Community Development Intern at Pierce Transit – Lakewood, Washington

Pierce Transit is an award winning organization focused on fulfilling the mission of improving people's quality of life by providing safe, reliable, innovative, and useful transportation services that are locally based and regionally connected.

Pierce Transit's Community Development Department is recruiting for our next Community Development Assistant – Intern!

This is an opportunity for currently enrolled undergraduate students who want to participate in real-world application of their field of study. In this role, you will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience in community engagement under our Community Development department.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to build skills and gain experience in community development, public engagement and community outreach, as well as provide them with an introduction to the transit industry.

The student will work alongside experienced professionals and will assist in planning for and staffing a variety of community engagement events to share information about Pierce Transit services and projects, with the goal of increasing community awareness and use of Pierce Transit services. The student will interact with diverse community members and internal staff, representing the Community Development Department.

This is trainee-level work of limited duration in which the student provides technical assistance in the administration of a program while enrolled in a vocational school, college or university.

BENEFITS:
At Pierce Transit, our employees’ health is important to us too! That’s why we offer four on-site gyms.

Pierce Transit provides an ORCA Card benefit for each employee and a family member. This benefit provides free access to service on Pierce Transit, Sound Transit, Community Transit, Everett Transit, King County Metro, Kitsap Transit, Seattle Monorail, Seattle Streetcar, King County Water Taxi and Kitsap Foot Ferry.

PAID LEAVE:
Under the Washington Paid Sick Leave (WPSL) law, you will be eligible for one (1) hour of WPSL for every forty (40) hours worked, prorated for each pay period you work.
The following functions are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Provides program support to the Community Development Sales and Outreach team while learning business practices, policies and procedures.
• Assists Community Development staff in planning and preparing for outreach and education events and functions.
• Staffs community outreach events, including but not limited to farmers' markets, fairs and other community events.
• Delivers internal and external presentations to promote Agency services, projects and general information.
• Promotes Pierce Transit services and projects to community members.
• Generates ORCA and Rideshare leads for the Department.
• Demonstrates reliable and consistent attendance.
• Operate Agency outreach vehicles.
• Performs related work as required.

Required:

• Graduation from high school or GED,
• Actively enrolled in an institute of higher learning pursuing degree in community development, marketing, communications, business or other closely related area of study.

Desired:

• Experience in community engagement and delivering presentations.
• Ability to drive agency vehicle.

Licensing, certifications, and other legal requirements:

• Individuals must pass a background check.
• Valid Washington State driver's license at time of hire.

Other Requirements:

• Applicants must be willing to undergo a background check as part of the selection process.
• This is a part-time position working up to 20 hours per week while college is in session and up to 30 hours when college is not in session.
• Must be available to work on-site at Pierce Transit and at various locations in Pierce County.
• Must be available to work evenings and weekends.

Physical Requirements:
Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the classification and have the mobility, balance, coordination, vision, hearing and dexterity levels appropriate to the essential functions performed. Must be able to transport supplies/materials from vehicle to building for meetings and presentations, set-up and tear-down outreach booths, and travel to/from various community locations to conduct work. Ability to move objects weighing up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Conditions:
Work is performed in an office environment or in the field at various job locations. Operation of Agency outreach vehicle to travel to work locations, job sites or to various meetings is required. When in the office, work is subject to normal office noise. When in the field, the position is subject to inclement weather conditions, traffic and potentially hazardous conditions.
Application Instructions
To be considered for this vacancy, you must apply online:

1. The online application must include a chronological work history and/or education, applicants must also attach resumes and/or cover letters as required to be considered for this position.
2. Applicants must also attach a cover letter stating how they meet the qualifications for the position in order to be considered.
3. A resume will not substitute for completing the Work Experience section of the application.
4. At least 3 professional references should be included with names, professional titles, and current phone numbers and/or email addresses to include a recent or current supervisor.
   

READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION COMPLETELY:

• Carefully review your application for accuracy, spelling and grammar before submitting.
• Please ensure that your work history has been updated to include employment end dates as applicable.
• The initial screening of applications will be solely based on the information provided in the supplemental questions and the content and completeness of the "work experience" and "education" sections of your application at www.piercetransit/careers/.
• A resume will not substitute for completing the "work experience" section of the application.
• All information may be verified and documentation may be required.

For questions regarding this recruitment or assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources - Recruitment @ 253-581-8095 or jobs@piercetransit.org

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Pierce Transit Is An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Pierce Transit has a strong commitment to the community we serve and our employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class.

Pierce Transit's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay and all other forms of compensation, including benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment.