Description:
BASIC FUNCTION
The Intern is responsible for the planning, coordination, and operation of selected recreation
programs and activities. Weekly hours vary, but generally average 35-40 hours per week.
Various nights and weekends are required. During the course of the Internship, the Intern will be
exposed to and responsible for a variety of duties.
DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES
• Organize and implement programming for participants of all ages and abilities.
• Participate in department-wide staff meetings.
• Provide program staff assistance.
• Lead recreation activities.
• Assist with marketing, sponsorship, and overall community outreach.
• Assist with adult and youth sports, contract classes, youth activities, summer day camps,
trips, and special events.
• Oversee public service announcements for select District programs and special events.
• Gain knowledge of and experience with the current registration software as well as the
front desk operations.
• Perform on-site program, instructor, and event evaluations and compile reports.
• Attend planning meetings for District and community-wide special events.
• Perform a variety of clerical and administrative duties as needed.
• Conduct site visits to recreation programs and park maintenance operations to gain
knowledge and experience in each area as well as an understanding of how programs and
operations interrelate.
• Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Ability to work independently, exercising responsible judgment and initiative.
• Ability to maintain a high level of quality customer service.
• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of basic office equipment and use of computer programs such as Microsoft
Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Possess strong organizational and time management skills.
• Possess general knowledge of recreation programs.
• Possess general knowledge of program organization and implementation.
• Ability to instruct, lead and supervise individual and group activities.
• Ability to follow oral, written, and demonstrated instructions.
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• Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with
other Interns, District employees, program participants and the general public.
• Possess initiative and willingness to learn with a strong desire for continued learning.
• Possess an interest in recreation and activity planning.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Students must be currently working towards a degree in the recreation and/or park management
career field.
Application Instructions:
APPLICATION PROCESS
In order to be considered for an Internship with the Tahoe City Public Utility District Parks and
Recreation Department all candidates must submit the following:
• Application for Internship (found online) at: http://www.tcpud.org/download/jobs/Internship%20Application%20Form.pdf
• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Student Internship Program Details – from Student’s University
SELECTION PROCESS
All applications will be reviewed for accuracy, thoroughness, and Internship-related
qualifications.
The recruitment process consists of, but is not limited to, an in-person and/or phone interview.
Those selected will be subject to fingerprint background and DMV check.
PLEASE SUBMIT APPLICATION MATERIALS TO
Jeremy Ray, Recreation Supervisor
Tahoe City Public Utility District
Parks and Recreation Department
740 Timberland Lane
PO Box 5249
Tahoe City, CA 96145
Phone: (530) 583-3440 Fax: (530) 583-8452
jray@tcpud.org