The City of Takoma Park is currently hiring a Sustainability Intern. The candidate will gain experience in sustainability planning, greenhouse gas emissions reduction strategies, outreach, social marketing, community engagement, energy efficiency projects, climate risk assessment, program design, local government, and other sustainability initiatives. The incumbent will report directly to the City's Sustainability Manager, with the opportunity to collaborate withstaff throughout all City departments.
The anticpated start date for this position would be on July 1, 2024.A first review of resumes is expected to begin on June 3, 2024.
Typical Duties include:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities required to be successful are:
Minimum Qualifications include:
Preferred qualifications
The hourly wage for this position is expected to be between $16.00 and $18.00 per hour, and will be offered at a level consistent with the skills and abilities of the candidate. The maximum length of the internship is one year, and the incumbent is expected to work between 20 - 40 hours per week. Work hours are generally during the normal work-week, but there is some flexibility. Occasional weekend and evening work will be required for special events.
The City of Takoma Park is a small jurisdiction in Montgomery County, Maryland bordering the District of Columbia and Prince George's County. Inhabited by a diverse and politically active population of 17,000 residents, Takoma Park is known for its progressive policies, historic tree-lined neighborhoods, and independent businesses. We are proud to be a workforce of almost 200 full-time and part-time employees that are as diverse as the community we serve. We strive to maintain excellent customer service and responsiveness to our residents and everyone we work with. It is with this in mind that we seek to improve by championing quality and efficiency through a dedicated workforce and cooperative spirit.
The City of Takoma Park is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the residents we serve and the area in which we live. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where employees of diverse backgrounds can thrive and make a positive impact in the services we provide.
The City of Takoma Park is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the residents we serve and the area in which we live. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where employees of diverse backgrounds can thrive and make a positive impact in the services we provide.