Procedure Process Intern
INTERN – FOOD & NUTRITION PROCEDURE PROCESS
(Temporary or Full-Time/40 hrs. wk or Part-Time/20 hrs. wk, June 1, 2025 through/up to December 31, 2025)
Salary Information: $2,550.00/MO (FT); $1,275.00/MO (PT). – A07
State Classification: Clerk I - 0055
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Posting Number: 25-60978-1
Location: Austin, TX; Fort Worth, TX; San Juan, TX
HOW TO APPLY
Apply online via CAPPS. Applicants applying in WIT must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions, go to CAPPS Recruit: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/551/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en.
WHO ARE WE
The Texas Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Division administers 12 federal child and special nutrition programs and more than $2.5 billion in federal money annually. These programs aim to reduce hunger, encourage strong nutrition, and support local economies across Texas.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
The Intern for Food & Nutrition (F&N) Procedure Process will develop, organize and edit compiled information with a heavy emphasis on creating and revising procedures and/or processes for the F&N section to contribute to the effectiveness and efficiency of the agency and organizations/sites. You will work under close supervision with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist staff to solicit recommendations to develop, prepare, and disseminate policies and procedures.
Compose, review, and edit technical documents, materials, process maps, procedures, and reports.
Maintain procedures, processes, and other program materials in a clear, relevant, concise, grammatically correct format.
Assist with preparing and creating documents and tools to support internal collaborative processes.
Assist with planning and developing a schedule to ensure consistent and timely completion and maintenance of written processes, procedures, and policies.
Assist with analyzing and interpreting federal regulations, program trends and operational functions to effectively plan, develop and maintain F&N procedures, processes, and other program materials.
Participate in the process improvement documentation for workflow, task completion, system use, and reporting analysis.
Assist with Records Retention and may serve as a backup for the Records & Tracking Analyst to ensure that the TDA F&N division is adhering to appropriate records management, including maintenance of storage, file rooms; workstations and conference rooms, to include coordinating bulk item removal, file management and storage organization.
Assist with independent research projects and analysis on a variety of topics, as assigned.
Follow all TDA policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION
Enrollment in a college, university, or graduate program or a recent graduate with a minimum grade point average of 3.0* and major coursework in journalism, communications or public administration or related.
Completion of at least 60 credit hours*.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Coursework and/or experience in planning, developing, preparing, editing, and disseminating procedures, work instructions, and/or processes.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of office procedures; of spelling, punctuation and grammar; and of business or program terminology, methods, and procedures.
Skill in the use of a computer and office equipment; and providing customer service excellence to both internal and external customers.
Ability to prepare and maintain records, files, and reports; and to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and exercise sound judgment and discretion.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS
Normal office work environment and may have exposure to dust and environmental allergens consistent with normal business activities and human contact. Mostly sedentary in nature but may involve walking; standing; pulling and pushing; kneeling, stooping and bending; performing tasks requiring fine motor skills and coordination; and safely lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds. Must be able to work extended periods at a computer and may require working extended hours and some evenings and weekends, as needed. May involve travel, occasionally overnight (up to 5%).
BENEFITS
The State of Texas offers a variety of benefits for you and your family that are comprehensive and, on average, make up about one-third of total compensation. Benefits include:
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Group Health & Life Insurance for employees
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation Leave
- Paid Sick Leave
- Longevity Pay
- Dental
- Vision
- Dependent Optional Life Insurance
- Voluntary AD&D Insurance
- Dependent Health & Life Insurance
- Health & Dependent care flexible spending accounts
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. A skills exercise may be conducted at the time of the interview.
Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls. If you submitted your application through the CAPPS Career Center, you may also check the status of your application by accessing your profile and selecting My Jobpage and selecting My Submissions.
*A valid government-issued driver’s license, which is recognized by the Texas Department of Public Safety and in good standing, and an acceptable driving record are required. TDA will verify this information with the Texas Department of Public Safety. Applicants with a driver’s license not issued by the State of Texas should obtain and be prepared to provide a copy of their current driving record on or before their first day
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO): TDA is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, military status, or protected activity. TDA provides accommodations for persons with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act. If you need help with the employment process or require other accommodations, please contact the Human Resources office for assistance at (512) 463-7423.
TDA participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Military and Former Foster Child Employment Preference: TDA complies with the provisions of the veterans and former foster child employment preference acts. Please contact our Human Resources-Veterans Liaison at (512) 463-7454 for assistance.
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