This is a student intern position with the Morrow County Planning Department. Intern will work 5-15 hours per week on a flexible schedule.

Application Process:

Application portal opens March 1, 2021 and application materials are required no later than April 16, 2021.

• IMESD Application
• Resume
• Cover Letter
• 1 Letter of Recommendation

Position Summary:   The purpose of this internship is to introduce the student to the meaningful work of Land Use Planning and to provide an opportunity to understand the statewide land use planning program.  The internship provides an opportunity for students to explore future career possibilities as well as gain real-world work experience. This internship will also allow the student to build a network with planning and building staff, Planning Commission, and other professionals involved with planning and development. Interns in this position will assist with a variety of tasks in order to expose the student to the range of long range and current planning services provided by Morrow County. Depending on the skill set and interest, duties may include working with GIS maps, conducting research on property and development, filing, scanning and organizing documents, assisting with webpage and distribution of information.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None                              

Qualifications:

• Education: Must be a Morrow County High School student at the Junior or Senior level.
• Must be at least 16 years of age at the time of the employment.
• Must be willing and able to perform the job duties.

Skills/Abilities:

• Equipment used: Personal computer, telephone, copy machine, fax machine, personal electronic devices and other office equipment, automobile.
• Some experience with Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and other software applications as required.
• Must be able to multitask and demonstrate strong organization skills.
• Must be have strong work ethic and teamwork skills.
• Must demonstrate reliability, responsibility, and dependability.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assist with the organization and development of an information and file tracking system.
• Assist with public outreach for special projects.
• Assist planners with research projects for development applications and for long range planning projects.
• Assist with Planning Commission meetings.
• Maintain records and documents as directed.
• Compile and organize data for use in operations or reporting.
• Assist in the collection of data for GIS mapping system. This may involve training and use of GIS equipment.
• Perform data entry into computer.
• Perform various office duties such as answering phones, scanning and filing documents.
• Respond to customers, answer questions, and provide information in-person or by telephone.
• Perform specific tasks under the guidance of staff to support program activities.
• Perform related duties as assigned to meet business needs.

Essential Job Functions:

Working Environment: Work is performed primarily in the Irrigon Annex building and will also include some filed work to collect data.

Physical: 

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time while viewing a computer monitor and operating a keyboard.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time while scanning, sorting, and filing documents.
• Other physical requirements include walking, bending, stooping, filing books on upper shelves, lifting heavy boxes and files up to 30 pounds frequently.

Mental:

• Ability to handle stressful situations when interacting with the public and/or County employees. 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.