Utah Transit Authority's Capital Services department is seeking a motivated individual to assist with environmental and sustainability related activities associated with National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) analyses for capital projects and sustainability efforts across the agency. Tasks may include but are not limited to the following: research, data collection/analysis, document/report creation and completion, and preparing presentation materials for meetings.
This position is part-time, not to exceed 29 hours per week. Flexible Schedule.
Duration: Approximately 6 to 12 months.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Training:
Junior level student or higher, currently enrolled in an accredited college or university, seeking an undergraduate or graduate degree in environmental science, sustainability, transportation planning, engineering, public administration, or related field. Graduate students are encouraged to apply. Transcripts and two letters of recommendation will be required prior to any offer of employment.
Knowledge:
Basic understanding of at least one of the following areas:
- Environmental science or engineering
- Sustainability
- Transportation system planning
- Transit operations and route planning relationship between land use, urban design and transit
- Quantitative/statistical analysis and business writing
Skills:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office at the intermediate level (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Reliable and self-directing
- Strong organizational skills
-OR-An equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience. (UTA reserves the right to determine the equivalencies of education and experience.)
As an intern or temporary employee, your Total Rewards Benefits Package will include:
- Training, development, and career advancement opportunities.
- Employee assistance program – includes counseling, legal services, financial planning, etc.
- 457 Contribution Plan, available for immediate contributions and company matching.
- Free Transit Pass.
- UTA Well – a comprehensive wellness program designed to support employees and dependents in their health and wellness goals.
- Free on-site fitness facilities.
For more information on UTA's Total Rewards benefits package, please visit: https://jobs.jobvite.com/rideuta/#benefits
Pay Rate: $20.517 Per Hour
If interested, apply before: Open Until Filled
* Utah Transit Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, covered veterans, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants needing an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for any part of the application process should contact UTA Human Resources at 801-287-2324. A minimum of two workdays' notice prior to the need for the accommodation is required.
*Utah Transit Authority is a drug-free workplace, subject to federal drug and alcohol testing regulations under 49 CFR Part 40, 655, and 219. All offers for employment are contingent upon a successful pre-employment drug test. If a pre-employment test returns a non-negative result, an application for employment may be rejected. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident testing for drug and alcohol use. All safety sensitive employees are subject to random testing for drug and alcohol use.
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