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Administrative Intern II

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Hourly rate : $18.59

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

  • Entry-level tasks in support of the Zoo Department’s Capital Improvement Program;
  • Analyze spaces and deliver schematic designs;
  • Compile data and prepare reports; create proposals, cost estimates, and preliminary plans;
  • Create architectural drawings, communicate information, and incorporate feedback;
  • Document existing structures and infrastructure;
  • General office duties; and
  • Assist in reporting to and coordination between the Zoo and Bureau of Engineering.

WORK HOURS: The position is a part-time position, project-based, for a maximum of 1000 hours work per year.  Work hours will generally fall within the period Monday thru Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm. It is anticipated that project needs will require work eight (8) hours a day for two days a week and four (4) hours a day for one day a week.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Completion of four years of education in a recognized college or university is required.  Degree in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Planning, or Civil Engineering is desired.  Must be experienced in use of AutoCAD, Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and PhotoShop.  Previous work or volunteer experience in architecture; project management; and creating proposals, cost estimates, and preliminary plans is desired.

HOW TO APPLY: Interested individuals who meet the minimum requirements should e-mail a cover letter and resume to lazoo.personnel@lacity.org or by fax to (323) 644-4776.

If you have questions, please contact Teresa Seipel at (323) 644-4779.

Based on the number of responses received, the Los Angeles Zoo reserves the right to pre-screen all resumes in order to arrive at a more a manageable candidate pool.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until sufficient applications are received.

This is a civil service exempt, at-will position. The incumbent will not accrue any civil service tenure or contractual rights in such position.

 

An Equal Opportunity Employer
As a covered entity under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles and the Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association do not discriminate on the basis of disability and, upon request, will provide reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities.

The Los Angeles Zoo is committed to affirmative action and equal opportunities in all phases of its employment practices.