EDWIN M. LEE
Mayor
Melanie Nutter
Director
SF Environment, a Department of the City and County of San Francisco
11 Grove Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
Telephone: (415) 355-3700 Fax: (415) 554-6393
Email: environment@sfgov.org SFEnvironment.org Printed on 100% post-consumer recycled paper
Environment Now Coordinator
San Francisco Department of Environment
5640 Environmental Specialist
Workforce Development Specialty
Date Issued: Tuesday, December 20th, 2012
Filing Deadline: Friday, January 13th, 2012 5 p.m.
Salary: Annually $64,558-$78,468
Appointment Type: Temporary-Exempt
Program Background:
The mission of the City and County of San Francisco Department of the Environment (SF Environment) is
to promote innovative policies and programs to protect the urban and natural environment, promote social
equity and expand the green economy. SF Environment programs include Zero Waste/Recycling, Climate,
Green Building, Energy Efficiency and Renewables, Toxics Reduction, Environmental Justice, Urban
Agriculture, Clean Transportation, Urban Forest, and Public Information Programs.
Position Description:
The 5640 Environmental Specialist is responsible for managing and refining the department’s green jobs
training program, Environment Now. Positions in this class are assigned to specialties: this position is a
Workforce Development position, and performs duties related to the implementation of projects and tasks
specific to the Environment Now program. This position’s primary function is to manage day to day
operations of the training program; including project coordination, administration of project-based trainings
while supporting the department’s outreach activities. This position is under the supervision of the
Grassroots Projects Coordinator and is an integral part of the department’s grassroots outreach coordination
team.
Examples of Important and Essential Duties:
Supervise 15 to 20 Public Service Trainees from diverse backgrounds; including the coordination of
hirings, trainings, performance reviews, disciplinary actions and other tasks key to the overall
effectiveness of a job training program
Coordinate with SF Environment program staff on grassroots outreach needs and project
implementation
Manage key metrics of Environment Now
Collaborate with outside agencies and partners
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Possession of a baccalaureate degree in public administration, business
administration, accounting, biology, environmental sciences, or a related field (within the specialty
area) from an accredited college or university; AND
2. Two (2) years of experience performing duties similar to those described
in this class, within the area of specialty.
Desirable Qualifications:
1. Experience working with a diverse community
2. Familiarity with designing and implementing successful green jobs programs
3. Fluency in Chinese, Spanish or other languages commonly spoken in San Francisco.
4. Familiarity with San Francisco neighborhoods
Verification:
All applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying experience, education, training, license,
etc. at any point in the application, examination or departmental selection process. A copy of a diploma or
transcripts must be submitted to verify the education requirement when requested. Failure to provide the
required verification when requested may result in rejection of application and/or removal from eligibility
for referral and appointment in this class. Verification may be waived if impossible to obtain. The applicant
must submit a signed statement explaining why verification cannot be obtained. Waiver requests will not
automatically be granted, but will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Notes:
1. Applicants are advised to keep copies of all documents submitted. Submitted documents become a
permanent part of the selection process and will not be returned. The hiring department may require
applicants to submit the same documents and/or additional documents at a later date.
2. Applicants with disabilities requiring reasonable accommodation must contact Claudia Molina by phone
(415) 355-3748 (voice), by email Claudia.Molina@sfgov.org, or in writing to Department of the
Environment, Attn: Claudia Molina, 11 Grove Street, San Francisco, CA 94102, as soon as possible.
3. Per CSC Rule 114, Article VIII, Sec. 114.44: "Any person occupying a position under exempt
appointment shall not be subject to civil service selection, appointment, and removal procedures and shall
serve at the pleasure of the appointing officer."
4. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all persons entering City and
County employment will be required to prove their identity and authorization to work in the United States.
Appointment Type : Temporary Exempt. Limited term position through Dec 31, 2012 (benefits
provided after 1040 hours of work).
Application Procedure :
Submit resume and cover letter to Claudia.Molina@sfgov.org or by mail to Environmental Outreach
Campaign Coordinator Position, Department of the Environment, 11 Grove Street, San Francisco, CA
94102. No Phone Calls!
Minorities, Women, and Persons With Disabilities are Encouraged to Apply
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
Thursday, January 5, 2012
Media & Communications Associate Urban Habitat
Organizational Background and Mission
Founded in 1989, Urban Habitat (UH) builds power in low-income communities and communities of color by combining policy, advocacy, research, leadership development, and coalition building to advance environmental, economic, and social justice in the Bay Area. UH applies a critical race and class lens to issues of transportation, housing, land use, planning, community development, and health, and offers a clear vision and agenda for the equitable development of the region.
