- Salary
- $17+
- Location
- Manhattan, KS
- Type
- Internship
- Seniority
- Internship
- Source
- Paylocity
Description
Description
(Seasonal, Non-Exempt)
Starting Wage: $17.00/hour
Closing Date: Open until filled, may close at any time
Shift/Workdays and Hours; Monday - Friday, 8:00AM -5:00PM (variable)
How to apply: Using the “apply” button on this page, please complete the required online application, upload a resume and a list of three professional references with full contact information. For general questions about the position, contact Unique Hiram at (785) 587-2447 or [email protected].
Summary/Objective
The purpose of the planning intern position is to provide the student with work experience outside of the classroom, including research, analysis, and presentation of data; development and zoning administrative tasks; and exposure to land use and policy planning.
Essential Functions
- Attend administrative and committee meetings.
- Transcribe minutes of the Planning Board, Historic Resources Board, and/or Board of Zoning Appeals from video recording.
- Perform research, synthesize data, and create charts, tables, graphs, reports, memos, etc. to present to the Senior Planner and department management.
- Perform basic office functions as needed, such as data entry and file management
- Participate in a variety of projects as assigned, including updating the Comprehensive Plan.
Other Duties
- Understand and apply the principles and practices of municipal and regional planning.
- Present well-organized thoughts using proper grammatical structure.
- Work cooperatively with other City employees, other government agencies, and private entities.
- Complete assignments and exhibit a desire to continually improve upon new and learned skills.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Required Education and Experience
- Enrollment in a university curriculum for community and regional planning, public administration, geography, or similar field.
Other Information
- This is not a KPERS-covered position. As such, employees in this role will not work beyond 999 hours in a calendar year.
The City of Manhattan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and believe the best workplaces bring together employees with diverse skill sets, backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints to achieve common goals. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any basis protected by law.
