Public Service Intern II - Range 10
Location: 3000 Arctic Boulevard, AK Job Type: Temporary Job Number: 2026-00025 Department: Anchorage Water & Wastewater Utility Opening Date: February 3, 2026 Closing Date: Continuous
Benefits and Questions
This is a non-represented position (no union affiliation) and is subject to the provisions of the Personnel Rules of the Municipality of Anchorage.
HOURS OF WORK
Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 17:00
DESCRIPTION
Under the general direction of the Public Outreach Coordinator, this internship involves public outreach and public information. It falls within the pre-entrance class series, during which the incumbent accomplishes assigned tasks while developing specific technical, professional, or managerial skills in an approved internship program. The work is performed under close supervision.
POSITIONS WITHIN THIS CLASSIFICATION
Positions within this classification are established to provide incumbents with training and job skills at a technical, professional, or managerial level, all under immediate supervision while being employed by AWWU. While accomplishing assigned tasks and undergoing on-the-job training and orientation, an incumbent develops knowledge of public outreach, utility operations, organizations, and prepares to qualify for employment in targeted positions within an occupational area.
PERFORM OTHER RELATED DUTIES AS REQUIRED
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS / SUBSTITUTIONS / PREFERENCES
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent, and enrollment in years three (3) or four (4) of a four-year degree program at an accredited college or university. OR
High school diploma, GED or equivalent, and enrollment in a two (2) year certified vocational/technical program or an apprenticeship program from an industry recognized institution in the assigned occupational field, and one (1) year of experience.
MUST POSSESS AND/OR OBTAIN
Satisfactory background check which includes criminal, education, and employment history at time of hire.
Valid state of Alaska Drivers License and satisfactory Driving Record.
ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The Municipality of Anchorage participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-verify Program. For more information, please go to http://www.uscis.gov/E-verify.
E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
If selected for hire, the appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory Municipal Employment Office conducted Background Check. A Background Check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.
If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current copy of the applicants Alaska Drivers License, and a current (dated within 30 days from date requested) copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states, if the Alaska Drivers License was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history. The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected applicant.
For information on acceptable driving history, please refer to the MOA Driving Conviction Guidelines.
All required certifications and/or licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.
MILITARY SERVICE INTERVIEW PREFERENCE
Veterans who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs, recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge.
The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.
Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach proof of current service to the application. Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows the full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment.
The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individual's command organization, and shows the name, signature, title, and contact information of the signer providing the statement of service.
The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.
THE MUNICIPALITY OF ANCHORAGE IS AN EMPLOYER OF NATIONAL SERVICE
Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Once an applicant clicks on the "Apply" link underneath the header section of a vacancy announcement, they will be directed to the www.GovernmentJobs.com website to log into their existing account (or to create an account) of their application profile. Applicants will create or review their profile, make any updates necessary, and submit their application from their personal account.
NOTE
The GovernmentJobs website and applicants profile accounts are not administered by the Municipality of Anchorage. For technical assistance or customer service regarding an account profile, applicants may contact the GovernmentJobs customer support line at 1-855-524-5627.
For general questions regarding Municipal vacancy announcements or the employment process with the Municipality of Anchorage, applicants may contact the Human Resources Department at 907-343-4442 during regular business hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Alaska Standard Time.
THE MUNICIPALITY OF ANCHORAGE IS AN EO AND AA EMPLOYER AND COMPLIES WITH TITLE I OF THE ADA
For information regarding requests for reasonable accommodations related to employment under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Municipality of Anchorage ADA Coordinator at 907-343-4571.
BENEFITS PACKAGE
The Municipality of Anchorage offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees that may include:
For an overview of our medical benefit package, go to http://www.muni.org/Departments/employee_relations/Pages/BenefitsSummaries.aspx