Position Description: Full-time
The Media & Communications Associate serves as primary support staff to UH’s Media & Communications Manager. The ideal candidate is a thoughtful, creative and careful writer and gifted multimedia storyteller who possesses stellar editing skills, is comfortable posting stories and updates to the Web, has written a press release, can send out an e-newsletter, and crop a photo. The Associate will have a hands-on role in implementing Urban Habitat’s strategic messaging and marketing plan, which includes social media oversight, building UH brand awareness, and expanding reach and audience of our national journal Race, Poverty & the Environment. The position requires strong writing and content creation skills; experience in updating and maintaining websites, managing databases and listserves; and the ability to multitask and work in a dynamic environment. As a result, an ability to work well under pressure, multi-task, juggle multiple deadlines and work well with others, while exercising a courtesy and professionalism is paramount. Finally, this position requires a detail-oriented person who can work well independently on writing, design, and research projects.
This is a great opportunity for individuals who are passionate about journalism, storytelling, messaging, advocacy and policy issues. Candidates must possess a strong commitment to social, racial and environmental justice. Previous nonprofit experience preferred.
Essential functions of the job
Projects will vary over time, and will include the following assortment of opportunities:
Content creation and editing for print and website: Assist in production and dissemination of critical, timely, and evergreen information to our audiences and enhance their overall Web experience. Assignments may include writing, copyediting, photo-editing, multimedia packaging, crafting marketing materials, and drafting press releases, editorials, opinions, blogs, and letters to donors.
Social media management: Implement and participate in social media strategy to help attract and retain new audiences and gain supporters; inform and interact with UH friends and followers. Assist in SEO monitoring and interpretation of metrics to increase traffic and build UH Web presence.
Media outreach/publicity: Assist in marketing and promotion of Urban Habitat’s events and great work for low-income people and in communities of color locally, regionally, and nationally, where applicable. Build upon and develop relationships with organization’s strategic allies and partners. Coordinate efforts to strengthen content-sharing across organizations.
Database management: Oversee contacts in existing database(s) and listserves, and strategic transferring of contacts to updated constituent relationship management (CMR) system.
Development: Help draft supporter and donor email and post articles and updates to website.
In-house style guide: Assist in creation and enforcement of organization’s style guide.
Job Skills and Qualifications
Knowledge of organization’s mission and program area issues, and ability to think strategically about promoting them to external audiences.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to take the initiative and project confidence.
Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple and shifting priorities and projects.
Public relations & marketing: demonstrated capacity to draft event materials, letters to the editor and press releases.
Skill conducting one-on-one interviews with community members and public figures.
Excelent attention to detail and proven follow-through.
A strong work ethic with a calm, relaxed demeanor and sense of humor in times of stress.
A helpful attitude with a willingness to take on small or large tasks.
Strong Internet search knowledge for conducting online research.
Familiarity with Google Analytics and Facebook Insights
Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Photoshop, InDesign, Adobe Illustrator
Effective use of Facebook, Twitter and other relevant social media sites.
Familiarity with Drupal a plus.
Proficiency with video cameras and video-editing tools a plus
Other characteristics of Job
Job may require some evening and weekend activities, including off-site activities.
Application Instructions
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with a start date depending on candidate availability. Interested candidates should e-mail a cover letter, resume, short writing sample and three references to: mediaassociate@urbanhabitat.org.
Salary Range:
Full-time. Commensurate with experience. Generous benefits package, including full health coverage, paid time off (PTO), and 401K.
UH will use this posting to consider applications for part-time unpaid internships to interested students.
Urban Habitat is an equal opportunity employer, and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Founded in 1989, Urban Habitat (UH) builds power in low-income communities and communities of color by combining policy, advocacy, research, leadership development, and coalition building to advance environmental, economic, and social justice in the Bay Area. UH applies a critical race and class lens to issues of transportation, housing, land use, planning, community development, and health, and offers a clear vision and agenda for the equitable development of the region.
