Planning Intern - Seasonal

Position Description

Position Objective: The role of the Seasonal Planning Intern is to assist planners and building inspectors in the Planning Department.

Position Functions

Essential Functions:

• Prepares correspondence for planners and building inspectors.

• Coordinates with outside agencies to determine compliance.

• Inspects work sites to determine compliance.

• Performs related duties as assigned by supervisor.

• Complies with all County policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience Required:

• Experience in construction, planning, geography, surveying, or other related fields is preferred.

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid South Dakota Driver's License.

Working Environment:

• Work is performed indoors in an office where noise and interruptions often occur and outdoors work where the employee is exposed to weather conditions (50/50).

• Safe use of mobile devices in the field is required.

• Occasionally work in hazardous locations.

Additional Information

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and quantitative productivity standards.

• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards.

• Must be able to move up to 20 pounds unassisted, and move 40 pounds with assistance.

• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively on telephone, in-person and in writing.