) WILL NOT be used for screening for qualifying credit.  “See Resume” or “See Attachment” WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completing an on-line application form. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.”
 
Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check.  Credit and motor checks are required for some administrative, finance and operational positions. Applicants will be required to take and pass a Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol screen once they are verbally given a conditional offer of employment. Depending on the position, employees may be subject to random drug and alcohol screens throughout their employment. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).  

Town of Clayton employees enjoy many benefits including a retirement pension plan, 401K membership, Paid Vacation, Sick and Holiday Leave, State Health Plan, and various other benefits.  Benefits information can be found by going directly to the Town of Clayton website at: https://www.townofclaytonnc.org/251/Benefits.

When a salary range is posted, the actual salary will be based on relevant competencies, knowledge, skills & abilities, internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.  The Town of Clayton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring salary will not exceed hiring pay range unless approved by the Town Manager.

Applications may be reviewed to determine if applicants education and experience is more applicable to other vacant positions within the Town.

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