Intern III - Seasonal

ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Potential for full-time employment

POSITION SUMMARY
This position is an entry level, temporary/seasonal position. The position will primarily assist and work in a variety of situations, projects and assignments. Tasks and functions normally assigned to this level are generally routine in nature and any deviations or decisions from routine are generally assisted or approved by upper level staff.

The examples of work listed in this class specification are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The class specifications are intended to be a general indication of duties and levels of difficulty and responsibility common to all positions in the class and therefore are not all inclusive of all work which may be required.

NOTE: This position is intended for seasonal part-time employees. Employee benefits for vacation, sick leave, pension, hospitalization, life insurance, and other benefits provided to permanent employees of the Authority are not provided to employees hired for this position. It is stipulated that the seasonal part-time status should not extend longer than three to nine (3-9) months.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

DUTIES MAY INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

1. Participate in regular communications with TRA management. Assist with drafting correspondence and reports with necessary back-up material for review/approval.

2. Participate in project team meetings and discussions on budget instructions and planning. May assist with reviewing budgets, assist with flow charts and instructions for budget process.

3.  Responsible for basic word processing, proofreading and distribution of reports and correspondence for the managers, while maintaining confidentiality.

3. May assist with the manager's calls, messages and schedule as well as providing reminders for commitments.

4. Schedule meetings, reserve rooms and may attend and record minutes of meetings as required.

5. May be assigned other administrative support duties for the department as needed.

WORK LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

This position does not regularly provide work leadership or full personnel management to any employees.

FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

N/A

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

Two or more years of college courses in the area required by the position.

EXPERIENCE

Coursework in the area required by the position.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Valid Texas driver's license.

KNOWLEDGE

Basic knowledge in the area required by the position. Knowledge of basic mathematical calculations.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Must have good attention to detail. The ability to prepare graphs, charts, exhibits, and understand spreadsheets, budgets and prioritization tools may be required. Must be able to evaluate situations and analyze problems to make decisions necessary for corrective measures with some direction, and follow standard operating procedures.

GUIDANCE RECEIVED

Receives ongoing detailed supervision and standard procedures. Follows standard procedures and/or detailed instructions for each task or assignment; any situation that calls for something different is referred to a supervisor or more senior position.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Administrative internships are almost always carried out in an office environment. Some field work may be required. Operations and maintenance internships include exposure to adverse weather, odor, noise, chemical hazards, gases and dust, standing for prolonged periods of time, walking up and down several flights of stairs, climbing and descending ladders, working at heights, and may work in tight or confined spaces.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Will vary by position - Office equipment, Microsoft Office Suite. Hand and power tools, mowing equipment, janitorial equipment, sample collectors, flow meters, high-pressure hoses, test kits, and lab equipment.  Subject to the use of respirators, SCBA's, PPE, and other safety equipment as required.