Flood Mitigation Program Management

Lake County•Libertyville, IL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Stormwater Management Commission (SMC) is seeking one full-time intern to provide administrative support for the SMC Flood Mitigation Program. This is a long-term position, not to exceed 1,000 hours. Applicants are encouraged to review information on the Voluntary Floodplain Buyout Program at https://www.lakecountyil.gov/3973/Flood-Information-and-Programs prior to applying.

Requirements

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
strong written and verbal communication skills
graduate of, or student in, a 2- or 4-year higher education program emphasis on environmental science, geography, urban planning, hazard or disaster (particularly flood) mitigation planning and who have an interest in local and federal government processes
candidate must be able to work both inside and outside in variable conditions and engage in limited to moderately strenuous physical activity
must have own transportation for traveling to and from field sites, if needed
must have a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record

Nice To Haves

Experience with ESRI ArcGIS software is highly desirable but not required
high level of attention to detail

Responsibilities

Program Management Support will include, but not limited to: Communication and collaboration between SMC and homeowners, stakeholders, and various government entities supporting project documentation, administrative records, and cost tracking assisting with property transfer activities related to voluntary floodplain buyout projects
Bid Administrative Support will include, but not limited to: maintaining bid files assistance with 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: 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