Seasonal Laborer

City of Fargo•Fargo, ND

23h•Hybrid

About The Position

Under general supervision provided by the Transit Planner, the Transit Intern is responsible for assisting in the planning and implementation of department projects and programs by collecting data, completing research, and providing project administration. The Transit Intern will perform analytical work, through the identification, collection and interpretation of data used to prepare plans, reports, maps, tables, procurement, marketing and public information plans (including social media), and public outreach regarding Transit. The Transit Intern may be assigned to specific areas such as administration, research, transit planning, marketing, operations, or public information.

Requirements

High school diploma or G.E.D.
Valid driver’s license or evidence of equivalent mobility
Knowledge of the transit system
Knowledge of research methods and accounting
Knowledge of general computer software
Ability to manage projects and understand procurement
Skill in organization and statistics
Skill in developing and interpreting data
Skill in performing mathematical computations such as algebraic functions
Skill in communication and interpersonal skills as applies to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public, etc., sufficient to exchange or convey information, resolve disputes, and receive work direction.

Responsibilities

Prepares staff reports from data and information used from projects, studies, and proposals.
Prepares or updates new and existing polices for transit and contractor staff.
Prepares maps, photos, tables, and charts reflecting conditions and trends or transit reports and presentations.
Procures items using City of Fargo or Federal procurement policy.
Works with vendors to provide information on transit operations for studies.
Reviews plans and reports from studies conducted on transit operations by outside vendors.
Reviews potential changes to transit operations, which include route timings, route paths, bus stop reviews, and more.
Create, review and/or install marketing materials for upcoming campaigns.
Recommend new or changes to current marketing campaigns.
Assist in transit events outside of the office; may be outside regular office hours.
Monitor and evaluate contractor operations/employees.
Remove/Replace bus stop signs or locations as needed.
Submit/update transit related social media posts.
Prepare press releases and news items for transit.
Performs all job duties in compliance with safety guidelines and with an ongoing awareness of safety practices.
Knows and follows department and city rules as well as sound work and safety practices in order to accomplish the job objectives and avoid injury or loss; Wears proper protective equipment when policy requires or conditions indicate a need exists and utilizes proper body mechanics and ergonomics while performing work; When potentially unsafe conditions are observed makes efforts to avoid or correct them if they are controllable and draws them to the attention of the responsible supervisor or safety representative in a timely manner.
Communicates courteously and professionally and maintains working relationships with others in carrying out job functions.
Interacts regularly with others in the work unit, the public, vendors or across departments to exchange basic information as requested or as necessary to perform job duties; Occasionally interacts with others in the work unit, the public, vendors or across departments to exchange detailed and/or technical information where the ability to explain concepts is exercised.
Performs other duties and activities as assigned.