Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

Description

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is a six-time National Recreation and Parks Association Gold Medal Award Winner. Montgomery Parks has a career staff complement of nearly 800 employees, and we serve a diverse population of more than one million residents in the Washington, DC area. We manage 419 parks on more than 37,000 acres of parkland. Go to our website to learn more: https://www.montgomeryparks.org

Montgomery Parks seeks a graduate or undergraduate level GIS Intern in the Architecture and Special Projects section of the Park Development (PDD) Division to assist in the collection, attribution, curating and expansion of our various data layers.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Park Development Division Intern will be provided the opportunity to assist in the completion of the Park Utility GIS layer and mapping of other critical infrastructure for purposes of recordation, maintenance, and inspection, under the supervision of the Architecture and Special Projects Section staff.

A successful candidate works well as part of team, is organized, and has interest and knowledge in one or more

• GPS Data Collection
• Engineering
• Environmental Sciences
• Computer Drafting
• GIS Data Analysis

Examples of Important Duties

The successful candidate will support the Architecture and Special Projects programs described in the above Job Description and is expected to:

• Research various locations and web platforms for detailed information about existing utilities to complete asset attribution in our utility layer.
• Read engineering documents to gain knowledge about existing and proposed utilities.
• Coordinate with Park Managers, surveyors, facilities management, and accessibility team.
• Use GPS and mobile applications in the field to map utilities, retaining walls and other assets as necessary.
• Learn about accessibility and required processes for appropriate assets.
• Create spreadsheets for asset integration into Parks asset management system.
• Work with AutoCAD, GIS, ArcGIS Online applications, Word, Excel and other office software to complete tasks.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Previous experience or knowledge of GIS data and asset collection, analysis, and manipulation.
2. Ability to complete tasks both independently under minimal supervision and as part of a team, paying attention to details, and working within design guidelines and deadlines.
3. Working knowledge of ArcGIS Pro 3.0 or ArcMap 10.6 and AutoCAD. Familiarity with GNSS/GPS data collection systems.
4. General understanding of built environment and engineering.
5. Ability to use basic tools (measuring tape/wheel).
6. Ability to write and/or convey clear and concise work progress reports and email correspondence.
7. General computer skills and advanced proficiency using Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel, required.

Supplemental Information

1. Position will be filled at either the undergraduate (Intern I, pay rate $17-19/hr.) or graduate (Intern II, pay rate $19-21/hr.) level, dependent upon education and experience.
2. Be able to work under arduous field conditions to include walking significant distances.
3. Willingness to commit to a pre-arranged schedule up to 250 hours over the course of 10 weeks.
4. Minimum age: 18 years old.

A criminal background investigation will be completed prior to hire.

May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)

M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.

THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION

2025 BENEFIT SUMMARY FOR SEASONAL INTERMITTENT EMPLOYEES

The following information is a summary of benefits extended to all Seasonal employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). This is for informational purposes only and is subject to change.

Limited Benefits for Seasonal Employees

Health Insurance Plans

You are eligible for specific health insurance benefits if you worked, on average, 30 hours per week during your first 12 months of employment or from October 3rd to October 2nd each subsequent period following your first 12 months of employment. This equates to 1,560 hours over a 12-month period.

If and when you are eligible for benefits, you will receive notification directly from the Health & Benefits Office.

Eligible Employees Pay 35% of the health insurance plan premium and The Commission Pays 65%.

• Medical
  • Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) with Prescription Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Select Plan (EPO)
• Prescription: CVS Caremark Prescription Plan

Other Benefits

• Credit Union
• Sick Leave Benefits

This summary is intended to highlight some of the benefits offered by the M-NCPPC. It is not an all-inclusive agreement and is subject to change. For a more detailed description of benefits, please see the appropriate benefits brochure, service agreement or manual. For more information, contact The Health and Benefits Office at benefits@mncppc.org or 301-454-1694.