Position Description: Full-time
The Media & Communications Associate serves as primary support staff to UH’s Media & Communications Manager. The ideal candidate is a thoughtful, creative and careful writer and gifted multimedia storyteller who possesses stellar editing skills, is comfortable posting stories and updates to the Web, has written a press release, can send out an e-newsletter, and crop a photo. The Associate will have a hands-on role in implementing Urban Habitat’s strategic messaging and marketing plan, which includes social media oversight, building UH brand awareness, and expanding reach and audience of our national journal Race, Poverty & the Environment. The position requires strong writing and content creation skills; experience in updating and maintaining websites, managing databases and listserves; and the ability to multitask and work in a dynamic environment. As a result, an ability to work well under pressure, multi-task, juggle multiple deadlines and work well with others, while exercising a courtesy and professionalism is paramount. Finally, this position requires a detail-oriented person who can work well independently on writing, design, and research projects.
This is a great opportunity for individuals who are passionate about journalism, storytelling, messaging, advocacy and policy issues. Candidates must possess a strong commitment to social, racial and environmental justice. Previous nonprofit experience preferred.
Essential functions of the job
Projects will vary over time, and will include the following assortment of opportunities:
Content creation and editing for print and website: Assist in production and dissemination of critical, timely, and evergreen information to our audiences and enhance their overall Web experience. Assignments may include writing, copyediting, photo-editing, multimedia packaging, crafting marketing materials, and drafting press releases, editorials, opinions, blogs, and letters to donors.
Social media management: Implement and participate in social media strategy to help attract and retain new audiences and gain supporters; inform and interact with UH friends and followers. Assist in SEO monitoring and interpretation of metrics to increase traffic and build UH Web presence.
Media outreach/publicity: Assist in marketing and promotion of Urban Habitat’s events and great work for low-income people and in communities of color locally, regionally, and nationally, where applicable. Build upon and develop relationships with organization’s strategic allies and partners. Coordinate efforts to strengthen content-sharing across organizations.
Database management: Oversee contacts in existing database(s) and listserves, and strategic transferring of contacts to updated constituent relationship management (CMR) system.
Development: Help draft supporter and donor email and post articles and updates to website.
In-house style guide: Assist in creation and enforcement of organization’s style guide.
Job Skills and Qualifications
Knowledge of organization’s mission and program area issues, and ability to think strategically about promoting them to external audiences.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to take the initiative and project confidence.
Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple and shifting priorities and projects.
Public relations & marketing: demonstrated capacity to draft event materials, letters to the editor and press releases.
Skill conducting one-on-one interviews with community members and public figures.
Excelent attention to detail and proven follow-through.
A strong work ethic with a calm, relaxed demeanor and sense of humor in times of stress.
A helpful attitude with a willingness to take on small or large tasks.
Strong Internet search knowledge for conducting online research.
Familiarity with Google Analytics and Facebook Insights
Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Photoshop, InDesign, Adobe Illustrator
Effective use of Facebook, Twitter and other relevant social media sites.
Familiarity with Drupal a plus.
Proficiency with video cameras and video-editing tools a plus
Other characteristics of Job
Job may require some evening and weekend activities, including off-site activities.
Application Instructions
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with a start date depending on candidate availability. Interested candidates should e-mail a cover letter, resume, short writing sample and three references to: mediaassociate@urbanhabitat.org.
Salary Range:
Full-time. Commensurate with experience. Generous benefits package, including full health coverage, paid time off (PTO), and 401K.
UH will use this posting to consider applications for part-time unpaid internships to interested students.
Urban Habitat is an equal opportunity employer, and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Youth Associates RUN AN URBAN FARM BUSINESS
Game Theory Academy and West Oakland Woods (WOW) Farm are currently hiring West Oakland youth associates (age 16-19) to participate in a year-long business education and farm management program. I've attached the application and would so greatly appreciate your spreading the word to those in your network who would be interested in this opportunity. Please let me know if you, or anyone else, has questions about the program or application.
Thank you so much!
Cheers,
Sara
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Sara Hart Weihmann
sara.weihmann@gmail.com
Oakland, California
#510.695.6695
RUN AN URBAN FARM BUSINESS!
Game Theory Academy and West Oakland Woods (WOW) Farm are hiring
Youth Associates to participate in a year-long business education and farm
management program.
Position Description
- Receive business and on-farm training.
- Work with a team to produce food products for sale to Oakland restaurants.
- Participate in strategic business planning and provide input on the marketing, operations and
financial plan of the business.
- Build and maintain relationships with restaurant partners and customers.
- Write, take photographs and make videos for the farm blog.
- Have access to field trips, nutrition training and guest speakers outside of work hours.
