Job Details
Salary: $16.00 Hourly
Location : Granger, IA
Job Type: Temporary/Seasonal
Job Number: C23-39
Department: Polk County Conservation Board
Opening Date: 04/09/2024
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A
Hours: TBD
Bargaining Unit: Not Applicable
Salary Grade: N/A
Location: Jester Park
Under direct supervision of a specified Unit Manager, assists in performing duties as assigned in accordance with the student's educational program and the needs of the unit to which the student is assigned; and to perform related duties as assigned. Assists in varied assignments such as technical/professional work, research, analysis, and other duties as assigned.
This Intern position is with Polk County Conservation Equine Department. The ideal candidate will need to be able to commit to 40 hours a week starting May 20, 2024, and ending August 11, 2024.
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Illustrative Examples of Work
- Performs routine work pertinent to the subject area to which assigned such as administration, natural resources, environmental education, community outreach, parks advocacy, parks planning, construction and maintenance, equestrian, and leisure services.
- Specific work assignments depend on the terms of the student's educational program and the unit to which the student is assigned. Examples of work to be performed in each division or area include:
- Administration- data entry; meeting attendance and documentation; correspondence development; operating office equipment and computer software
- Natural Resources- installation & maintenance of rain/pollinator gardens, bio swales, etc.; general landscaping practices; invasive species control; habitat restoration
- Environmental Education- development and implementation of public education programs for all ages; field trip assistance; special event assistance
- Community Outreach- content creation for websites, social media, and print materials; digital asset management; special event assistance
- Parks Advocacy- general park maintenance and facility upkeep; Park Ranger job shadowing; actively participate in visitor services
- Parks Planning- GIS data entry and mapping, design development, field visit/site condition assessment, written reports and presentations
- Construction & Maintenance- general building and grounds maintenance; maintain and service equipment; check safety systems
- Equestrian Center- equine feeding and grooming; facility maintenance; public programming
- Leisure Services- day to day contact with venue/event participants; event planning and execution; marketing and communications; hospitality
Performs related duties as assigned. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities- Basic knowledge of the concepts of the field to which the internship applies.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to apply knowledge gained through formal education to situations encountered in the work setting.
- Ability to operate equipment, machinery, computer/software, office equipment, etc. as needed.
Training and Experience- Enrollment at a post-secondary school in coursework relevant to the duties of the unit to which assigned.
Click below for a detailed overview of our benefits package.
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Please explain why you are interested in a internship with Polk County Conservation?
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What are your future career goals?
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We provide public programming Monday-Saturday from 7am-8pm depending on the program. Please list the days and times you will be available to work.
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How many hours per week would you like this internship to be?
- 40 hours
- Less than 29 hours
- 15 hours or less
05
Please let us know of any dates/weeks you will not be available to work during this internship due to vacations or other planned events?
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We offer a variety of programs at Jester Park Equestrian Center. Which of the following programs would you be interested in your internship? mark all that apply.
- Guided trail rides for the public.
- Summer camps for children
- Equine assisted learning and therapy programs
- Team Driving programs
07
Please provide a short explanation of your experience teaching or working with children?
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Please describe your experience riding horses, including how long you have ridden, and what is your comfort level with riding a trained horse at a walk, trot, and canter? Add any other information that may be relevant.
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How many years of experience do you have in the care/boarding of horses?
- Less than 2 years experience
- 2 but less than 4 years of experience
- 4 but less than 6 years of experience
- 6 or more years of experience
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What is your most significant experience with horses or in a barn setting?
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Safety is our top priority. Please tell us 2-3 safety concerns that should be at the front of any horseperson's mind when working with horses and guests.
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Tell us about your experience with horse handling and medical care.
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Do you have experience with tractors, UTVs, and skid loaders?
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Do you have experience with in barn chores such as feeding or mucking stalls?
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Describe your instruction, teaching, or coaching experience in horsemanship, ridding, and otherwise.
Required Question