Intern I or II - Community Development - Planning

Anticipated Salary Range: Level I: $15.90 - $17.89 

                                             Level II: $18.40 - $20.70 

Benefits: This position is benefits eligible. Please view our benefits guide here.

Why do I see two salary ranges?

The City of Greeley in compliance with Colorado state law, includes a salary range for all positions posted.  This law is intended to improve wage transparency.  The City of Greeley, in support of wage transparency posts both the full salary range for each position (what you might anticipate your earnings could be if you work for the City of Greeley for some time), as well as the anticipated hiring range (the range within which the City anticipates making an offer).  The actual offer extended will be based on your years of relevant experience, education, certifications and potentially other factors.  

City of Greeley's Total Rewards

The City of Greeley is proud to offer a robust benefits package in addition to your wages.  This package includes health and wellness, retirement savings, discounted access to Greeley facilities and more. 

Job Summary:

The City’s internship program provides hands-on experience for students exploring career opportunities in government service and related fields. 

Community Development Planning currently has one part-time, seasonal internship position to assist with planning tasks. The position is intended for summer 2025 for 16-20 hours per week during normal working hours (8a-5p, Monday through Friday). This is a paid internship designed for a student or recent graduate in Geography (GIS), Urban Planning, or a related field including but not limited to: Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Real Estate, Civil Engineering, Urban Design, Sociology Sciences, Environmental Studies, or Pre-law. 

Experience, Knowledge, Skills:

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of a four-year college or university
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Education or experience with ArcGIS software

Preferred

• Experience with Bluebeam Revu (or similar plan drafting software) is preferred, but not required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong customer service skills and professional demeanor.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and other computer systems.
• Sound judgment in evaluating land conditions, infrastructure, improvements, and development opportunities.
• Ability to create maps and data visualizations using ArcGIS or comparable programs.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare written and verbal reports for staff, appointed bodies, and elected officials
• Gather and synthesize public input
• Assist with reviews of land use proposals
• Provide supplemental support for planning department priorities
• Respond to public inquiries via phone, email, and in-person communication
• Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

• This position involves a combination of office work and fieldwork. Estimated 90% of the time is spent in an office environment, and 10% is spent at field sites or project locations. 
• A standard office environment, which involves working at a desk or workstation for extended periods. The noise level is generally low to moderate, consistent with a typical office setting. 
• Exposure to minimal hazards that are typically found in general office environment.
• Exposure to some field work to view assets and how information is collected.
• Fieldwork may involve exposure to outdoor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, or snow. Work may take place on uneven or rough terrain, near construction sites, or in environments with moving machinery and equipment. 
• Noise levels in the field can range from moderate to loud, depending on the project site.

Physical Requirements:

• Mobility: Ability to sit for extended periods at a desk or workstation, occasional walking or standing, ability to move throughout office location and project sites. 
• Dexterity: Ability to perform repetitive movements for typing, writing, and operating office equipment. 
• Strength: Ability to lift or carry objects weighing up to 15 pounds occasionally. 
• Endurance: Ability to maintain focu