Intern, Zero Waste Intern

Full Job Description

Casual Seasonal non-benefited employees are limited to working no more than six (6) consecutive months and no more than 900 hours in a fiscal year (July 1-June 30).

A paid intern position is available within the Environmental Services Department. The position is an excellent part-time opportunity for an individual with interest in public service and climate work. Current student enrollment is not required.

Enrichment Opportunities

• Learn and work with the City’s garbage and recycling tracking system (Green Halo) and Office 365 suite of applications.

• Learn concepts of engineering problem solving, data analysis, data management, and database design and development.

• Learn concepts and strategies related to behavior change and behavior change communication.

Requirements

(May include, but are not limited to, the following):

• Review available records and collaborate with users, supervisor, and administrators to optimize database features and functionality.

• Assist in organizing and managing Green Halo’s database for record storage to comply with state CalGreen code.

• Conduct waste audits for trash and recycling receptacles.

• Organize waste audit data into an online dashboard.

• Assist with updating training materials and how-to guides.

• Help identify ways to clean up the existing database content and presentations.

• Research effective communication strategies. Support the development of an outreach strategy menu.

• Support community outreach and engagement through developing publicity, social media posts, flyers, etc. Attend community events to table with City staff and promote environmental programs.

Topics can include pollution prevention, zero waste, electrification of transportation or buildings, water conservation, and micromobility.

• Sort, scan, upload, and organize paper files into the City’s virtual data systems.

• Work effectively with City staff, consultants, administrators, and the general public; the candidate is expected to conduct themselves in a highly professional manner at all times while representing the City.

Assists City staff with other duties as desired, including some administrative tasks as needed.

• Hours: hours are flexible; a minimum of 16 hours per week is highly desired with a maximum of 25 hours per week. The selected candidate for this position will work under supervision on weekdays between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

WORKING CONDITIONS Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking on level, uneven, and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in the performance of daily activities.

The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement, and fine coordination in using a computer keyboard and certain tools.

The position also requires near and far vision when reading written work related documents and using a computer. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal customer service.

The need to lift, drag, carry, and push equipment, tools and supplies up to 50 pounds is also required.

Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.

Qualifications

Education:
High school graduation or GED equivalent AND
completion of at least one course in Environmental Studies, Computer Information Systems, or a related field.

• Interest in Environmental Studies and willingness to learn.

• Positive work attitude, reliable and responsible.

• Ability to write and communicate concisely and effectively.

• Proficient computer skills with basic knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and OneDrive.

• Advanced computer skills may include (not required) Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, and other data management systems.

• Good organizational skills, detail-oriented and good data keeper.

Additional Information

APPLICATION PROCESS
The application submitted must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the job description in order to move forward in the recruitment process with the City of Sunnyvale. The information provided in the Work Experience, Education, and Certificates/Licenses sections of the application will be used to determine if the application meets the minimum qualifications. A resume, employment history provided elsewhere in the application, or other attachments will not be accepted in lieu of the completed application.

Note: The minimum qualifications for experience are based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Experience included in the Work Experience section of the application is calculated to the full-time equivalent (hours are pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). Volunteer experience is not considered qualifying experience.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a City of Sunnyvale employment application and responses to the supplemental questions to the Department of Human Resources as soon as possible.

Candidates are asked to fully describe any training, education, experience, or skills relevant to this position. Electronic applications may be submitted online through the City's employment page at Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on JOBS. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

SELECTION PROCESS
Applications will be competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications of this position. Based upon a review of the application materials, qualified candidate applications will be forwarded to the hiring department for review. Application materials will be evaluated for job-related skills, experience, and education. Individuals with the best match to the position will be invited to participate in an interview. This job posting may close without notice.

Any candidate selected by the hiring department will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, which may consist of a background history check as well as a medical exam(s) administered by a City-selected physician(s) before hire. Prior to starting work, all newly-hired employees will be fingerprinted to check conviction history. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose conviction history will result in refusal of employment or termination. Position which are covered by the Department of Transportation regulations are required to submit to a pre- employment drug test and to random drug and alcohol testing.

INFORMATION ABOUT PROOF OF EDUCATION

Any successful candidate, selected by the hiring department will be required to submit proof of education (i.e. original copy of the diploma or college/university transcripts).

A candidate with education obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credential evaluation service at the candidate's expense to determine its equivalency in the United States.

Candidates may utilize any third-party agency for the evaluation.

If you search ‘education equivalency verification’ or similar online, you will obtain results for agencies that provide this evaluation service.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
For more information regarding this employment opportunity, contact Alyssa Hagerbrant at 408-730-7796 or email Ahagerbrant@sunnyvale.ca.gov. For more information relating to the application process contact Faye Brand, Human Resources Technician at (408) 730-3015 or email:fbrand@sunnyvale.ca.gov.

The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

The City of Sunnyvale is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state, or local laws. The City of Sunnyvale is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 730-7490 or recruitments@sunnyvale.ca.gov.