Student Intern - Undergraduate (CDA)

At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin.” Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture on the Department of Human Resources website. Read on to find out more about this opportunity.

Marin County Community Development Agency

The Community Development Agency (CDA) has a long history of innovation and leadership. CDA is a multifunctional agency shaping many aspects of environment and communities, organized into five mission-oriented divisions: Planning, Building and Safety, Environmental Health Services, Housing and Federal Grants, and Sustainability. CDA’s mission is to promote, protect, and advance healthy, safe, and equitable communities

We are recruiting two students willing to commit to a six-week internship. The internship will start in June and goes through July 24. Students should expect to work 37.5 hours each week. The position does not offer benefits.  

Working under the lead direction of the Permit Services Supervisor and Building Official for the Community Development Agency in Building and Safety, the Building & Safety intern will gain experience in customer service and permit processing.

Duties may include:

• Provide information at the counter, by telephone and through correspondence in response to routine and general questions regarding building ordinances and codes and building permit application process and procedures.
• Direct the public to various County departments to obtain necessary information to apply for permits.
• Assist the public in completing building permit applications and other necessary forms.
• Work with applicants in the Permit Center to gain insight into ways to improve our Customer Service processes.
• Verify both workers compensation and valid contractor license information have been filed with the County.
• Perform a variety of office support duties including preparing, sorting, and cataloging files for image storage; writing routine reports; and maintaining a variety of records.
• Send emails and written letters to applicants to verify permit status and updates Building & Safety databases.

Our Highly Qualified Candidate has: 

Working under the lead direction of the Permit Services Supervisor and Building Official for the Community Development Agency in Building and Safety, the Building & Safety intern will gain experience in customer service and permit processing. The ideal candidate will be a customer-focused, detail-oriented professional with some knowledge of building codes, construction practices, and/or permitting processes. Strong communication, organization, and computer skills are essential, along with the ability to balance accuracy with excellent customer service.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

Applicants must be:

1. Enrolled in an academic or vocational curriculum at a college or university, OR
2. Within one year of having graduated, OR
3. A participant in a supervised program to meet licensure requirements of the State of California.

If you have questions concerning this position announcement, please contact Joy Fossett, Human Resources Analyst, at 415-473-7447.

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Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list.  The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill the current vacancy, and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active.
  
Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
  
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: If you have questions regarding equal employment opportunities, please contact Roger Crawford, Equal Employment Opportunity Director, at 415-473-2095.

Salary : $20 - $24