Utilities Regulatory Compliance Internship
Job Location:
San Clemente, CA - USA
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Job Summary
- Description
- The City of San Clemente is excited to announcewe are currently accepting applications for the position of:Utilities Regulatory Compliance Internship(Public Works/Utilities/Water)
The City of San Clemente is seeking motivated and detail-oriented individuals to join the Public Works Department Utilities Division as Utilities Regulatory Compliance Interns.This internship is a great opportunity for students or early-career professionals interested in environmental science water quality public utilities regulatory compliance sustainability public health or local government. Interns will gain hands-on experience supporting City utility programs related to recycled water water quality environmental protection backflow prevention cross-connection control inspections records management and regulatory reporting.
Working under the guidance of experienced Utilities staff interns will assist with a variety of administrative analytical and field-support tasks that help the City maintain safe reliable and compliant utility operations.
The Citys Regulatory Compliance Analyst supports recycled water water quality environmental protection backflow cross-connection control regulatory tracking inspections audits records reporting and public/customer communication. This internship would be designed to support those program areas.
- Essential Functions
What Youll Do: Intern assignments may include but are not limited to: Assist with organizing and maintaining compliance records inspection files program documents and tracking logs Support recycled water backflow prevention cross-connection control water quality and environmental compliance program activities Help compile review and organize data related to inspections monitoring testing corrective actions and compliance status Assist with preparing reports spreadsheets correspondence maps presentations notices outreach materials and other written documents Participate in field visits site inspections recycled water site reviews and coverage testing activities under staff supervision Assist with tracking backflow testing records customer notifications program follow-up items and outstanding compliance documentation Conduct basic research on utility water quality environmental recycled water or regulatory topics Help review forms program materials procedures and records for completeness and accuracy Support audits evaluations and follow-up tracking by organizing documentation and confirming assigned items are complete Communicate professionally with City staff laboratories outside agencies utility customers and members of the public as appropriate Assist with special projects that improve program organization data tracking records retention customer communication or internal procedures
Interns may help with data collection research records reports and inspection support but would not be expected to independently perform complex regulatory analysis make final compliance determinations issue citations or represent the City on regulatory matters without direction. - Typical Qualifications
The Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate is curious organized dependable and interested in learning how environmental compliance and public utility operations work in a municipal setting.
This internship is a strong fit for someone who enjoys a mix of office work field exposure data organization research and public service. The successful candidate will be comfortable working with detailed records spreadsheets technical information and regulatory materials while also being willing to learn from staff in the field.
The ideal candidate will also:- Be interested in environmental science biology chemistry water quality public utilities sustainability public health engineering or local government
- Have strong attention to detail and the ability to keep records organized and accurate
- Be comfortable using Microsoft Office spreadsheets databases shared files and digital tracking tools
- Communicate clearly and professionally in writing by phone by email and in person
- Be willing to learn about recycled water backflow prevention cross-connection control water quality inspections and compliance programs
- Exercise good judgment ask questions and follow instructions carefully
- Be able to handle multiple assignments and deadlines with changing priorities
- Be comfortable participating in field visits and outdoor inspections when needed
- Take pride in supporting work that protects public health the environment and the San Clemente community
- Current enrollment or recent graduation in an accredited college or university program in Environmental Science Environmental Engineering Biology Chemistry Water Utility Science Public Health Sustainability Environmental Studies Public Administration or other relevant field
- Availability to work part-time during the week (Monday-Thursday daytime flexible hours)
- Have a minimum G.P.A. of 3.0 or higher
- Supplemental Information
- All applicants must submit a completed City of San Clemente application form and supplemental questionnaire in order to be considered. Applications will not be accepted by fax or email.
Applications must be submitted via the Citys web site at
Prior to employment the prospective candidate must successfully complete a background review medical examination including drug screen and be fingerprinted all at City expense. If selected acceptable identification showing entitlement to legally work in the United States will be required.
SELECTION PROCESS
- Applications and Supplemental Questions will be reviewed and evaluated for relevant education and experience.
- Candidates considered to have the best qualifications will be invited to participate in the selection process.
- The selection process will consist of an Oral Interview weighted at 100%.
- An eligibility list will be established and may be used to fill future vacancies.
For more information regarding this recruitment please contact Cara Morinat or.
As an equal opportunity employer the City strongly encourages people with disabilities and people from historically marginalized communities to apply.
Required Experience:
Intern
