Intern Support Technician - Environmental Division

Texas Department of Transportation; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation is seeking an entry-level administrative support worker to assist with a wide range of clerical duties. The role involves handling confidential information, maintaining files, and performing data gathering tasks under close supervision.

The position requires you to be a high school student or currently enrolled in an educational program. GIS experience with ArcGIS Pro is preferred, and basic word processing skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Must be a student in high school or enrolled in college/university.
• Experience with GIS, specifically ArcGIS Pro, preferred.
• Ability to perform basic word processing and maintain records.

Responsibilities

• Assists in maintaining confidential information and records.
• Maintains files, records, and logs.
• Performs preliminary research on assignments and gathers pertinent data.
• Performs routine word processing duties and conducts quality checks of documents created.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Data entry

Research and analysis

Written communication

Office equipment operation

Education

High school student or enrolled in college/university

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

Job description

Performs entry-level administrative support work. Work involves performing a wide range of administrative and office support work for the department. Employees at this level perform assignments following specific instructions and are subject to frequent review by the immediate supervisor.

Essential Duties

• Assists in maintaining confidential information and records.
• Maintains files, records, and logs.
• Performs preliminary research on assignments and gathers pertinent data.
• Performs routine word processing duties and conducts quality checks of documents created.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Must be a student in high school or other educational institution or accepted into a college, university or educational institution. Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS), specifically ArcPro is preferred.

Other Conditions

• Must be at least 16 years of age, a student currently enrolled in high school or any institution of higher education to include a trade/vocational school.

Employees at least 18 years of age with valid driver's license may be assigned driving duties and may use power tools.

Competencies

• Research and analysis methodologies
• Maintaining effective working relationships with others
• Collecting, sorting and compiling data
• Administrative support practices and procedures to include writing, editing and report writing techniques, recording meeting notes, record keeping and records management
• Preparing correspondence/documents using correct spelling, grammar and punctuation; proofreading and reviewing documents for clarity and consistency
• Using standard office equipment
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
• Communicate effectively
• Follow verbal and written instructions
• Follow applicable safety standards, practices and procedures
• Protects sensitive and confidential information

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
• Sitting - prolonged periods of time
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Conditions of Employment

Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.