Intern - Parks & Recreation

THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED

The City:
With over 100,000 residents, the City of Allen is a dynamic and welcoming community. The City of Allen's strong economy, diverse population, great educational institutions and quality of life makes it the ideal place to work, live, and play. The City of Allen has something to offer for everyone.

The City's Mission, is "To achieve excellence in managing development of the community and in providing city services so that conditions of living and public confidence are continually enhanced".

• People First- Giving priority to others
• Respect- Treating others with courtesy and dignity
• Integrity- Serving with honesty, trust and hard work
• Deliver- Following through on commitments while exceeding expectations
• Excel- Creating an innovative and improving work environment

• Assist management with special work projects from conception through implementation.
• Conduct in-depth research studies and/or surveys specific to municipal government programs and services.
• Assist in the preparation of statistical analysis and report findings or research studies to supervisor or department head.
• Assist with the development of written and oral presentations.
• Attend meetings, and participate in program events, field, operations, and administrative tasks.

Education & Experience
Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

• High School diploma or equivalent, with at least 24 hours of completed coursework at an accredited college or university, and current enrollment in a Parks, Recreation, Sports, Event Management, or similar degree program at an accredited college or university.
• No prior relevant work experience is required.

• Valid Class C Driver's License.
• Requires a varying schedule that includes working occasional evenings, nights, and weekends.
• Applicants must attach a copy of their college transcripts to their application. Please note: Applications without transcripts will not be considered.

Knowledge Of:

• Basic principles of parks and recreation management.
• Functions of municipal government and public service delivery.
• Research methods, data collection, and survey techniques.
• Report writing, presentation development, and public communication.
• Event planning, field operations, and administrative support tasks.
• City of Allen's PRIDE values and organizational mission.

• Conducting research and analyzing data for projects and reports.
• Preparing clear, concise written materials and professional presentations.
• Communicating effectively with staff, supervisors, and the public.
• Assisting with planning, coordination, and execution of special projects and events.
• Managing time and tasks efficiently in both field and office settings.
• Using Microsoft Office and related software for reports and presentations.
• Working collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Adapting to various responsibilities in a dynamic municipal setting.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

This list is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it does not address the potential for accommodation.

• Ability to work in diverse environments, including standard office settings and outdoor conditions, such as extreme temperatures, wetness, and humidity.
• Requires prolonged periods of sitting, standing, and walking.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate computers and other office equipment.
• Visual acuity to read printed materials and computer screens.
• Verbal and auditory ability to communicate effectively in person and by phone.
• Occasional bending, kneeling, reaching, pushing, or pulling to access materials or equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently.
• May require travel between job sites or attendance at off-site meetings or events.