Department: Planning Reports To: Planning Manager
Summary: The Summer Intern position offers students and early-career professionals the opportunity to gain practical, hands-on experience in municipal government. Interns will assist with assigned projects, support daily operations, and develop professional skills while working under the guidance of City staff.
The Summer Intern assigned to Planning will support daily operations and assist with departmental projects, gaining hands-on experience in municipal planning and zoning. The intern will gain practical knowledge of planning regulations, development review procedures, and public sector operations.
Essential Functions: Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
· Reviews and evaluates residential development plans, proposals, site plans, planning and zoning changes, variance requests, and technical documents; verifies compliance with regional standards and regulatory requirements.
· Supports field studies and surveys to collect original research data for PSD projects, and compiles data.
· Supports the relationship between the City of Odessa and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.
· Assist with application intakes and updating records.
· Supports departmental operations with regular and timely attendance.
Other Duties: This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee in this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines: Must be at least 18 years of age. Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or technical program in urban planning, engineering, or a related field is required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
· State and federal regulations governing planning, zoning, municipal services, and urban development.
· Principles, practices, and procedures of urban planning, community development, land use, and zoning,
· City land use and development regulations, and zoning and building codes.
· Principles of Information Technology, including ESRI Geographic Information Systems.
· Local community issues and regional community resources available to citizens.
· Researching and evaluating community planning projects.
· Interpreting and applying federal and state rules and regulations, and City policies and procedures.
· Must be sensitive to Corporate needs, employee goodwill, and business needs.
License and certification requirements: A valid Driver's License is required.
Physical demands and working environments: Interns will work up to 40 hours per week.
Schedule may vary based on departmental needs and availability. Work is performed in an office, field, or operational setting, depending on assignment. May include sitting, standing, walking, or light physical activity
Internship Duration: Temporary, seasonal position (Summer Internship Program). Start and end dates will be determined by the department and HR.