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City of Rio Rancho, NM

GIS Intern NB

City of Rio Rancho, NM, Rio Rancho, New Mexico, United States, 87144


Salary:

$14.14 Hourly

Location :

City Hall (3200 Civic Center Circle NE)

Job Type:

Part Time NB

Job Number:

2024-00111

Department:

Public Works

Division:

PW Engineering

Opening Date:

05/31/2024

Position Summary

This is a Non-Benefited position and not eligible for City benefits.

The GIS Intern is responsible for providing assistance to staff within the Engineering Division of the Department of Public Works: Capital Improvement Section and the Traffic Section. Duties anticipated include project plan reviews, project meeting attendance, project inspections, field data gathering, and project inspections as needed.

This position will work, on average, less than 20 hours per week for a specific period of time.

Education, Training, Experience, Certifications, Licenses and Registrations

Education / higher education: One year of college coursework in GIS, Geography, Planning, or Civil Engineering. Must be enrolled in a college or university at the time of application and during internship in a Bachelor's or Master's degree plan of study relevant to Engineering.

For required college degrees, applicable field(s) of study: n/a

Minimum number of years of directly related experience: none

Education and/or experience preferences: none

Driver's License requirement: Infrequent DriverRegular Driver's License Required Endorsements: None

NoteFor any driver, driving record must always meet City driving and insurability standards.

Required certifications, licenses or registrations: None

Preferred certifications, licenses or registrations: None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge: a basic understanding of construction plans and specifications, mathematics, geometry and civil engineering standards and practices;

Skills: Must be able to successfully produce documents/spreadsheets, communicate via e-mail, or perform data entry as necessary to accomplish the essential functions of the position. Use of technology, equipment and software typically used in the office environment. Skills in reading and interpreting engineering plans or reports, technical engineering specifications, standards, methods and procedures.

Abilities: Research, read, interpret, and work from field notes, plans, specifications, and similar data

Interaction with Groups/Agencies/Entities: This position works with engineering staff on various assignments on an as needed basis. This position must maintain harmonious, courteous, and understanding relationships, while fostering a collaborative teamwork environment.

Essential Functions

The following functions are typical for this position. The omission of specific functions does not exclude them if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment for this position. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Capital Improvement Section:

Assists project personnel with engineering plan and specification reviewsConducts field data gathering for ongoing capital improvement projectsAssists project staff with construction progress review meetings and inspectionsTraffic Section:

Assists with traffic study data collection, analysis, and report writingTraffic inventory data collection: signal and ITS infrastructure, street lighting, road markings and traffic control devicesAssist with maintenance activity request verificationsPerforms traffic project inspection with the traffic staff

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This position is not eligible for benefits.

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Do you have at least one year of college coursework in GIS, Geography, Planning, or Civil Engineering?

YesNo

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Are you enrolled in a college or university at the time of application, and during internship in a Bachelor's or Master's degree plan of study relevant to Engineering?

YesNo

Required Question