- Some farm tasks include: composting, building healthy soil, planting and harvesting.
Schedule & Compensation
You must commit to working 6 hours per week on Wednesdays from 4pm to 6pm, and Saturdays
from 1pm to 5pm. This schedule begins Tuesday, February 8th, 2012 and runs through November
2012. Starting pay will be $9/hour.
- Some Wednesday sessions (including the first eight weeks) will focus on personal and business
finance, and will be held at Game Theory Academy in Downtown Oakland.
- WOW Farm trainings and workdays are on Saturdays from 1 pm to 5 pm, and most Wednesdays
during the year.
- Scheduling may change during the summer and/or once Associates have been assigned to teams
in late spring.
To apply, please complete the following application, and submit AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
Applications will be accepted until January 9th, 2012.
** This page is for your reference. Please do NOT turn it in when submitting your application**
In order to qualify, you must:
Be between the ages of 16-19.
LIVE IN WEST OAKLAND: And/or attend McClymmonds or Ralphe
Bunch High Schools.
Be able to attend weekly Wednesday meetings, after school from 4 to 6
pm, beginning February 8th, 2012 at Game Theory Academy in Downtown
Oakland.
Be able to attend WOW Farm workdays and trainings on Saturdays
from 1 to 5 pm, beginning February 11th, 2012 in West Oakland.
Clearly tell us why you are interested in operating a business, producing
food on an urban farm, and managing your own money wisely.
APPLICATION
I. Short responses
(1) Name ___________________________________ (2) Age ______ (3) Gender ___________
(4) Address ____________________________________________ (5) Zip Code _____________
(6) Home Phone __________________________ (7) Cell Phone __________________________
(8) Email _______________________________________ (9) Date of Birth __________________
(10) What is the best way to reach you? Cell phone, home phone or email? __________________
(11) Do you live in the West Oakland area? YES / NO
(12) What school do you attend? __________________________________ (13) Grade _______
(14) How did you hear about this opportunity? _________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
(15) Please list any extracurricular activities (other than classes) that you are involved in at school
and/or in your community.
Activity How long have you
been involved?
Are you currently involved?
Yes or No
(16) Could you commit to working 6 hours each week – 4pm to 6pm on Wednesdays and 1pm to
5pm on Saturdays? YES / NO
II. Written Responses
On a separate sheet of paper, please answer the following questions (no more than two pages
single spaced, and hand-written responses are okay, however we prefer typed):
A. What interests you about this job as a WOW Farm Associate?
B. What skills/abilities would you bring to the team?
C. If you have experience with farming or gardening, please describe.
D. Please describe your experience working in teams.
E. Have you ever had a job before? Job experience is not required, but if you have work
experience we want to know where you worked, for how long and what you liked about
your most recent job.
III. Signature
By signing, I affirm that all information provided above is true.
_________________________________________ _______________________
Signature Date
IV. Submit Your Application
Please submit this completed application, along with your writing responses, to Patricia Johnson as
soon as possible (by January 9th, 2012). You can email the application and your written
responses, to her at trish@gametheoryacademy.org. Or mail your application to: Game Theory
Academy, 337 17th St. #101, Oakland, CA 94612.
Thank you so much!
Cheers,
Sara
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Sara Hart Weihmann
sara.weihmann@gmail.com
Oakland, California
#510.695.6695
RUN AN URBAN FARM BUSINESS!
Game Theory Academy and West Oakland Woods (WOW) Farm are hiring
Youth Associates to participate in a year-long business education and farm
management program.
Position Description
- Receive business and on-farm training.
- Work with a team to produce food products for sale to Oakland restaurants.
- Participate in strategic business planning and provide input on the marketing, operations and
financial plan of the business.
- Build and maintain relationships with restaurant partners and customers.
- Write, take photographs and make videos for the farm blog.
- Have access to field trips, nutrition training and guest speakers outside of work hours.
- Some farm tasks include: composting, building healthy soil, planting and harvesting.
Schedule & Compensation
You must commit to working 6 hours per week on Wednesdays from 4pm to 6pm, and Saturdays
from 1pm to 5pm. This schedule begins Tuesday, February 8th, 2012 and runs through November
2012. Starting pay will be $9/hour.
- Some Wednesday sessions (including the first eight weeks) will focus on personal and business
finance, and will be held at Game Theory Academy in Downtown Oakland.
- WOW Farm trainings and workdays are on Saturdays from 1 pm to 5 pm, and most Wednesdays
during the year.
- Scheduling may change during the summer and/or once Associates have been assigned to teams
in late spring.
To apply, please complete the following application, and submit AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
Applications will be accepted until January 9th, 2012.
** This page is for your reference. Please do NOT turn it in when submitting your application**
In order to qualify, you must:
Be between the ages of 16-19.
LIVE IN WEST OAKLAND: And/or attend McClymmonds or Ralphe
Bunch High Schools.
Be able to attend weekly Wednesday meetings, after school from 4 to 6
pm, beginning February 8th, 2012 at Game Theory Academy in Downtown
Oakland.
Be able to attend WOW Farm workdays and trainings on Saturdays
from 1 to 5 pm, beginning February 11th, 2012 in West Oakland.
Clearly tell us why you are interested in operating a business, producing
food on an urban farm, and managing your own money wisely.
APPLICATION
I. Short responses
(1) Name ___________________________________ (2) Age ______ (3) Gender ___________
(4) Address ____________________________________________ (5) Zip Code _____________
(6) Home Phone __________________________ (7) Cell Phone __________________________
(8) Email _______________________________________ (9) Date of Birth __________________
(10) What is the best way to reach you? Cell phone, home phone or email? __________________
(11) Do you live in the West Oakland area? YES / NO
(12) What school do you attend? __________________________________ (13) Grade _______
(14) How did you hear about this opportunity? _________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
(15) Please list any extracurricular activities (other than classes) that you are involved in at school
and/or in your community.
Activity How long have you
been involved?
Are you currently involved?
Yes or No
(16) Could you commit to working 6 hours each week – 4pm to 6pm on Wednesdays and 1pm to
5pm on Saturdays? YES / NO
II. Written Responses
On a separate sheet of paper, please answer the following questions (no more than two pages
single spaced, and hand-written responses are okay, however we prefer typed):
A. What interests you about this job as a WOW Farm Associate?
B. What skills/abilities would you bring to the team?
C. If you have experience with farming or gardening, please describe.
D. Please describe your experience working in teams.
E. Have you ever had a job before? Job experience is not required, but if you have work
experience we want to know where you worked, for how long and what you liked about
your most recent job.
III. Signature
By signing, I affirm that all information provided above is true.
_________________________________________ _______________________
Signature Date
IV. Submit Your Application
Please submit this completed application, along with your writing responses, to Patricia Johnson as
soon as possible (by January 9th, 2012). You can email the application and your written
responses, to her at trish@gametheoryacademy.org. Or mail your application to: Game Theory
Academy, 337 17th St. #101, Oakland, CA 94612.
Urban Habitat Executive Assistant to the CEO
Title: Executive Assistant to the CEO
Status: Full-time, salaried
Organizational Background and Mission
Founded in 1989, Urban Habitat (UH) builds power in low-income communities and communities of color by combining policy, advocacy, research, leadership development, and coalition building to advance environmental, economic, and social justice in the Bay Area. UH applies a critical race and class lens to issues of transportation, housing, land use, planning, community development, and health, and offers a clear vision and agenda for the equitable development of the region.
Position Description
The Executive Assistant is the primary support staff to Urban Habitat’s President & CEO as well as the initial contact for people outside of the organization, including funders, partners, and members of the media. As a result, an ability to work well under pressure, multi-task, juggle multiple deadlines and work well with others, while exercising a courtesy and professionalism is paramount. Finally, this position requires someone who can effectively anticipate the needs of the President & CEO and provide a wide range of support with a friendly and helpful attitude.
Essential Functions of the Job
Scheduling and Meeting Support
Maintain daily, weekly, monthly and yearly calendar for the President & CEO, including scheduling appointments and managing contacts database. This includes analyzing the schedule on a regular basis to ensure that a healthy balance between meetings, work time breaks, and meals.
Review appointments and meetings with CEO on a daily basis and provide a weekly dossier of the necessary materials and/or information in preparation for these meetings. This includes working closely with management and other staff members to provide background information in a timely manner.
Correspond on a daily basis with individuals and organizations outside of Urban Habitat on behalf of the CEO.
Act as a liaison between staff and the President & CEO, particularly with other members of the management team.
Coordinate and plan numerous internal and external business meetings, including ordering food for these meetings.
Travel
Coordinate travel arrangements, including flights, accommodations, ground and public transportation, and meeting schedules for the President & CEO.
Complete expense reports and travel reimbursements for the President & CEO.
