Planning Intern - Part-time

The Position

Under close supervision, this Internship position provides essential support duties to the City’s Community Development Department and is responsible for performing clerical and professional level work in support of the following divisions: Planning, Engineering, Housing/Property Rehabilitation, Redevelopment, Economic Development and the Business Improvement District, performs related duties as required.

Examples of Duties

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Assist the public both by telephone and in person;
• Assist in the processing of applications, report writing, implement land use regulations and program guidelines, review documents;
• Conduct field inspections;
• Preparing graphics;
• Conduct research and analysis, reviewing plans and related work as requested;
• Assumes responsibility for ensuring the duties of the position are performed in a safe, efficient manner;
• Performs other related duties as assigned or as situation requires.

Qualifications The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties. Skills

• Possess skills to word process general correspondence, spreadsheets, and reports using a personal computer and software application;

Ability To

• Provide excellent customer service;
• Perform research and analysis;
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
• Prepare reports, maps, graphics;
• Work efficiently both independently and in groups;
• Interpret codes;
• Analyze data;
• Implements and works on office procedures and prepare reports;
• Handle confidential information with discretion;
• Effectively handles irate customers;
• Assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment;
• Work overtime as requested;

Required Education and Experience Guidelines – Any combination of equivalent education, training and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Education/Training: Participation towards an Undergraduate or Graduate Degree, from an accredited College or University, in Urban Planning, Architecture, Public Administration, Urban/Environmental Studies, Engineering or other related field.

Experience No Specific Requirement

License Or Certificate A valid California Class C Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record

Physical Requirements Must meet approved physical and pre-placement medical standards for the position.

Applications must be submitted online. Employment application and supplemental questions must be completed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City application. Applicants must be specific in describing their qualifications for this position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. If you submit multiple applications, only the most recent application will be considered. Application materials will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in the job announcement. Applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements and needs of the City, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Copies of the required certifications must be submitted with the application. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure continuing in the recruitment process. The selection process may include a written examination, a panel interview and other testing processes designated to predict successful job performance.

Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as you will not receive communications by any other method. It is the applicant's responsibility to notify Human Resources of any changes to their contact information.

THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The City of Huntington Park is committed to promoting equal employment opportunity to all without regard to political affiliation or opinion, age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, marital status, disability, medical condition, gender, pregnancy, or pregnancy related condition. Please note: If you require an accommodation during the selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION The City of Huntington Park is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Please note: If you require an accommodation during the selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department.

LEGAL RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires all new hire employees to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States within three (3) business days beginning with the first day of work. The City is legally prohibited from employing anyone who cannot provide such verification or documentation.

PROVISIONS The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this job announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference / background check and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug/alcohol screening). The City of Huntington Park utilizes E-Verify and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization.

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"The City of Huntington Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer" PART TIME

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The information provided in the following supplemental questions will be used in conjunction with the application materials to determine whether the qualification requirements are met. The best qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the selection process. When applying for this position, I understand that I must thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections of my application to be considered complete. A resume may not be submitted in lieu of completing the application and supplemental questions. I have read the above statement and acknowledge that failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in my application being rejected.

• Yes, I acknowledge
• No, I do not acknowledge

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Do you have a valid California Class C Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record?

• No
• Yes

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Are you currently participating towards an Undergraduate or Graduate Degree, from an accredited College or University, in Urban Planning, Architecture, Public Administration, Urban/Environmental Studies, Engineering or other related field?

• Master's
• Bachelor's
• Not enrolled in College

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Please specify your degree

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EDUCATION VERIFICATION: If your qualifications include a Bachelor's or Master's degree, a legible copy of your diploma or transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable) from an accredited college or university must be attached to your application at the time of filing. Please check the box to indicate you have read and understand the instructions.

• Yes
• Required Question