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COLLEGE CO-OP WASTEWATER ENGINEERING (CONSTRUCTION/INSPECTIONS/OFFICE)

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COLLEGE CO-OP WASTEWATER ENGINEERING (CONSTRUCTION/INSPECTIONS/OFFICE)

Salary

$32,760.00 - $46,113.60 Annually

Location

Ohio 45202, OH

Job Type

Part-time Unclassified

Job Number

24-00665

Department

Metropolitan Sewer District

Opening Date

06/20/2024

Closing Date

7/20/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description

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General Statement of Duties

The Metropolitan Sewer District posted a number of College Co-Op Job Postings for the Fall Semester beginning August 2024. Please read through all Job Postings and apply for the position(s) you would like to be evaluated for and/or interviewed for as a Co-Op student.? ?The Project plans are included in the Job Postings. For more information about the different projects please contact jerrold.ware@cincinnati-oh.gov.

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The Priority Deadline for applications is July 1, 2024. Applications will be forwarded to Divisions within the Metropolitan Sewer District for review prior to the close of this posting. If selected for an interview, students will be notified of interviews, via email, as early as, the week ofJuly 1, 2024.

If selected for an interview, you will be contacted via the email provided during the application process.All applicants should have availability for work scheduled 32 - 40 hours per week.

TO APPLY:

Applicants must first set up a Master Profile in the City's NEOGOV system to apply for this position. Please click here https://www.governmentjobs.com/Applications/Index/cincinnati to create your Master Profile and apply for the College Co-Op.

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with completing your application, please call theNeoGov Help Line at 855-524-5627.

Interns/Co-ops/Externs for the City of Cincinnati may be performing duties in any potential field within the City's structure. These fields may include office-level work/assignments, fieldwork, and/or civic services. The nature of the work will be based on areas of interest, degree programs, or organizational needs. Candidates should have the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)

MSD WASTEWATER ENGINEERING

Mission:

To establish a partnership with colleges and universities, exposing as many students as possible to employment opportunities in the Wastewater Industry and to help them become experienced professionals in the next generation workforce.

Purpose: Co-ops will provide assistance to Wastewater Engineering Engineer in charge of construction inspection. Projects will be centered on tasks centered on construction inspections of capital projects. Field exposure to heavy Civil projects and completion of tasks to ensure high quality construction. Various office tasks will also be assigned.

Overview: Throughout the course of the year a number of college students will join MSD’s staff for a cooperative experience. Under direct supervision of an engineer, the Co-Op will perform assigned work by applying established engineering principles to practical applications. The co-op will interact with other personnel, including project managers, contractors, and other staff.

Expectations: Provides work outcomes that corresponds to the student’s level of education and prior experience under professional engineering supervision. Gain experience on construction projects and apply knowledge and reasoning skills in order carry out assignments. Engineering office assignments will also provide experience working with engineers in a professional setting.

Deliverables

Fall Semester 2024

• Budget:

Desk phone, computer

Salary of student for the duration of their semester (roughly 15 weeks)

• Logistics:

Student’s work station will be in the WWE Building first floor East. Cubicles are available.

• Training:

  The student must be trained on city policies, rules, regulations.

Milestones

• Orientation (week #1)

Needs Assessment (week #2)

Begin Project Work (weeks #1 - 3)

Engineer and co-op will work together to develop a working document that defines projects and timelines that ensures that project goals and objectives will be achieved. The projects will be tailored to suit the student’s interests as available.

Continuation of Project Work (weeks #4 - 14)

Investigate solutions, gather information from various sources, and work as necessary to complete assignments as well as possible additional ideas on project solutions.

Perform mid-term review of project schedule and timeline at week #8. Make necessary adjustments to meet project objectives and project manager’s expectations.

Prepare Final Documentation and Report Out (weeks #15 - 16)

Conclude projects, where possible.

Provide documentation and discuss with necessary parties to enable continuation of unfinished work.

Summarize and evaluate lessons learned.

Education Requirements:Must currently be a college student actively taking college classes in Engineering.

