DEPT OF WATER RESOURCES

ADWR's mission is to safeguard the health, safety and economic welfare of the public by protecting, conserving and enhancing Arizona's water supplies in a bold, thoughtful and innovative manner. Do you want to join our team? ADWR is currently recruiting for an Intern position in the Active Management Area section.

Intern - Conveyance Team

Statewide Planning Division/Statewide AMA Section

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Job Location:

Address: Hybrid - 1110 W. Washington St., Suite #310

Phoenix, AZ 85007

Posting Details:

Salary: $16.50 - $17.60

Grade: 04

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Job Summary:

The Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR) has an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled and motivated student Intern!

This position will assist with the groundwater rights conveyance efforts within the Active Management Area (AMA) Section.

Schedule: Hours may vary up to 40 hours per week.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures. A minimum of two days on-site at the ADWR office per week is required.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Job Duties:

This internship position would assist the Conveyances team by:

Reviewing and assisting with processing groundwater right conveyance applications, including application preparation, data entry, and completeness reviews
Assisting with records management and inventory, including organizing files, entering data into databases, and maintaining accurate records for program needs
Collaborating with section staff to learn about program operations and the statutory and regulatory requirements that guide decisions regarding groundwater rights
Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

The ideal candidate should have:

Knowledge of:

Basic office practices such as filing, organizing, record-keeping, and data management
Basic research methods and the ability to locate and review information from records, databases, and online resources
Google Drive, Adobe, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and database systems

Skills in:

Clear written and verbal communication
Organizing, maintaining, and accurately entering records, files, and data
Managing detailed data entry with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Using spreadsheets and databases to enter, track, manage, and retrieve information
Working cooperatively in a team environment

Ability to:

Follow instructions and complete tasks accurately and efficiently
Learn and apply departmental procedures and policies
Learn and use web-based mapping and GIS systems to research property and groundwater right data
Manage time effectively and meet assigned deadlines
Maintain professionalism when working with staff and the public

Selective Preference(s):

Applicants should demonstrate an interest in water resources, environmental policy, or public service and possess strong organizational and communication skills to support program activities.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Candidates must be enrolled in a degree program related to water resources management, sustainability, environmental studies, GIS, Geology, Geography or a similar field.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

Work with a creative, collaborative team of people who enjoy sharing their knowledge and experience.

Gain valuable experience working in a State Agency.

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Retirement:

Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement system (ASRS). Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment. The current contribution rate is 12.00%.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact ADWR Human Resources Office at (602) 771-8500 for assistance. Persons with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language or an alternative format by contacting ADWR Human Resources. Arizona State Government is an AA/EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

ARIZONA MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (AMS)

All Arizona state employees operate within the Arizona Management System (AMS), an intentional, results-driven approach for doing the work of state government whereby every employee reflects on performance, reduces waste, and commits to continuous improvement with sustainable progress. Through AMS, every state employee seeks to understand customer needs, identify problems, improve processes, and measure results.
State employees are highly engaged, collaborative and embrace a culture of public service.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements