Intern - Community Risk Reduction (Fire Department) summer
Company: Village of Schaumburg
Location: Schaumburg
Posted on: January 19, 2023
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Job Description:
VILLAGE OF SCHAUMBURG
Human Resources Department
101 Schaumburg Court,Schaumburg, IL 60193
http://www.schaumburg.com/
The Village of Schaumburg is a thriving community of 78,732
residents located 12 miles west of O'Hare International Airport and
approximately 26 miles northwest of Chicago. Not only is Schaumburg
the twelfth-largest community in the State of Illinois, but it is
also home to the second-largest concentration of retail, office,
and commercial activity.Notable village distinctions include being
named one of the "Top Ten Best Places to Live" by Money
Magazine;being ranked No. 5 overall in WalletHub's "Best Illinois
Cities for Jobs"; and receiving the Distinguished Budget
Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association
for meeting the highest principles of governmental budgeting for
the seventh consecutive year.
The village employs approximately 600 employees in 12 departments,
including police, fire, engineering and public works,
communications, community development, cultural services, economic
development, finance, general government, human resources,
information technology, and transportation. Our employees work to
serve the residents and strive to make Schaumburg the best
community it can be.
NOW ACCEPTINGAPPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF:
Intern - Community Risk Reduction (Fire Department) summer with an
online application deadline of 03/31/2023.
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Interviews will be conducted as applications are received. This
position will remain open until filled.
PAY RANGE: $19.03- $27.60per hour based on a 40-hour workweek.
Please attach as part of your application all necessary documents
verifying that you meet the minimum qualifications for the
position.
JOB SUMMARY:
This position conducts fire inspections in residential and
commercial properties in accordance with the Village's fire codes
and ordinances. This position monitors and documents violation
information and must have a general knowledge of fire codes.
Prepares written and verbal reports based on inspection data.
Position is for the summer months typically based on a 40 hour work
week.
To succeed in this role, applicants will need to effectively and
clearly communicate to a full range of people, be capable of
prioritizing multiple projects, organize time and resources
effectively, have a willingness to learn, and be able to shift
gears comfortably.
JOB DUTIES:
1. Primary responsibility will be to conduct fire inspections to
promote fire safety and prevent fire hazards. These inspections
will include site meetings with property managers and owners.
2. Enters inspection results in computer data system and manages
various computer applications as assigned.
3. Prepares and submits reports of inspection findings with
pertinent code sections of violations.
4. Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Minimum of an Associate's Degree from an accredited college or
equivalency of college hours.
2. In process of obtaining a Bachelor's or Graduate Degree in fire
science or a closely related field.
3. A minimum of six months of general work experience.
4. Demonstrate a basic knowledge of fire codes and inspection
regulations.
5. Possession of a valid driver's license.
6. Personal vehicle required with mileage reimbursement.
7. Candidates should be detail oriented, self-motivated, and
possess superior organization and writing skills.
8. Proficiency with current computer technology, job specific
software, and customer service systems.
BENEFITS:
Temporary employees are not eligible for benefits.
SELECTION PROCESS:
Candidate screening process may consist of an application review,
skills testing, employability assessment, interviews, reference
checks, and other job-related testing or verifications. Chosen
candidates will be subject to a background and criminal history
investigation, and qualifying pre-employment medical examination
and drug screen (including cannabis).
THE VILLAGE OF SCHAUMBURG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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