Bargaining Unit: Temporary Work Year: Less than 90 days Work Day: 30 hours per week FTE: Temporary, less than 90 days Wage: $16.00 to $23.00 per hour, DOE
Job Summary The Construction Management Intern performs a variety of duties such as assisting in inspections and monitoring of projects. This is a project-based and temporary position during the summer months. This position is to provide opportunity for interested candidates to learn the planning, design, and construction process for a large public entity.
Job Requirements The following are required:
Minimum of 18 years old.
Interest in engineering, construction, architectural or project management, preferably with a focus in the building construction industry.
A valid driver’s license and ability to provide own transportation to and from job sites.
Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) working knowledge of project management software.
Ability to start work immediately and work full time during the summer. Additional part-time work may be available during the school year.
The following are preferred:
A high school diploma or equivalent.
Current enrollment in a college/university in the engineering, architectural, or management programs.
Computer skills, including AutoCAD.
Essential Job Functions
Works with seasoned project managers in the building industry and learns the public processes to increase knowledge base in a hands-on work environment. Projects include: fire alarms, classroom renovations, power generator installs, roof renovations, site improvements, and building security to include IP cameras and secure entry remodels.
Assists in inspections and monitoring of contractors during mechanical, structural, civil, architectural, and general building projects.
May assist with performing facilities assessments.
Ensures accuracy of project documentation.
Physical /Mental Demands The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.
The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.
Work Environment Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.
While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Additional Job Information This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).
This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.
The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.
About
The Anchorage School District is one of the largest and most diverse school districts in the country. We educate nearly 43,000 students in over 130 schools and programs. Minority students comprise more than 50 percent of the student population, and our students speak 110 different languages. We are committed to fostering and celebrating diversity and preparing our students to be global citizens. We support employees through comprehensive professional development, award winning mentoring programs, and competitive salary and benefits. Anchorage is the best of both worlds, offering pristine wilderness alongside the amenities of a large city.
Land Acknowledgment:
We acknowledge that we gather here today on the traditional lands of the Dena'ina People of Upper Cook Inlet. For thousands of years, the Dena'ina People have been and continue to be the stewards of this land. ASD is committed to diversity and inclusion, and it is with honor and respect that we recognize all Indigenous people who live and learn in our community.
Our Mission:
In order to meet its mission, Educating All Students for Success in Life, Anchorage School District (ASD) is committed to strategic initiatives and goals. Goals areSMARTas they are Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, and Timely.
Student learning, achievement, and lifelong success are the focus of ASD. Within the District, families have many academic choices to meet a variety of student needs. Equitable access and opportunity are keys to building a successful learning path for each student.ASD celebrates our differences and is committed to inclusion of all our community's languages, cultures, and perspectives.
Education plays a vital role in preparing students to become engaged, productive members of our culturally rich community. Our community envisions students empowered by real world experiences with access to educational opportunities within and beyond the walls of school buildings.ASD is boldly committed to transforming how we prepare students for life, college and careers within Alaska and across the globe.