Please see below employment opportunity. Intern (Paid) - Forestry Outreach Core Service: Management Systems Group Location: Sarasota County Government Opening Date: 5/7/13 Closing Date: 5/17/13 Job postings close promptly at 5:00 p.m. on the above closing date. Applications must be fully submitted before 5:00 p.m. to be considered. County Region: Central County (S. Fruitville - N. Clark) Location.: 1001 Sarasota Center Blvd. Sarasota, FL 34240 Job Code: 1337 # of openings: 1 Pay range: $10.50 - $12.50 Position Type: Temporary
APPLY HERE: https://www.scgov.net/HR/Pages/Career%20Opportunities.aspx -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Description ****PLEASE NOTE: This position is exempt from the tobacco free hiring policy because the expected length of assignment is under 12 weeks. Intern (Paid) Forestry Outreach: Summer 2013 Internship to assist with the protection and preservation of Sarasota County's natural resources; specifically to conduct research relating to canopy coverage and tree resources, providing information about trees and forested habitats to the public, and assist with public outreach initiatives in support of conservation and environmental stewardship. ****Internship is an (8 weeks assignment)**** Duties: Conduct a tree canopy coverage analysis for Sarasota County using web- based GIS software. Conduct field inspections associated with canopy analysis. Inspect county preserves and video/photograph facilities and amenities for use in outreach materials. Participate in public outreach events pertaining to natural resources. Assist with data entry related to tree resources using ArcMap Other duties as assigned by supervisor. Minimum Qualifications: Must be enrolled and in an accredited college or university studying forestry, natural resource management, environmental science, environmental policy, or equivalent. **A valid Driver's License is required. Preferred Qualifications: Training or certification in GIS, Skill in using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access databases, and ArcMap, and conducting web research Proficient with digital photography Public speaking abilities Job Competencies: Knowledge of terrestrial ecosystems, forestry principles, GIS software and tools, and aerial interpretation Work Work Hours: 20 hours per week, Monday – Friday with flexibility available and occasional weekend hours may be required. SPECIAL NOTE: Proof of enrollment at your present university or college will be required. You MUST be currently enrolled at your university or college during this internship assignment OR returning to your university or college in the Fall, 2013 in order to be eligible.
