Job Description

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The Transportation Department of the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is seeking an Intern to support fiscal monitoring of transportation projects by creating invoices, recording metadata, completing data entry, creating documentation, and assessing outstanding actions. This position seeks a detail-oriented and process-minded student, with the ability to organize documentation, research previous actions, conduct financial analysis, and implement action plans. The individual in this position will gain hands-on experience learning essential skills and knowledge of new information systems and be a part of a supportive environment where your ideas are valued, and your growth is encouraged.

Applicants wishing to be considered for this position should apply online at https://www.nctcog.org/Careers. All submittals should include a cover letter summarizing career objectives and a current resume.

Ideal candidates should be able to work at least 25 hours per week while attending school. NCTCOG offices are located in Arlington, Texas.

NCTCOG is recognized as a military-friendly employer and values the knowledge, experience, and skills acquired during your military service career. All qualified veterans are invited to apply.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Receiving invoices and entering data into information systems
• Updating workflows and collaborating with team members to help streamline processes and workflows for increased productivity and effectiveness
• Organizing and compiling documents to ensure they are easily accessible and up-to-date
• Creating clear and visually appealing tables, flowcharts, and process documentation to help team understand complex concepts

Required Skills:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to listen to and follow instructions and coordinate with other team members
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Highly organized, with an ability to manage multiple assignments/tasks and work well in a deadline-driven environment without diminishing quality of work
• Strong reasoning skills, with the ability to identify data discrepancies
• Willingness to learn and accept new techniques, integrating new procedures into daily job functions quickly
• Ability to assess historical actions, interpret communications, compile documentation, and summarize findings

Required Education and Experience:

• Must be attending an accredited college or university in a degree-seeking program during employment
• No work experience required

Starting Salary

Minimum of $16.00 per hour

The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is a voluntary association of, by and for local governments, and was established to assist local governments in planning for common needs, cooperating for mutual benefit, and coordinating for sound regional development.  NCTCOG's purpose is to strengthen both the individual and collective power of local governments and to help them recognize regional opportunities, eliminate unnecessary duplication, and make joint decisions.  Since 1974, NCTCOG has served as the Metropolitan Planning Organization for transportation in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metropolitan Area and is responsible for developing transportation plans and programs that address the complex needs of the rapidly growing area.  The planning area for transportation includes the 12 counties of Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Hood, Hunt, Johnson, Kaufman, Parker, Rockwall, Tarrant, and Wise.

The agency offers generous benefits, a friendly atmosphere with open communications for cooperative decision making, and challenging opportunities.  The environment encourages both individual and team growth, responsibility, and innovation

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
NCTCOG is an equal opportunity employer/program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other classifications covered under federal, state, or local laws. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Background Check & Drug Testing:
All selected candidates must undergo a pre-employment background check and drug screening. Background checks include national criminal background check, employment history, motor vehicle record check, social security verification, education verification, and other elements as needed. NCTCOG is committed to a safe and drug free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. All new hires are required to undergo a drug test which detects the presence of illegal drugs for months prior to testing. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping NCTCOG safe and drug free. In order to receive an offer of employment from NCTCOG, selected candidates must successfully pass the pre-employment background check and drug screening.

E-Verify:
The North Central Texas Council of Governments participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

Job postings are kept open for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may close anytime thereafter at the discretion of the hiring manager.