DEVELOPMENT SERVICES INTERN - P/T, Temporary

Work Objective

The internship in the Development Services Department provides the opportunity to work alongside experienced planners on a wide range of projects and provides hands-on experience in urban planning while learning more about how municipal government functions.

Essential Functions

• Affords assistance in the development of both current and long-range development review and/or other planning activities.
• Provides information to the public and assists with special projects such as the Land Development Code Update, the Evaluation of Appraisals Review, the Mobility Plan, and other special projects as determined by the Development Services Director or designee.
• Maintains various planning maps, files, graphics, and records and assists with responses to information requests from the public.
• Gathers, selects, compiles, and analyzes data pertaining to characteristics of the community.
• Shares information on the status of development projects; coordinates and assists in the development review process as needed.
• Prepares reports and supporting graphic display materials reflective of completed research and recommendations.
• Undertakes research on best practices and/or specific themes as requested by Staff.
• Attends the meeting of the Public Arts Board, the Sustainability Task Force, the Land Development Code Committee, and other board meetings.
• Supports a work environment which encourages clear and open communication and excellent customer service.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an urban and regional planning, geography, public administration, or similar program at an accredited college or university with completion of one year (normally 30 credit hours) toward a bachelor's degree.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and research practices.
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Preference will be given to applicants with experience in the following areas:
• General knowledge of urban planning practices.
• Experience with land use, GIS data, and policy.
• Prior experience working in an office setting.
• Experience in ArcGIS.