The City of Tarpon Springs is looking for data collection interns who will assist the Municipal Arborist in completing a field inventory of City trees. The interns should be college-level students in Environmental or Geographic Information Systems programs, or related fields. The interns will generally be collecting and compiling field data on City street trees and assist with analysis and summary of the data. Compensation will be $18/hour. Expected work schedule is up to 3 days per week. The Data Collection Intern will assist the Planning and Zoning Department, primarily the Municipal Arborist, and the Information Technology Department, primarily the GIS Administrator, in completing the inventory of City trees. This internship reports under the supervision of the Planning Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

• Compile, sort, and input data, in a field environment, on street trees located within the City's rights-of way with the use of specialized field equipment (GPS Locator with iPad, and tree-measuring equipment), working in teams.
• In an office environment, assist with compilation, analysis, summary and presentation of field data and public engagement data using geographic information system (GIS), spreadsheets, exhibits (e.g., photographs) and report writing skills.
• Assist with public engagement workshops or events related to urban forestry management.
• Candidate should be willing and able to conduct extensive physical field work under potentially adverse conditions.
• Candidate should be able to exercise good judgment in field situations, especially while working along rights-of-way.
• Candidate should be able to provide courteous and informative interactions with the public during field work.
• Performs related work as assigned

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Enrolled as at least a junior or senior pursuing a bachelor's degree from accredited college or university, preferably with course work in Environmental Sciences, Natural Sciences, Geography, Sustainability, Forestry, Geographic Information Systems, or a related field.
• Experience working in a team environment to achieve goals is preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

GROUP A Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

• Primarily performs field work including driving, walking, full range of body motion for measuring/evaluating trees from the ground, grasping/equipment manipulation, repetitive movements, visual and hearing acuity.
• Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

UNAVOIDABLE HAZARDS

(WORK

ENVIRONMENT

): Unavoidable hazards refer to job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

• Exposure to hot and humid work environment.
• Exposure to vehicular traffic including movement, sounds, and potential hazards.
• Potential exposure to effects of interacting with plants, animals, and insects including odor, allergic reactions, bites, etc.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE

The City of Tarpon Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

STANDARD CLAUSES

May be asked to report nights, weekends, holidays depending on events and business needs of the City. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

ESSENTIAL SAFETY FUNCTIONS

It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures, and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses. Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed, and employees are properly trained.