COLLEGE CO-OP - MSD/Information Technology (IT)

COLLEGE CO-OP - MSD/Information Technology (IT)

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COLLEGE CO-OP - MSD/Information Technology (IT)

Salary

$15.75 - $22.17 Hourly

Location

Ohio 45202, OH

Job Type

Part-time Unclassified

Job Number

25-01483

Department

Metropolitan Sewer District

Opening Date

02/24/2025

Closing Date

3/24/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Description

Benefits

Questions

General Statement of Duties

The Metropolitan Sewer District posted a number of College Co-Op Job Postings for the Summer Semester beginning May 26, 202 5 . Please read through all Job Postings and apply for the position(s) you would like to be evaluated for and/or interviewed for as a Co-Op student.

The Project plans are included in the Job Postings. For more information about the different projects please contact jerrold.ware@cincinnati-oh.gov (alexandria.white@cincinnati-oh.gov) .

ThePriority Deadlinefor applications isMarch 10, 2025. Applications submitted by this date will be reviewed by MSD hiring managers before the posting closes on March24, 2025. If selected for an interview, students will be notified via email as early as the week of March 10, 2025. All applications are accepted through the posting close date.

If selected for an interview, you will be contacted via the email provided during the application process. All applicants should have availability for work scheduled 32 - 40 hours per week.

TO APPLY:

Applicants must first create an account through govenmentjobs.com to apply for this position.

Please click here (https://www.governmentjobs.com/Applications/Index/cincinnati) to create your applicant profile and apply for the College Co-Op/Student Intern opportunity.

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with completing your application, please call theNEOGOVHelp Line at 855-524-5627.

Interns/Co-ops/Externs for the City of Cincinnati may be performing duties in any potential field within the City's structure. These fields may include office-level work/assignments, fieldwork, and/or civic services. The nature of the work will be based on areas of interest, degree programs, or organizational needs. Candidates should have the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)

MSD Wastewater Business Services - Information Technology (IT)

Purpose: To attract and cultivate bright and energetic college students and to expose these students to the skills needed to launch a successful information technology career. The Co-op program also serves as a recruitment tool to assist the IT division in hiring full-time IT personnel.

Overview and Expectations:

The Co-Op will work closely with our IT staff. They will work on projects appropriate to their experience, be given responsibility for real assignments, and be expected to perform in a professional manner. Assignments could include tasks like: assisting in gathering and verifying device inventory information, creating knowledgebase articles, decommissioning outdated equipment, and providing support on various IT projects.

Co-op students should expect to be treated as full members of our IT staff. We will expect them to manage time wisely, plan their work, and complete assignments well and on time. Students should understand that members of MSD’s business units are depending upon them to provide technology solutions in support of their business needs.

CO-OP LEARNING EXPECTIONS:

Budget:

Salary of student; student is tentatively scheduled to work from May to August 2025

Supervisory staff time.

Logistics:

Student(s) will report to the MSD Administration Building, 2nd floor

Training:

The student(s) will be trained on aspects of helpdesk ticket management plus device and system support. The student(s) are expected to have basic troubleshooting skills for Microsoft Windows and Office products.

Deliverables:

Each student will be assigned to a work closely with an existing IT staff member in support of the Wastewater Business Services division.

If the student has completed a previous term in IT, the project will be a continuation of that work.

In addition to their primary projects, students will be expected to perform other related tasks in the Information Technology section.

Learning Milestones:

Summer 2025

The co-op students should expect to report on their assignments and experiences as required by their schools. They may also need to report on progress to their supervisors during the course of their work.

Qualifications:

Associate or Undergraduate student

Major – Computer Science, Information Technology, Business or closely related

Prefer successful completion of basic information technology coursework or a background in IT beyond end-user experience, such as if they build apps or websites, have built their own computer, or have related skills.

Students are required to have full-time availability

Jerrold Ware, jerrold.ware@cincinnati-oh.gov

Required Education and Experience

In order to qualify for the Intern/Co-op/Extern Program, a student must:

Be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or a non-citizen with proof of eligibility to work in the United States

Obtain a work permit for Individuals under eighteen

Be enrolled in an accredited institution

Submit a City job application for employment

Have a valid Driver's License

Pass drug screen and background check

The below information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available and is subject to change. Not all benefits listed are available for every position. Benefits can vary depending on applicable labor agreements and/or salary plan. For specific questions, contact the HR Contact indicated on the Job Posting.

The City of Cincinnati offers its employees competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package designed to actively attract and retain quality employees' to add additional value to the City of Cincinnati's workforce. A summary of these benefits for full-time employment is listed below. This is a general listing of benefits for all employees and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing for all bargaining units.

The City offers a variety of training programs, ranging from job-specific skills such as computer and equipment instruction, to helping supervisors improve their management techniques.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Cincinnati is dedicated to providing equal employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation or transgendered status, or ethnic, national or Appalachian origin, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.

