CLOSING DATE: APRIL 18, 2023
THIS RECRUITMENT WILL ESTABLISH AN ELIGIBLE LIST TO FILL TWO (2) INTERN VACANCIES IN THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION. THE POSITIONS ARE TEMPORARY AND PART-TIME AND DO NOT INCLUDE BENEFITS.
The part-time hourly pay rate is $16.90 per hour. Employee will work 16 to 24 hours per week.
The mission of the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is to enhance the quality of life in our community by protecting and improving Montgomery County's air, water, and land in a sustainable, innovative, inclusive, and industry-leading way while fostering smart growth, a thriving more sustainable economy and healthy communities.
DEP is seeking a Public Services Intern to support the Stream Monitoring Section. The Stream Monitoring Intern will gain hands-on experience and exposure to biological monitoring protocols while part of the team assessing stream health in Montgomery County for up to 24 hours per week for the summer and fall semesters. The intern will spend considerable time outside working with staff collecting biological, physiochemical, geomorphic and habitat data in various locations throughout the county. The experience gained in data analysis, GIS and database systems will be applied to available data to produce and assist in the characterization of the Montgomery County watersheds. Upon successful completion, individuals will understand the concepts, principles and procedures used by the County to assess stream health. Knowledge of procedures will be demonstrated by field audits or tests while feedback to the intern will be provided during bi-weekly meetings.