Temporary - Environmental Conservation Information Specialist

Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to Environmental Science, Life Science, Natural Science, plus two (2) years of experience in a related field.
• Master’s degree may substitute for experience up to two (2) years.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• None.

Notes to Applicants
This is a temporary position and is not benefits eligible.
When completing a City of Austin employment application:
Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.

• A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job titles and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered.
• A resume is required, but will not substitute for a complete employment application. Please include contact information from previous employers.
• A cover letter is also required. In the cover letter candidates should describe, in concise detail, their interest in this position and highlight any prior experience that is relevant to this position.

If you are selected as a top candidate:

• Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution.
• If you are identified as a top candidate and are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.
• This position requires a criminal background investigation.

Secondary Employment:

• All Austin Water employees are prohibited from accepting or engaging in any secondary employment that might conflict or interfere with an employee’s duty and responsibility to the Department.
• AW must review all secondary employment.
• Employees are required to submit a Secondary Employment Application for review and approval upon being hired with AWU , as well as current AWU employees considering Secondary employment.

Travel:
If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.
Effective October 1, 2014, all Austin Water worksite locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any AW worksite -including construction sites, parking lots, garages or in any personal vehicle located on the premises.
Pay Range
$23.76 - $27.56
Hours
40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, with some flexibility; support weekend events.
Job Close Date 07/24/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Water Utility Regular/Temporary Temporary Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location Reicher Ranch, 3621 South FM 620, Austin TX 78738 Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:

• Experience in developing and implementing social media outreach
• Experience in leading volunteer workdays in an outdoor setting
• Experience in community education and outreach events or programs
• Current First Aid and CPR certification or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of employment
• Ability to travel to more than one work location

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Communicates project and program information to internal and external customers; through presentations, reports, tours, instructional videos and/or technical training. Compiles, analyzes, interprets and develops informational and/or educational materials. Prepare necessary reports and/or documents for support of project/program. Maintains technical currency and awareness of internal/external business issues at it relates to area of responsibility. Represents Department/Division by interacting with various boards, commissions, special interest groups, outside organizations and other City Departments/Divisions. Trains, coordinates and supervises the work of volunteers. Responds to requests from the media. Evaluates projects, programs and performance measures/criteria. Assists in the development of short and long range plans for projects and programs. Reviews and interprets policies, codes, regulations and ordinances. Assists in the development of departmental/divisional processes and procedures.
Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

• None.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of applicable processes, techniques, and methods.
• Knowledge of city practice, policy, and procedures.
• Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in using computers and related software applications.
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with city employees and the public.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.

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Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications of this position are graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to Environmental Science, Life Science, Natural Science, plus two (2) years of experience in a related field. Master's degree may substitute for experience up to two (2) years. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

* Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties?

• Yes
• No

* Do you have a CPR/AED and First Aid certification, or the to obtain these certifications within 6 months of hire?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.

• I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation.

* How much experience do you have managing social media messaging, creating posts, and responding to comments on behalf of an organization?

• 0-6 months
• 6 months - 1 year
• 1-2 years
• 2+ years

* How much experience do you have experience leading volunteer workdays in an outdoor setting?

• 0 - 6 months
• 6 months - 1 year
• 1-2 years
• 2+ years

* How much experience do you have developing and providing community education and outreach events or programs?

• 0 - 6 months
• 6 months - 1 year
• 1-2 years
• 2+ years

Optional & Required Documents
Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents