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Are you looking for a challenging role within an organization that provides rewarding compensation and career growth opportunities? If so, Lake County Government is the place for you. Comprised of nearly 3,000 employees, it is our goal to positively serve the residents of Lake County while working with a purpose. We believe our employees should take pride in the work they accomplish while truly respecting a collaborative work environment.

The Stormwater Management Commission (SMC) is seeking 1 long-term (up to 1,000 hours) intern to assist with administrative support for SMC Program Management.

  Before applying for this position, please be sure to visit https://www.lakecountyil.gov/3973/Flood-Information-and-Programs to learn more about the Voluntary Floodplain Buyout Program.

Depending on the assignment, the incumbent may perform a combination of some or all the following duties, and perform related duties as assigned:

• Program Management Support will include, but not limited to:
  • Communication and collaboration between SMC and homeowners, stakeholders, and various government entities
  • Project cost tracking
  • Property transfer assistance
• Bid Administrative Support will include, but not limited to:
  • Maintaining bid files
  • Asbestos abatement planning and supervision
  • Bid development and writeup
  • Bid opening
  • Bid tabulation
  • Bid award and rejection notices
  • Reference checks for winning bids
  • Performance bonds
  • Liability insurance
  • Gathering required documentation for bids
• Demolition Project Administrative Support will include, but not limited to:
  • Intermediate level knowledge of Microsoft Office products
  • Maintaining demolition files
  • Scheduling demolitions
  • Permit support
  • Notice to proceed checklists
  • Habitat for Humanity and Recycling/Reuse coordination
  • Site compliance and supervision
  • Site documentation
  • Coordination with other Lake County departments to facilitate utility disconnects
  • Purchase and payment requests
  • Maintaining accounting and budget balances
  • Site documentation
  • Coordination with other Lake County departments to facilitate utility disconnects
  • Purchase and payment requests
  • Maintaining accounting and budget balances

• Intermediate level knowledge of Microsoft Office products
• Ability to work both inside and outside in variable conditions
• Willing to engage in limited to moderately strenuous physical activity
• Highly motivated, be willing to take initiative and coordinate with project managers to ensure assigned work items are completed on schedule
• Experience with ESRI ArcGIS software is highly desirable but not required
• High level of attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Graduate of, or current student in, a 2- or 4-year higher education program
• Emphasis on environmental science, geography, urban planning, hazard or disaster (specifically flood) mitigation planning and who have an interest in local and federal government processes
• Must have a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE POSITION

• Most of the work will be in the office but field visits are a possibility, so candidate must be able to work both inside and outside in variable conditions and engage in limited to moderately strenuous physical activity.

The candidate will work approximately 40 hours per week for up to 15 weeks. The desired start date is flexible. Class credit may be available; please check with your academic advisor. Questions should be directed to Jeff Laramy at jlaramy@lakecountyil.gov or 847-377-7709.   Every effort will be made to provide County vehicles for field use; however, candidates must have their own transportation for traveling to and from field sites, if needed. The candidate must have a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.  

Visit our Prospective Employee page to get additional information on why you should work for Lake County! To learn more about the department you will be working for, visit the Lake County Stormwater Management Commission Website. To learn more about other services Lake County provides and to see some of our employees in action, visit our website to view videos. If you need assistance writing your resume, we have some tools to help you at our Human Resources website. Any offer of employment is conditioned on the successful completion of a background screening, drug, and alcohol testing, and may include a pre-employment medical exam at a County-approved medical facility, at no cost to the applicant. 

NOTE: If COVID guidelines are still in effect at the time of hire, all candidates and staff will adhere to those guidelines including social distancing, masking, and in-office staffing levels.

Lake County is committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.