Planning & Zoning Intern

The purpose of the Planning and Zoning Intern is to provide assistance for planning and zoning activities on behalf of Sauk County, such as recreation and natural resource planning; short and long range planning; intergovernmental cooperation; special projects; and related work as assigned.

*This is a full-time summer intern position that will last 3-4 months. No benefits will be offer with this position.

Essential Duties:
Assist in performing and coordinating the responsibilities of the Land Resources and Environment Department, specifically for Planning and Zoning.

Research and evaluate cost effectiveness and make recommendations/consultation on priorities for planning projects and other projects assigned to the department.

Provide liaison support between the county and other units of government and the public.

Organize, conduct, and attend meetings with government officials, public and private agencies, citizen groups and other groups as appropriate to discuss and explain plans.

Provide assistance for short and long range planning, land use, comprehensive planning, and farmland preservation programs.

Prepare written reports and makes oral presentations for appropriate committee or department review, revision, and policy determinations.

Conduct research and analysis and compile data of information related to special projects or studies.

Prepare studies and reports on projects and recommend implementation methods to appropriate department staff or committee.
Additional Tasks:
Assist with meeting facilitation.

Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Training and Education:
Required: Must be in the process of obtaining a graduate, undergraduate, or associate’s degree in Land Use Planning, or another related field

Licenses/Certifications: Valid Wisconsin State Motor Vehicle License

Preferred: Junior or senior level undergraduate student, or graduate student

Background in planning or community development

Any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.

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