JOB
POSTING TYPE: Open-competitive Internship or Summer Employment OpportunityDEPARTMENT: Environmental ResourcesHOURS: Temporary, full-timeHIRING RANGE: $16.00 - 19.00/dependent on education & skillsLOCATION: Western Service Center, Apple ValleyCLOSE DATE: 4:30 p.m. on Friday, February 4, 2022The Water Resources Engineering Intern is responsible for performing a variety of semi-skilled to skilled tasks in construction observation, report writing, watershed modeling, CAD work, environmental assessments, and other various tasks for Water Resources related projects. This position works for the Water Resources unit within the Dakota County Environmental Resources Department. The position will require remote work from home in addition to field work throughout the County.This is a great opportunity for students to explore their interest and gain work experience in the Water Resources Engineering field. This position will last approximately 3-4 months during the summer season. Candidates who are interested in a formal internship are responsible for making arrangements with their university/college. The position requires the ability to work a flexible schedule which may include early morning or evening hours. This position does not include benefits.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

• 2 year of completed coursework from an accredited college or university program in one of the following fields: environmental engineering, geological engineering, civil engineering/technician, construction engineering, hydrology, geology, environmental science, water resources science, earth science, geoscience, or a closely related field.AND• Valid driver's licensePreferred Qualifications: • Previous engineering, science, or technical internships.• Direct experience, education, and/or training with Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
These examples do not include all possible tasks in this work and do not limit the assignment of related tasks in any position of this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required for all positions.1. Assist the Water Resources Unit in compiling, identifying and assessing Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) hydraulic models and other hydrologic and hydraulic models that have been completed over time at Dakota County.2. With oversight, complete monthly inspections at the Byllesby Dam for instrumentation and other various monitoring field tasks required at the dam.3. Complete comprehensive watershed delineation utilizing watershed delineation tools in Geographic Information Systems (GIS).4. Assist with drafting, modeling and design efforts and tasks necessary for several stormwater projects occurring in transportation, parks and other various departments.5. Provide site inspection to assist on various construction observation and compliance tasks on County projects.6. Assist the Environmental Assessment Program with grant administration, grant writing, data gathering, data evaluation, coalition and partnership development, and communications relating to both grantee and grantor relationships and activities.7. Assist the Environmental Assessment Program with project selection, work plan preparation, data collection and management, consultant oversight, field work, project management and other project related activities.8. Work as part of multi-department project teams which could include Project Managers, Technicians, Engineers, Geologists, Scientists, Planners and Regulators. Day-to-day activities will include field data collection, data and database importing, and data analysis; GIS analysis and map generation; report writing and reviewing; and team meetings and conference calls.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Duties 1 - 8 are essential functions as well as regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

• Excellent verbal and written interpersonal communication skills.• Mathematically competent and science literate.• Exceptional work ethic, reliable and consistent performance and attendance.• Fluency in modern office software programs (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)• Working knowledge of database computer software programs (e.g., Microsoft Office-Access) and other engineering related programs (e.g. AutoCAD, ArcGIS, HEC-RAS, HydroCAD, HY-8)• Positive attitude and ability and desire to learn new technical skills quickly.• Must be a self-motivator and enjoy problem solving. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed indoors and outdoors in Dakota County. The position will be based out of the Western Service Center in Apple Valley, Minnesota. The position will require remote work from home in addition to field work throughout the County. This position may require the ability to work outdoors in all weather and the ability to perform strenuous physical tasks on a daily basis.SELECTION PROCESS: The selection process for this classification will consist of a screening of your training and experience from the application materials submitted and the completion of an interview.Dakota County Employee Relationswww.co.dakota.mn.usMain Number 651.438.4435(contact 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday)