Intern - Environmental Health

The City of Brooklyn Park is seeking four seasonal interns for the Community Development Department. Interns will conduct property maintenance inspections, enforce health and zoning codes, assist with food establishment inspections, and handle public inquiries. Candidates should have relevant undergraduate studies and experience with Microsoft Office. The role emphasizes customer service, teamwork, and inclusivity. A valid driver's license is required. This position is based in Brooklyn Park, MN.
Position Summary

The City of Brooklyn Park, Minnesota's sixth largest municipality is seeking applicants for our seasonal intern positions within the Community Development Department. We are looking for four (4) highly motivated and dependable individuals who can work in a fast paced, customer focused environment.

These positions will provide a great opportunity to work in a diverse community and be involved in a wide range of inspection and enforcement activities that promote stable neighborhoods and strong businesses as well as provide exposure to a variety of community issues for career development.

NOTE: If you have interest in this position, it is highly recommended that you apply as soon as possible upon seeing the announcement as the vacancy may close without notice.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Conduct property maintenance inspections and enforce the city public health, zoning, sign, nuisance, and property maintenance codes
• Conduct and/or assist with inspections of licensed food establishments, public swimming pools, spas, licensed lodging facilities, and itinerant food events; obtain food, water, and environmental samples. All public health related activities are conducted under the supervision of a registered sanitarian (these duties require studies in an Environmental Health-related field)
• Issue correction orders to property owners and take legal actions including issuing administrative fines and ordering abatements
• Answer questions from the public
• Conduct various administrative functions including answering phones, data entry, imaging documents etc.
• Conduct special projects as directed
• Other job duties as assigned or apparent

Minimum and Desired Qualifications

Education
Undergraduate level studies in areas of community development, public administration, planning, housing, redevelopment, criminal justice, biology, physical sciences, public health, building/housing inspections, or related field

Experience
Experience with Microsoft Office programs and applications

Equivalency
An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered.

Licenses and Certifications
Valid driver's license

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Ability to assess the urgency of situations
• Ability to communicate effectively and respond with tact and courtesy
• Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative, team-based environment
• Proven ability and demonstrated commitment to an inclusive workplace related to racial equity, diversity and inclusion.
• Ability to provide a level of customer service that meets/exceeds customer expectations
• Embrace and engage in cultural shift toward Continuous Improvement

Desired Qualifications
• BrookLynk program alumni
• Current graduate or undergraduate level studies (or recent graduate) in Brooklyn Park
• Current involvement in community development or civic organizations and activities
• Advanced education in a relevant field
• Previous work experience in customer service and administrative support in an office environment
• Previous work experience in the areas of code enforcement or public health
• Experience working with people to resolve conflict
• Previous experience working with people from various cultural, socioeconomic, racial and ethnic backgrounds
• Fluency in Spanish, Vietnamese, Hmong, Laotian, or Somali language(s)

Background Check
The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

About Brooklyn Park
Brooklyn Park is a thriving northwestern suburb of Minneapolis and the sixth largest city in the state with over 86,000 residents and 30,000 jobs. As the 11th fastest growing city in Minnesota, the city has become even more vibrant because of our remarkable racial and cultural diversity. Fifty-four percent of residents are people of color, 22 percent are foreign-born, and more than a quarter speak a language other than English at home.
Our Vision, Values and Goals

Additional Information

Resume Requested: A resume is not required but is beneficial to staff reviewing applicant materials.

Department/Division: Community Development Department/Environmental Health Division

Anticipated Hiring Wage: $19.00 Hourly

Anticipated Work Schedule: Full- time, non-exempt, non-union positions with a flexible schedule to include a standard 8-hour day, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m. Length of internship is approximately May through August (may not exceed six months).

Start/End Date: May 1-20 (Start date flexible subject to candidate availability). Internship will end by September 1, 2025.
Tentative Hiring Process:
02/11/25

First review of applications

02/28/25
Posting close date

03/03/25
1st Interviews

05/01/25-05/20/25
Desired start date

We welcome applications from all individuals, including (but not limited to): people of all abilities, persons of color, Veterans, LGBTQ+ and women. If you need these materials in an alternate format or if you have a disability-related need and need assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources at either 763-493-8016 or via e-mail at humanresources@brooklynpark.org.