Public Health Intern

This is a non-exempt, part-time position, not to exceed 1,039 work hours in a fiscal year, with Health and Human Services located in Carson City, Nevada.Under general supervision, Public Health Interns receive training and complete a variety of assignments or projects directly relating to their major course of study in order to enhance their academic training. This opportunity allows upper division or graduate students to build their portfolio with experience in Public Health, analytical thinking, communications, and relationship building.

This is a grant/special funded position and, as such, employees are responsible for knowing abiding by the rules of the grant/special funding. This position will continue to be funded as long as the grant/special funding is renewed.

This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.

• Completes a variety of assignments or projects related to Public Health, to assist with the operations and functions of the health department.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the health department by offering customer-focused interactions through the phone, electronic services, as well as face-to-face interactions with the public.
• Researches technical data involving demographic statistics, regulations, codes, etc.
• Works with various boards, committees, commissions, and divisions on objectives and goals relevant to assignments and projects.
• Attends meetings, forums, work sessions, and training seminars.
• Stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the areas of public health.
• Operates a variety of office equipment and technical tools related to job assignments.
• Assists in developing technical reports for distribution to various officials and members of the public; may develop and make presentations.
• Communicates with members of the general public, officials from other agencies and community groups, to gather information necessary to complete assignments and projects.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience:
Must be currently enrolled in upper division or graduate classes at an accredited college or university program with an emphasis on public health, or other closely related field.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:

• Valid Driver’s License.

Required Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of:

• Analyzing programs, policies, and operational needs.
• General public health functions, theories, and policies.
• Recent developments, current literature, and sources of information related to local government and public health.
• Public health principles and theories.
• Office procedures, methods, and computer equipment, including common office software such as word processing, spreadsheet, and email.
• Techniques for understanding and effectively communicating with individuals of various cultures.

Skill in:

• Working collaboratively andworking independently with good organizational skills and ability to communicate effectively.
• Planning and evaluating program goals and objectives and service delivery effectiveness.
• Identifying programmatic and operational problems, investigating, and evaluating alternatives, and implementing effective solutions.
• Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within general policy guidelines.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities.
• Dealing successfully with a variety of individuals from various socioeconomic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.
• Making public presentations to large and small groups.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities.
• Demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with staff and the public; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
Under General Supervision- Incumbents at this level are given assignments and objectives that are governed by specifically outlined work methods and a sequence of steps, which are explained in general terms. The responsibility for achieving the work objectives, however, rests with a superior. Immediate supervision is not consistent, but checks are integrated into work processes and/or reviews are frequent enough to ensure compliance with instructions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Mobility to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment and stamina to sit for extended periods of time; strength to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone; exposure to exposure to potentially hazardous medications and bodily fluids.CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

1. Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
2. Any City employee may be required to stay at or return to work during emergencies to perform duties specific to this classification or to perform other duties as requested in an assigned response position. This may require working a non-traditional work schedule or working outside normal assigned duties during the incident and/or emergency.
3. Employees may be required to complete Incident Command System training as a condition of continuing employment.
4. New employees are required to submit to a fingerprint-based background investigation and a drug screen. The fee associated with the background check and drug test must be paid for by the employee prior to beginning employment. Employment is contingent upon passing the background and the drug screening.
5. Carson City participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered employment with Carson City must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made. For additional information regarding acceptable documents for this purpose, please contact Human Resources at 775.887.2103 or go to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services web page atwww.uscis.gov.
6. This position cannot exceed 1039 hours in a fiscal year, July 1st to June 30th.

“Carson City is an Equal Opportunity Employer”