Temporary Student Intern - Regulatory Compliance

Irvine Ranch Water District • Irvine, CA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Irvine Ranch Water District (IRWD) is seeking a Temporary Student Intern for the Regulatory Compliance Department. This role involves performing meaningful, productive, and challenging work, making significant contributions to projects and District functions. Interns will receive hands-on training emphasizing teamwork, independence, and the development of technical skills. Specifically, interns in the Regulatory Compliance Department will gain experience in field sample collection of water, recycled water, and wastewater facilities using multiple techniques. They will also gain experience with data entry for regulatory reporting, reviewing new and existing regulations in the water and wastewater industries, using software to streamline data management and regulatory processes, and acquiring valuable knowledge about water permitting and public health and environmental protection while serving the local community.

Requirements

• Active enrollment as a student in an institution of higher learning, at either the undergraduate or the graduate level, is required at the time of appointment.
• Knowledge of research methods and data collection techniques including statistical methods.
• Knowledge of English usage, grammar, punctuation, and report writing techniques.
• Intermediate to advanced level skill in Microsoft Office Suite required.
• Ability to work independently, without close supervision, in the office and field.
• Ability to read and interpret complex technically written materials.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to use tact, discretion, patience and understanding in dealing with all levels of employees, customers, external partners and the public.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and calculate percentages.
• Ability to use MS Office Suite (Word, Excel).
• Keyboarding abilities sufficient to perform the job.
• Ability to use good personal judgment and discretion in performing all job functions.
• Ability to remain calm in crisis and emergency situations.
• Ability to use discretion when handling and disseminating sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to reach for documents, supplies, or equipment at varying heights (within a standard office environment) and grasp them, including the use of filing cabinets or shelves.
• Valid Class “C” California Drivers' License required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with field sample collection of water, recycled water, and wastewater facilities using multiple techniques.
• Experience with data entry for regulatory reporting.
• Experience reviewing new and existing regulations in the water and wastewater industries.
• Experience using software to streamline data management and regulatory processes.
• Knowledge about water permitting and public health and environmental protection.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of office and/or field research, data collection and analysis related to an assigned subject.
• Under supervision, utilize appropriate field instruments and equipment to measure and record physical water quality parameters and/or collect appropriate water samples at various locations for laboratory analysis.
• Shadows expert position(s) within the department and train in a variety of tasks.
• Compiles, organizes and interprets data with meticulous attention to detail and investigative ability when a problem arises.
• Prepares comprehensive technical reports and/or studies on assigned subject matter.
• Performs preliminary quality assurance review of field water quality data that has been entered into LIMS (Laboratory Information System) by Regulatory Compliance Field Monitoring Staff.
• When assigned to monitoring, tasks may also include preparing for sample collection, collecting samples, and completing chain of custodies.
• Prepares documents, memos and other correspondence as necessary for project completion.
• Attends meetings as required.
• Comply with District safety work-related practices and attend relevant safety training.

Benefits

• Hands on training emphasizing teamwork, independence and development of technical skills.
• Meaningful, productive and challenging work by making significant contributions to projects, research or other primary District functions.
• Working in a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment where employees form strong bonds with fellow employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree