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NARCOG INTERN

The deadline for accepting applications is MARCH 19, 2012

One Internship position is currently available with the Planning Department of the Northcentral
Alabama Regional Council of Governments (NARCOG) in Decatur, Alabama. The
organization serves a three-county region in the Tennessee Valley consisting of Cullman,
Lawrence, and Morgan Counties.
The Planning Department functions in a manner very similar to a private consulting firm. As a
result, the intern will work on a variety of projects ranging from regional, comprehensive,
transportation, economic development, and environmental plans to grant preparation and
administration to preparing zoning ordinances and subdivision regulations for small, mostly
rural municipalities.
Successful candidates must have excellent written communication and data analysis skills, be
able to perform under deadline pressures with limited supervision, and handle diverse and
multiple project activities. GIS mapping knowledge and/or ability will be a plus.
Enrollment or graduation from a bachelor's or master's program in urban and regional
planning, urban studies, geography, public administration, or a related field is required for the
position.
Start: As Soon as possible
Compensation: $10.00/hour (20 hours per week/flexible)
Contact: Joey Hester, AICP
Director of Planning
Joey.hester@adss.alabama.gov
(256) 355-4515
P.O. Box C
Decatur, AL 35602
Website: http://www.narcog.org/

NARCOG Transportation Planner
Assist in planning for the Rural Planning Organization (RPO), various planning studies and reports,
manage GIS mapping and database, IT support to agency, and update website. BS degree in related field
required. 1 – 3 yrs. experience. Starting grade 18: salary $38,150. Visit www.narcog.org for job
description. Send resume to joey.hester@adss.alabama.gov by March 26th. EEOC