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Development & Land Services Intern

Outgamie County

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Location: Appleton, WI
Type: Internship
Posted: 01/16/2019
Deadline to Apply: Open - no deadline given by employer
Payrate: $15.75 - $17.70/hr
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Job Summary:

Reporting to the Development & Land Services (DLS) Director, while closely assisting the Principal Planner, GIS & Land Information Manager, and/or Zoning Administrator as projects warrant, the DLS Intern assists in the creation, analysis, and maintenance of planning & zoning, GIS and/or community and economic development related programs, data and reports.  Provide technical assistance for special planning efforts, such as the update and implementation of the County Comprehensive Plan.

Duties:

  • Collection, creation, analysis, and dissemination of planning & zoning, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and community/economic development-related data (qualitative and quantitative).  Off-site field work and/or attendance at evening meetings may be required.
  • Assists departmental staff in conducting special studies, analyses, and creating various datasets, reports, and graphical displays (e.g. maps, charts, graphs, informational resources).
  • Assists departmental staff with preparing for and implementing public participation efforts, such as public information sessions, social media campaigns, etc.
  • Maintains regular and predictable attendance, works overtime/extra hours as required.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

 

  • High School graduate with at least one year of undergraduate or graduate study in the field of Planning, Geography, GIS/Cartography, Public Administration or a related field; OR any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  • Knowledge of and demonstrated ability to conform to goals, policies, and procedures of the Department as well as the Outagamie County Work Rules and Terms of Employment.
  • Knowledge of and experience using ESRI ArcGIS software and cartographic principals.
  • Knowledge of planning, zoning, land use and development principals and regulatory tools.
  • Knowledge of community and economic development principals and tools.
  • Knowledge of email, word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software (e.g. Microsoft Office products), and internet applications, including social media.  Ability to utilize these to graphically portray and disseminate planning & zoning, GIS, and community/economic development related information.
  • Understanding of statistical analysis techniques and ability to apply to data sets.
  • Understanding of methods for qualitative data collection, such as surveys, interviews, focus groups, and meeting facilitation.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and clearly, both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
  • Ability and skill in the operation of personal computer, photocopier, scanner, and fax machine.
  • Ability to maintain effective working relationships with the general public and co-workers.
  • Ability to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move up to 25 pounds, understanding and utilizing proper body mechanics.

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