Conservation Intern

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Conservation Intern
Open Date: 03/06/24
Close Date: 04/06/24
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Molasky Corporate Center, 100 City Parkway, Las Vegas
For any questions regarding this announcement, please contact LVVWD Recruitment at internship.program@lvvwd.com.
Salary: $16.00 - $20.00 hourly (based on education level)
Hours of Work: Up to 25 hours weekly between M-F (occasional weekend), 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
FILING DEADLINE: Although this position will remain open until filled.
INTRODUCTION: Human Resources will screen applications and supplemental questionnaires. Candidates meeting the eligibility requirements will be forwarded to the hiring department for further review. Those who possess the strongest skills and experience will be invited by the Hiring Department for an interview.
Note: The successful candidate will be required to pass a drug screening and a background check.
IDEAL CANDIDATE: The ideal candidate for this position would possess customer service experience, good driving record, ability to explain complex documents and processes, and can handle working outdoors throughout the year.
GENERAL PURPOSE: The position will meet conservation customers regarding participation in programs; carry out field work such as measuring turf, driving around valley, and meeting with customers; and fulfill office work including drawing with ArcGIS and data entry.
NOTE: The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.
ELIGIBILITY/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program in Environmental Studies, Landscape Architecture, Business, or a closely related field
Current enrollment with a minimum of 6 credit hours per semester (undergraduate level) or 3 credit hours per semester (graduate level)
Cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher
Available to work up to 25 hours weekly
A valid Nevada driver's license
Legal right to work in the US, including authorization to work off-campus
All interested applicants must attach their resume, letter of intent, most recent school schedule, and unofficial transcript in their application.
*The Las Vegas Valley Water District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.*