Education & Engagement Intern

San Antonio River Authority•San Antonio, TX

21h•Hybrid

About The Position

Provides assistance to the Education and Engagement team in executing various projects that support and enhance education and volunteer engagement for the San Antonio River Authority. Safety is #1 at the River Authority: We expect every employee: to 1) Strictly follow safety policies, rules, and safe work methods. 2) Promptly correct or report safety hazards or unsafe conditions. Immediately report injuries for prompt diagnosis and treatment. 3) Make regular suggestions for safety process improvements to support continuous safety improvement.

Requirements

High school diploma or G.E.D. with at least 60 semester hours from an accredited college or university with an emphasis in Environmental Science, Conservation/ Wildlife Education, Communications, Social Science, Public Relations, or any other field related to the mission and purpose of the River Authority.
Current office practices and equipment, including applicable software
Principles and practices of administrative functions
Microsoft Office Suite
Initiative, sound judgment, and diplomacy in a variety of public contact situations
Oral and written communication
Establish and maintain effective working relationships
Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and SARA Core Values of Stewardship, Integrity, and Excellence.

Responsibilities

Assists the team in coordinating and executing education and volunteer engagement events organized by the San Antonio River Authority.
Assists the team in responding to inquiries and providing relevant materials, when requested.
Provides support for volunteer events and trainings, meetings with other department staff and partner agencies.
Assists with volunteer and educational programs, coordinates meetings, loads/ unloads materials, sets up and breaks down at events, organizes materials and enforces safety considerations at volunteer events.
Demonstrates willingness to learn, speak, present, and educate groups of volunteers and community members about the San Antonio River Basin and the agency’s projects and programs.
Provides research and coordination assistance in the development of outreach materials for the River Authority, including but not limited to event flyers, blogs, newsletters, booth and display materials, and other necessary materials.
With general guidance, supports the Public Affairs team with planning and implementation of agency initiatives, assists with presentations and written content for public engagement, and provides support for departmental branding and public informational materials as needed.
Represents the River Authority in a professional manner to promote its mission and vision.
Is consistently punctual, reliable, and communicative of challenges, feedback, and opinions.
Performs related work as required.