SharePoint/Data Management and Business Systems Intern
Tacoma Power is looking to hire a SharePoint/Data Management and Business Systems Intern to join our Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) workgroup within our Power Shared Services team. This position is open to current college students and recent graduates and offers hands-on experience. This paid internship is an entry-level position.
This is not a normal internship! You will be a crucial member of a small team with important responsibilities and deliverables of your own. In every year of our internship program, interns have graduated to careers with Tacoma Public Utilities. We hope you will leave our internship program with new knowledge. In this role you will work members of the EHS Teams to support establishing and improving SharePoint sites and process automation.
Responsibilities Include
- Collaborate with EHS staff to develop the main organization SharePoint Site and the Tacoma Power Safety SharePoint Site
- Support the development of process automation and project management efforts in SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, Workboard, and/or other software
- Develop on-line safety and environmental compliance training questionnaire forms
- Ensure that all applicable records are available, organized, and not duplicated on the Environmental Compliance on SharePoint Site
- Assist in the development of Environmental training program materials; including the collection and editing of photos/videos, and the development of internal training presentations
- Observe and assist staff in various stages on internal communication production, including scheduling, brainstorming, content creation and distribution
- Support GIS map development; including the integration of soils sampling data into a functional GIS map
The hours for this position is up to 40 hours per week. The term of this position is expected to coincide with the typical summer break for college students.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED*
- 1 year of post-high school training*
*Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education
Selection Process & Supplemental Information
This recruitment is being managed by Kye Merritt, if you would like to be notified of similar opportunities or stay connected with things going on at Tacoma Public Utilities and the City of Tacoma, connect with me on LinkedIn!
City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.
The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.
Tacoma Power
Tacoma Power is an almost 100% hydroelectric, municipally-owned public power utility, located in Tacoma. We serve approximately 180,000 customers as one of the three operating divisions of Tacoma Public Utilities, alongside Tacoma Water and Tacoma Rail. As one of the most livable, walkable cities in the country, you'll find that Tacoma is a great fit for all interests with places to bike, run, hike, and explore, the perks of a big city, and the charm of a small town.
Apply
Interested individuals should apply online and attach a resume and cover letter that includes job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received for interview consideration.
Reference checks will be conducted on final candidates and appointment is subject to passing a background check.
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If you have any additional questions regarding this position, please contact the Human Resources Department at 253.591.5400.