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Town of Breckenridge, CO

Sustainability Intern - Winter Seasonal

Town of Breckenridge, CO, Breckenridge, Colorado, United States, 80424


Salary:

$20.50 - $23.00 Hourly

Location :

Breckenridge, CO

Job Type:

Winter Seasonal

Job Number:

2024-00147

Department:

Public Works

Division:

Public Works - Mobility

Opening Date:

11/11/2024

Closing Date:

12/15/2024 11:59 PM Mountain

Position Summary

The Town of Breckenridge Public Works Department is seeking a uniquely qualified individual for the position of

Sustainability Intern.

The incumbent will assist in executing the programs and goals prioritized by the Town in the SustainableBreck Plan (2022), Water Efficiency Plan (2018), and Climate Action Plan (2019), among other initiatives. This position will work closely with the Sustainability team, Town residents, businesses, employees, and other community groups to execute sustainability policy and programs.

The Sustainability Intern will assist the Sustainability Manager with facilitating meetings, policy research, data analysis, monitoring and enforcement of ongoing programs, and implementing systems to improve coordination across departments and programs.Essential Job Functions

For additional information regarding this position including important roles, essential job functions and duties, knowledge, skills and abilities required, materials and equipment used, working environment, and physical activity required, please view the full position description.

Town of Breckenridge Core Values:

Incumbents in this position are required to perform work in a manner consistent with and exemplary of the Town's

Core Values

, which are imbedded in who we are, how we work, and how we inspire and support each other and the community.

Community:

We serve the Breckenridge community and lead others through our everyday actions and cultivate an environment where everyone is

valued

,

respected

, and

heard

.

Adaptability:

We are agile and responsive to the changing needs of our community and

embrace opportunities for growth

.

Integrity:

We are

honest

and

trustworthy

leaders who rely on our shared community values to make

ethical decisions

and conduct ourselves in a transparent and professional manner.

Communication:

We listen and communicate effectively in order to serve our community and build

collaborative

,

meaningful , and

sustainable

relationships and solutions.

Innovation:We promote a

forward-thinking environment

to generate creative solutions that

inspire

others as we lead our community.

Stewardship:

We are trusted stewards of the Town's financial, environmental, and community resources by

responsibly

and

sustainably

utilizing and conserving our resources for future generations.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or GED required.Must be pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Sustainability or a related field.LICENSES, CERTIFICATES OR EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:

Valid CO Driver's License required within 30 days of hire.DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:One (1) or more years of professional work experience in Sustainability or a related field.Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Sustainability or a related field preferred.

Additional Information

Hiring Pay Range: $20.50 - $$21.75 per hour.

WORK SCHEDULE:The schedule for this position varies, but is typically Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm. The incumbent will work approximately 30 hours per week.

The Town of Breckenridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are selected for hire, the Town will provide a conditional job offer and check your references and conduct a background review before presenting you with a final job offer and scheduling your orientation. If pre-employment drug-testing; medical testing; credit check; Motor Vehicle Record; Colorado Bureau of Investigation background review; or, other background reviews are required, the Town generally makes a conditional offer of hire based on successful completion of these additional steps.

The Town of Breckenridge strives to offer competitive and diverse benefit options, in addition to those benefits required by law. For eligible "Winter Seasonal" employees, these options may include Personal Leave, Paid Holidays & Wellness/Recreational benefits.

For further information click:

01

Did you receive a High School diploma or equivalent?

YesNo

02

Are you currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Sustainability or a related field?

YesNo

03

Please select the highest level of education that you've achieved:

High School / GEDAssociates DegreeBachelors DegreeMasters Degree

04

Can you obtain a CO Driver's License within 30 days of hire?

YesNo

05

Do you have any previous experience in climate action planning, waste diversion, energy efficiency or renewables, water conservation, or other sustainability fields?

YesNo

06

Please select the answer below that best describes the number of years of experience you have had working in a sustainability or environmental position:

No experience1-2 years3-5 years6+ years

07

Please describe your sustainability work experience or recent projects completed:

08

Briefly describe your administrative knowledge, skills, and abilities (including database knowledge, computer skills, customer service abilities, and organizational skills):

09

Please select any of the below software programs you have a high level of proficiency with:

ExcelWordOutlookWebsite maintenance and/or updatesWebsite CreationBasic computer programmingNone

Required Question