Job Description

DEPT OF WATER RESOURCES

ADWR’s mission is to safeguard the health, safety, and economic welfare of the public by protecting, conserving, and enhancing Arizona's water supplies in a bold, thoughtful and innovative manner. ADWR strives to ensure reliable water supplies to meet the needs of current and future Arizonans. Do you want to join our team? ADWR is seeking an Intern for the Groundwater Permitting and Wells Section.

Internship Clerical Support

Groundwater Permitting and Wells Section

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Job Location:

Address: Hybrid: remote and 1110 W. Washington St., Suite #310 - Phoenix, AZ 85007

Posting Details:

Salary: $16.50 - $17.60

Grade: 04

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

The Internship Clerical Support provides clerical and administrative support to ensure efficient day-today office operations. This position performs routine office functions including filing, manifesting, data entry, document processing, and general support to staff.

Must be able to work on site in the ADWR office due to the physical files that we manage. On site work also enables the successful candidate to more regularly interact with and learn from staff.

Schedule: Hours may vary from 20 hours per week up to 40 hours per week.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures. A minimum of two days on-site at the ADWR office per week is required.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Job Duties:

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Perform data entry and maintain accurate records in electronic systems and spreadsheets
• Perform basic research utilizing county assessor and county recorder websites to ensure accurate well registry data
• File, scan, copy, and organize documents and records (paper and electronic)
• May assist with process incoming and outgoing mail
• Provide general clerical support to staff, including document formatting and printing
• Maintain confidentiality and follow office procedures and policies
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

The ideal candidate should have:

• Basic knowledge of office procedures and clerical functions
• Strong organizational skills and Data entry with accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to research landownership and read legal descriptions from County Assessors and Records office preferred
• Ability to communicate professionally in person, and in writing
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency with common office software (Microsoft Word, Excel, Salesforce)

Selective Preference(s):

• Work is performed in a standard office environment
• Office setting with frequent computer uses and use of standard office equipment
• May require lifting light office materials (files, boxes of paper, etc.) up to approximately 25 pounds
• Frequent interaction with staff

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Candidates must be enrolled in school and pursing a degree in Hydrology, Water Resource Management, Geology, Geography, Environmental Studies, or related field.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
• Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
• Accrued vacation days and sick days
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Deferred compensation plan
• Credit union membership
• Wellness plans
• LinkedIn Learning membership
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement

Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment. The current contribution rate is 12.00%.

Contact Us:

If you have any questions please feel free to contact ADWR Human Resources Office at (602) 771-8500 for assistance. Persons with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language or an alternative format by contacting ADWR Human Resources. Arizona State Government is an AA/EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.