Holidays

The City of Cincinnati has 11 paid holidays annually that include:

New Year's Day

Martin Luther King Day

President's Day

Memorial Day

Juneteenth

Independence Day

Labor Day

Veterans' Day

Thanksgiving Day

Day after Thanksgiving

Christmas

Health Insurance

The City of Cincinnati 80/20 offers 3 medical plans to all full time City of Cincinnati employees and eligible dependents: the 80/20 PPO medical plan, the HDHP medical plan with an HSA contribution, and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement for those enrolled on another non-city eligible group plan.

Eligible dependents include:

Legal Spouse or Equal Partner

Child (natural child, adopted child, and/or child who the group has determined is covered under a "Qualified Medical Child Support Order")

Step-child

Child for whom the employee or employee's spouse/equal partner is a legal guardian

Basic Life Insurance

A $50,000 Basic Life Insurance policy is paid for by the City for certain eligible employees. Full time employees not eligible for the City-paid basic life insurance policy are generally provided a similar benefit through their union group.

Supplemental Life, Long Term Disability, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

Most full time City employees are eligible to participate in a supplemental life insurance program, a long term disability plan, and accident and critical illness insurance programs at their own expense. Premiums are determined by age, amount of coverage, and various additional factors.

Flexible Benefits Plans

Healthcare Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in the Healthcare Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay out-of-pocket medical, prescription, dental, and vision care expenses for employees and family members.

Dependent Care Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in a Dependent Care Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay work-related dependent care expenses. Participants can set aside money each year through pre-tax payroll deductions to pay for these expenses.

Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account

City employees can participate in a Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account (TERA) that can be used to reimburse expenses related to traveling to and from work. Participants can set-up a pre-tax payroll deduction up to an IRS regulated amount.

Healthy Lifestyles Program

City employees can voluntarily participate in a wellness incentive program that encourages and rewards employees and their spouses/equal partners for making positive choices for better health. The City of Cincinnati will contribute up to $300/year to a Health Reimbursement Account for each the employee and their spouse/equal partner for meeting specified program goals. These dollars can be used to offset qualified out-of-pocket medical expenses.

Integrated Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)

This is a voluntary program that serves as an alternative healthcare option to traditional medical plans. If you have alternate group health coverage available to you through a spouse, equal partner, another job, or a non-city retirement plan, you may be eligible for this plan which reimburses you for the difference in premiums between the plans and your covered out of pocket expenses on the other plan.

Retirement Plan

The City provides a defined benefit pension plan for part-time and full-timeemployees. New hires and re-hired employees are required to participate in the City of Cincinnati's Retirement System (CRS), regardless of previous participation in an Ohio State pension system or any another state or federal pension system. CRS is funded by employer and employee contributions, and investment returns from plan assets. CRS provides retirement and health care benefits subject to eligibility requirements. The following groups are excluded from participation in CRS: Mayor and Members of City Council; Sworn Police & Fire; Police Recruits; and Rehired Ohio Police & Fire Retirees.

Deferred Compensation

As an Ohio government employer, the City offers employees the ability to participate in a 457(b) tax-deferred retirement savings plan. The City makes an annual match to your 457(b) of up to $750, or as otherwise specified in applicable regulations and union contracts.

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By completing this supplemental evaluation you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any information you provide may be reviewed by the Human Resources staff and hiring department(s). Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer to the questions. The Human Resources staff will verify that you meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the job posting, based on the information provided in your application and in these answers. Please indicate you have read and agree with this information.

Yes, I understand and agree

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Are you currently enrolled in a college or university?

Yes

No

03

Which of the following best describes your current collegiate status?

Freshman

Sophmore

Junior

Senior

Graduate Studies

None of the above

04

Which of the following degree programs are you currently enrolled in?

Chemical Engineering

Chemistry

Environmental Engineering

Microbiology

Physics

Other

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If you selected other to the previous question, please specify your current degree program.

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Do you have any previous co-op/internship experience?

Yes

No

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Do you understand that this position requires full time availability?

Yes

No

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Please affirm that you meet/possess the minimum qualifications for this position.

Yes

No

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Do you understand that if your application does not include your resume and transcripts that your application will be rejected?

I have read the above statement and understand that my resume and transcripts must be attached to my application

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Do you understand notifications regarding this position will be sent via email, therefore, it is your responsibility to check your personal email, GovernmentJobs mailbox, SPAM, JUNK, and CLUTTER FOLDERS for any and all communication sent regarding this position ?

Yes

No

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I understand I am responsible for maintaining the accuracy of my contact information, including my street address, email address, and contact telephone numbers. My failure to maintain accurate contact information may result in me not receiving information regarding this job announcement and/or may result in me not receiving further consideration for this employment opportunity. To update this information, visit www.governmentjobs.com, click on the "career seekers" link, and follow the prompts. For technical difficulties, contact NEOGOV support at 855-524-5627.

Yes, I understand and agree

Required Question

Employer

City of Cincinnati

Address

805 Central Avenue Suite 200

Cincinnati, Ohio, 45202

Phone

513-352-2400

Website

http://agency.governmentjobs.com/cincinnati/default.cfm