Share Email Opening Title Sustainability Research Assistant  Open Date 3/24/2017   Full-Time/Part-Time Seasonal   Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt   Bargaining / Non-Bargaining Non-Bargaining   Division Public Works   Location Division of Sustainability   Reports To Sustainability Director   Schedule 30-40 hours/week, up to 12 weeks, between May and September, 2017. May require infrequent evening or weekend hours. Schedule may vary based on operational needs.   Pay Rate $10.10/hr.-$12.00/hr.   Description SUMMARY This position supports on-going efforts to measure greenhouse gas emissions, monitor energy data, and increase resource efficiency across City government and the community. The intern will play a key role in data management and analysis, project research and development, and public outreach and communication. SUPERVISION EXERCISED Not applicable. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES This list represents the types of duties required by the position. Other duties may be assigned as reasonably expected. • Perform research and prepare summaries and recommendations for energy and sustainability projects. Prepare case studies and analysis of successful projects. • Evaluate facilities and City operations for savings opportunities. • Support design of City’s energy and water efficiency programs by documenting procedures and policies. • Analyze energy use data for billing errors, energy rate issues, and opportunities for efficiency or cost savings using City’s online energy management software and MS Excel. • Provide support to Office committees and partners such as the Green Ribbon Commission, employee committee, volunteer groups, working groups, etc. • Help manage and develop content for Office website, Facebook, Twitter, and e-newsletter. • Support development and distribution of educational materials including printed materials, informational graphics, poster displays, and/or presentations. • Work professionally with other City departments and the public. • Serve as an ambassador of the Office of Sustainability and the City of South Bend. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty in a satisfactory manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   Position Requirements EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE • Well-rounded graduate or undergraduate student or recent graduate. Business, environmental science, sustainability, public policy, architecture/landscape architecture, engineering, and construction degree programs are of particular interest. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES PREFERRED • Must have demonstrated quantitative and spreadsheet management skills. • Must be a strong writer and experienced social media user. • Ability to conduct on-line research and summarize findings for a variety of audiences is essential. • GIS experience a plus. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS • None. EQUIPMENT Desktop and laptop computer; landline and cellular; facsimile machine; copier, and scanner. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and walk, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required in this job include vision and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT Standard office setting with some travel from site to site. Some exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, noxious odors, gases, and all types of weather and temperature conditions; work and/or walk on various types of surfaces including slippery or uneven surfaces and rough terrain. Work environment is both formal and informal, team oriented, having variable tasks, pace, and pressure.   Required   About the Organization South Bend is the economic, educational, media, and cultural hub of a multi-county region spanning the Michigan-Indiana border. It's the fourth-largest city in Indiana with over 100,000 residents. South Bend's flourishing collegiate community and burgeoning tech industry have built upon the foundation of the city's industrial past to create a vibrant present and a promising future. The city's 14 institutions of higher learning, including the internationally renowned University of Notre Dame, infuse South Bend with creative energy in the arts, business, and technology. Combined with recent economic growth, strong neighborhoods, an affordable cost of living, exciting recreational opportunities, and thriving arts venues make South Bend a fabulous place to live, work, and, play. ***AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.***   EOE Statement EOE/ADA Statement The City of South Bend provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application/hiring process should contact the Legal Department's ADA Compliance Officer, Michael Schmidt, at legaldept@southbendin.gov and Human Resources at humanresources@southbendin.gov to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis. The City of South Bend seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality public safety officers, staff and administration. The City of South Bend is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from underrepresented candidates and others that will enhance our community in compliance with EO No. 1-2016 Section 1. Moreover, the City of South Bend prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).   This position is currently not accepting applications. 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