HR Contact: Jerrold Ware,Jerrold.Ware@cincinnati-oh.gov

Required Education and Experience

In order to qualify for the Intern/Co-op Program, a student must:

• Be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or a non-citizen with proof of eligibility to work in the United States

• Individuals under eighteen will require a work permit

• Submit a City job application for employment

• Must pass a drug screen and background check

The below information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available and is subject to change. Not all benefits listed are available for every position. Benefits can vary depending on applicable labor agreements and/or salary plan. For specific questions, contact the HR Contact indicated on the Job Posting.

The City of Cincinnati offers its employees competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package designed to actively attract and retain quality employees' to add additional value to the City of Cincinnati's workforce. A summary of these benefits for full-time employment is listed below. This is a general listing of benefits for all employees and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing for all bargaining units.

The City offers a variety of training programs, ranging from job-specific skills such as computer and equipment instruction, to helping supervisors improve their management techniques.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Cincinnati is dedicated to providing equal employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation or transgendered status, or ethnic, national or Appalachian origin, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.

Holidays

The City of Cincinnati has 11 paid holidays annually that include:

New Year's Day

Martin Luther King Day

President's Day

Memorial Day

Juneteenth

Independence Day

Labor Day

Veterans' Day

Thanksgiving Day

Day after Thanksgiving

Christmas

Health Insurance

The City of Cincinnati 80/20 offers 3 medical plans to all full time City of Cincinnati employees and eligible dependents: the 80/20 PPO medical plan, the HDHP medical plan with an HSA contribution, and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement for those enrolled on another non-city eligible group plan.

Eligible dependents include:

Legal Spouse or Equal Partner

Child (natural child, adopted child, and/or child who the group has determined is covered under a "Qualified Medical Child Support Order")

Step-child

Child for whom the employee or employee's spouse/equal partner is a legal guardian

Basic Life Insurance

A $50,000 Basic Life Insurance policy is paid for by the City for certain eligible employees. Full time employees not eligible for the City-paid basic life insurance policy are generally provided a similar benefit through their union group.

Supplemental Life, Long Term Disability, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

Most full time City employees are eligible to participate in a supplemental life insurance program, a long term disability plan, and accident and critical illness insurance programs at their own expense. Premiums are determined by age, amount of coverage, and various additional factors.

Flexible Benefits Plans

Healthcare Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in the Healthcare Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay out-of-pocket medical, prescription, dental, and vision care expenses for employees and family members.

Dependent Care Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in a Dependent Care Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay work-related dependent care expenses. Participants can set aside money each year through pre-tax payroll deductions to pay for these expenses.

Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account

City employees can participate in a Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account (TERA) that can be used to reimburse expenses related to traveling to and from work. Participants can set-up a pre-tax payroll deduction up to an IRS regulated amount.

Healthy Lifestyles Program

City employees can voluntarily participate in a wellness incentive program that encourages and rewards employees and their spouses/equal partners for making positive choices for better health. The City of Cincinnati will contribute up to $300/year to a Health Reimbursement Account for each the employee and their spouse/equal partner for meeting specified program goals. These dollars can be used to offset qualified out-of-pocket medical expenses.

Integrated Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)

This is a voluntary program that serves as an alternative healthcare option to traditional medical plans. If you have alternate group health coverage available to you through a spouse, equal partner, another job, or a non-city retirement plan, you may be eligible for this plan which reimburses you for the difference in premiums between the plans and your covered out of pocket expenses on the other plan.

Retirement Plan

The City provides a defined benefit pension plan for part-time and full-timeemployees. New hires and re-hired employees are required to participate in the City of Cincinnati's Retirement System (CRS), regardless of previous participation in an Ohio State pension system or any another state or federal pension system. CRS is funded by employer and employee contributions, and investment returns from plan assets. CRS provides retirement and health care benefits subject to eligibility requirements. The following groups are excluded from participation in CRS: Mayor and Members of City Council; Sworn Police & Fire; Police Recruits; and Rehired Ohio Police & Fire Retirees.

Deferred Compensation

As an Ohio government employer, the City offers employees the ability to participate in a 457(b) tax-deferred retirement savings plan. The City makes an annual match to your 457(b) of up to $750, or as otherwise specified in applicable regulations and union contracts.

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  Which of the following degree programs are you currently enrolled in?

• Environmental Science

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Address

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Cincinnati, Ohio, 45202

Phone

513-352-2400

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