Planning Intern

Job Summary Provide specific project support in order to complete assigned tasks and perform other duties as assigned. Individual will have the opportunity to develop professional and technical skills for their academic development. City Of Elkhart – Job Description DEPARTMENT Development Services POSITION Planning Intern DIVISION Planning & Zoning STATUS Part-time CATEGORY Hourly ($18) FLSA Non-exempt REPORTS TO Asst. Director of Planning DATE 2026 Principal Duties And Responsibilities Perform tasks as assigned with accuracy and to completion. Ask questions for clarification when assigned tasks are unfamiliar or new. Maintain accurate record of tasks completed. Ability to manage and maintain large data sets. PERSONAL WORK TRAITS Ability to read and discern different types of information for assigned tasks. Ability to make basic judgements on work assignments to complete tasks. Other Duties And Responsibilities High school or Work Study Student/University student - Performs other duties as assigned. University student - Assists with issuing zoning clearances and sign permits. University student - Assists with answering questions pertaining to zoning and other planning. University student - Assists with reviews of proposed site plans and changes in land use upon request. University student - Assists with providing census and planning information to the general public and governmental agencies. Education And Experience High School Diploma or currently participating in high school work study program Currently pursuing Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration or closely related field. Valid driver’s license is required. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Ability to operate copier and fax machine Ability to deal courteously, effectively and efficiently with concerns of the general public Ability to work independently, and to communicate effectively with other departments and the general public, both written and verbally General knowledge of office procedures Basic knowledge of computers and software including Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, Access, etc. Physical, Mental, And Visual Skills Ability to speak and write effectively. Ability to communicate effectively with the public, property owners and developers. Ability to drive a car. WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed in a standard office environment and conditions with normal work pace and some pressure to meet deadlines. Post Offer Testing Requirements The City of Elkhart is a Drug Free Workplace. Therefore, successfully passing a post offer drug screen is required (random drug testing may be conducted after employment). Background checks producing acceptable BMV and criminal history reports required. POLICY STATEMENT The incumbent is required to possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities, and the physical, mental, and visual skills described in this job description to perform the principal duties, responsibilities and essential job functions. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent. Principal duties and responsibilities are intended to describe those functions that are essential to the performance of this job and other duties and responsibilities include those that are considered incidental or secondary to the overall purpose of this job. This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employee holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by the Mayor. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability. EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT I have read and understand all of the above. I have reviewed the duties and responsibilities for which I am responsible, as well as the minimum requirements of this position, with my supervisor. I understand that this document does not create an employment contract, and the above declarations are not intended to be an “all-inclusive” list of the duties and responsibilities of the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job. Employee Signature:________________________________________________________ Date: ___________________________________ #J-18808-Ljbffr