Property Planning Intern

Duties of the Position: This internship will assist the DNR Property Planning Section in preparing master plans for department properties. A property plan, also called a “master plan,” establishes the level and types of public uses and the authorized resource management and facility development that may take place on a DNR property. Property plans are developed according to guidelines set forth in Chapter NR 44, Wis. Admin. Code. The Property Planning Intern will assist planning staff in a variety of tasks including working with planners and property staff to gather existing property conditions data and add data to planning documents, assisting planners in developing property-specific objectives and prescriptions and reviewing for compliance with applicable administrative code and department policy, writing regional and property analysis sections, document design and formatting, developing and reviewing property maps and geospatial data for accuracy, and assisting in developing and conducting public input processes.

Preferred skills and background:

Applicants must have these qualifications:

1. Knowledge of the principals of natural resources and/or outdoor recreation planning.

2. Ability to interpret and apply state statutes, administrative code or policy.

3. Experience communicating scientific or complicated information to a broad audience.

4. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Preferred qualifications:

1. Familiarity with GIS and basic cartographic principles. Familiarity with basic geospatial analysis preferred.

2. Basic Excel data analysis and formatting large documents in Microsoft Word. Excellent written communication and/or graphic design skills.

3. Experience planning or conducting public involvement processes or meetings.

4. Experience applying principals of natural resources and/or outdoor recreation planning to policy interpretation.