Job Description
Who We Are:
The Department of Conversation & Recreation (DCR) is steward of one of the largest state parks systems in the country. Its 450,000 acres is made up of forests, parks, greenways, historic sites and landscapes, seashores, lakes, ponds, reservoirs, and watersheds. The DCR also oversees several swimming pools, wading pools, and spray decks.
Who We Serve:
Massachusetts was the first state in the nation to combine energy and environmental agencies under one Cabinet secretary. The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EOEEA) serves Commonwealth residents interested in outdoor recreational activities, clean energy solutions and those who work with animals and livestock. Equally, EOEEA works with energy consumers, power companies, clean energy providers and farmers to delicately balance the interaction with environmental protection laws and regulations while being a cornerstone for our economic prosperity.
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Job Opening:
The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks applicants for the position of Contracted Student for the Administration Department. Please submit a cover letter and resume as part of the application process.
Position Information:
Contracted Student Internship: A & F Program Development Intern
Location: 10 Park Plaza, Boston, MA
Start/End Date: 9/30/2024 - 12/13/2024
Salary Rate: $21.00 per hour
Weekly Hours: 15 hours, part-time
Number of Openings: 1 positions
Applications will be accepted until September 30, 2024, and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.
Position Summary:
The candidate will work under the supervision of the Director of Administrative Services with the focus on development of diversity and employment initiatives.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The candidate will be responsible for researching and developing a database of organizations that support diverse job seekers. The candidate will also research policies and programs at state parks outside of Massachusetts to identify best practices that promote access for all at parks. Other duties to include supporting initiatives that affirm and celebrates workplace diversity, providing support for the posting of job positions, and additional employee relations duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications:
The candidate should have an interest in human resources and diversity, equity, and inclusion. The candidate should have excellent PC skills within a Windows environment and should be able to demonstrate intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Office products including spreadsheets. Strong research and writing skills preferred.
Benefits:
- Gain hands-on experience in working with state government.
- Mentorship from experienced professionals in the field of administration, business management and finance.
- Potential for academic credit or professional development opportunities, subject to approval by the intern's educational institution.
Other Relevant Information:
The intern will report to work at the DCR Boston Headquarters office every Monday and will work remotely a second day that will be coordinated by the intern and their supervisor and/or manager.
Qualifications
First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
Please see Preferred Qualifications.
Comprehensive Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.