Engineering Intern

Job Title: Engineering Intern
Department: Engineering

Hiring Range: $20.35/min - $22.39/mid - $24.42/max

Position Overview: Join the City of Aspen Engineering Department as an Engineering Intern for summer 2024 to learn and understand the roles engineers play in a municipal government setting. Our department is focused on nurturing the abilities and interests of young engineers. As the Engineering Intern you'll gain experience in data collection, field work, project management, minor design work, inspections, and regulation enforcement. The ideal candidate has an interest in engineering as it relates to pedestrian/bicycle infrastructure and stormwater management. Come be a part of the fun, engaging and elevating Engineering Department at the City of Aspen. "Saving Lives, Saving Vacations."
Supervision Exercised and Received:

Essential Job Functions:
* Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
* Assist with project management, research, field work and data collection. Examples include the following:
o Concrete Replacement Project: Inventory existing infrastructure by identifying and assigning ratings to curb and gutter, non-compliant ADA ramps and sidewalks within City limits. This requires notifying property owners of the non-compliances and meeting with owners to identify solutions. Maintaining detailed records is required.
o Stormwater Monitoring Program: Collect water samples from the Roaring Fork River at stormwater outfall sites throughout the City to test for urban pollutants. Organize data and analyze results.
o Infrastructure Inventory/Maintenance Program: Assist project manager with remote camera operations for stormwater infrastructure inspections, data collection and required maintenance.
o Construction Site Inspection (CSI) Program: Assist CSI team members with construction site inspections for noise, and sediment and erosion control violations.
o Traffic Data Collection: Assist project manager with traffic data collection in the field using radar technology.
* Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation. Examples include the following:
o Public outreach events by preparing presentation materials, taking detailed notes, and discussing Engineering's project with the community.
o GIS data management:
* Update the City's stormwater BMP layer to maintain an accurate inventory of the stormwater infrastructure in the City.
* Update the Accident Report Map in GIS using incoming police reports.
o Research advances in urban drainage and the stormwater management industry.
City Organizational Values
* Supports and models the City of Aspen organizational values: Service, Partnership, Stewardship, and Innovation. Organizational values are shared principles that guide behavior across the organization. This position is responsible for upholding and applying these values while performing daily work functions.

Core Competencies:
Displays the following key competencies and behaviors in the overall job performance to include knowledge, skills and abilities:

* Service: Provides service with excellence, humility, integrity, and respect in daily work, builds trust by listening, treats people with respect, acknowledges opportunities for improvement, and follows through with commitments.
* Partnership: Actively creates strong, supportive internal and external relationships to attain a common goal and achieve greater impact together.
* Stewardship: Balances social, environmental, and financial responsibilities, evaluating the impact of decision making on a thriving future for all.
* Innovation: Develops technical expertise to pursue new ideas and creative outcomes, grounded in Aspen's unique culture, opportunities and challenges.
* Communication: Knowledge of effective and appropriate communication. Ability to use knowledge effectively in various contexts which may require oral, written, visual and non-verbal communication.
* Interpersonal: Works to develop strength in interpersonal skills. Has the ability to work well with diverse groups of people, both inside and outside the organization.
* Technology: Demonstrates technology skills sufficient for the nature and level of position. Demonstrates a willingness to learn new technologies and transition job duties accordingly to support technological advances and innovation.

Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education & Experience: One year studying Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field. Basic knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology.
Technical Knowledge: Must be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook (Email). Must have a basic understanding of computers and online computer-based technology applications, which includes accessing web-based platforms.
Licenses & Certifications: Must possess a valid driver's license.
NOTE: Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required abilities, knowledge, and skills as determined by the City of Aspen may be substituted for the requirements above.
Preferred Candidate: Complex problem solving, critical thinking, judgement, and decision-making skills. Experience with Civil 3D, ArcGIS Pro, and ArcGIS online. Self-motivated with strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Course work completed in water quality, hydrology, concrete design, traffic engineering or design are a bonus.
NOTE: This position requires a Criminal Background Check upon hire. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Criminal Background Check.
Position Type and Work Hours:
* Temporary, full-time, 40-hour work week, Monday - Friday.
* Evening and additional hours may be required depending on workload.
* Flexibility to work in Aspen after 5pm during rain events to collect stormwater samples is required.
Work Environment:
* Indoors: Office
* Outdoors/Off-Site: outdoor work may be required that involves varied weather conditions.
* This job will require physical presence in Aspen for much of the work however the position manager and intern will work to find a balance between remote working and in-office work. Note: housing is not provided.
Physical Demands:
* Collecting stormwater samples involves walking along the river over rough terrain, up and down moderately steep slopes and close to swiftly moving water.
* Bending: Bending or position oneself to move an object from one level to another.
* Carrying: transporting or moving an object.
* Climbing: Ascending or descending stationary objects.
* Crouching: Bending body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
* Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Performing work through using two or more body parts or other devices.
* Gripping/Grasping: Ability to apply pressure with fingers and palm.
* Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, through use of hands, fingers, or other means.
* Hearing: Perceiving and comprehending the nature and direction of sounds.
* Lifting: Moving objects weighing no more than 25 pounds from one level to another.
* Reaching: Extending the hands and arms or other device in any direction.
* Repetitive motions: Making frequent or continuous movements.
* Sitting: Remaining in a stationary position.
* Standing: Ability to sustain position for a period of time.
* Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.
* Talking: Communicating ideas or exchanging information.
* Visual Acuity: Ability to bring objects into focus.
* Mobility: Ability to move to traverse from one location to another.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.