Manage all business details for the President & CEO (while in the office and on the road).
Board & Staff Meetings
Prepare and distribute Board packets (via email and mail).
Take minutes and provide administrative support during Urban Habitat Board meetings.
Prepare minutes after each Board meeting for Management review.
During bi-weekly staff meetings, take notes and transcribe them for the President & CEO.
Other Duties
Screen and process incoming telephone calls and answer routine correspondence.
Edit and prepare documents and correspondence for the President & CEO.
Check President & CEO’s emails daily and follow up on requests.
Check and transcribe President & CEO's voicemail on a daily basis.
Preview and flag important mail for President & CEO.
Sort and distribute all incoming mail to the President & CEO and other staff members.
Maintain the President & CEO’s filing system and help him stay organized.
Act as his timekeeper when he is in meetings and check-in to ensure he finishes up in time for the next meeting or leaves on time for additional meetings outside the office.
Assist with special projects and other office tasks, as needed (i.e. mailers, copy jobs, stocking supplies, and database entry).
Maintain a tidy and welcoming work space for the President & CEO.
Job Skills and Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years experience as Executive Assistant to a CEO or Senior Officer.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to take the initiative and project confidence.
Strong administrative, organizational, and computer skills, including Microsoft Office, PowerPoint and Google apps (including Gmail and Google calendars).
Strong Internet search knowledge to provide the CEO with contact information, directions, and other information quickly.
Experience staffing Board of Directors’ meetings, conferences, and special events.
Extensive experience managing national travel schedules and long-distance communication via cell phone, email, and other devices.
Ability to control and handle information that is highly confidential and time-sensitive in nature.
A strong work ethic with a calm and relaxed demeanor even in times of stress.
A friendly and helpful attitude with a willingness to take on small or large tasks.
Other characteristics of Job
Job may require some evening and weekend activities.
Position will work closely with President & CEO. Therefore, building trust and chemistry is critical.
This position will be privy to certain confidential, financial, and personnel information. Therefore, a background check is required.
Application Instructions?
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Interested candidates should e-mail a cover letter, resume, short writing sample and three references to: ExecutiveAssistant@urbanhabitat.org.
Salary Range: Commensurate with experience. Generous benefits package, including full health coverage, paid time off (PTO), and 401k. This is a full time position that reports to the President & CEO.
Urban Habitat is an equal opportunity employer, and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Status: Full-time, salaried
Organizational Background and Mission
Founded in 1989, Urban Habitat (UH) builds power in low-income communities and communities of color by combining policy, advocacy, research, leadership development, and coalition building to advance environmental, economic, and social justice in the Bay Area. UH applies a critical race and class lens to issues of transportation, housing, land use, planning, community development, and health, and offers a clear vision and agenda for the equitable development of the region.
Position Description
The Executive Assistant is the primary support staff to Urban Habitat’s President & CEO as well as the initial contact for people outside of the organization, including funders, partners, and members of the media. As a result, an ability to work well under pressure, multi-task, juggle multiple deadlines and work well with others, while exercising a courtesy and professionalism is paramount. Finally, this position requires someone who can effectively anticipate the needs of the President & CEO and provide a wide range of support with a friendly and helpful attitude.
Essential Functions of the Job
Scheduling and Meeting Support
Maintain daily, weekly, monthly and yearly calendar for the President & CEO, including scheduling appointments and managing contacts database. This includes analyzing the schedule on a regular basis to ensure that a healthy balance between meetings, work time breaks, and meals.
Review appointments and meetings with CEO on a daily basis and provide a weekly dossier of the necessary materials and/or information in preparation for these meetings. This includes working closely with management and other staff members to provide background information in a timely manner.
Correspond on a daily basis with individuals and organizations outside of Urban Habitat on behalf of the CEO.
Act as a liaison between staff and the President & CEO, particularly with other members of the management team.
Coordinate and plan numerous internal and external business meetings, including ordering food for these meetings.
Travel
Coordinate travel arrangements, including flights, accommodations, ground and public transportation, and meeting schedules for the President & CEO.
Complete expense reports and travel reimbursements for the President & CEO.
Manage all business details for the President & CEO (while in the office and on the road).
Board & Staff Meetings
Prepare and distribute Board packets (via email and mail).
Take minutes and provide administrative support during Urban Habitat Board meetings.
Prepare minutes after each Board meeting for Management review.
During bi-weekly staff meetings, take notes and transcribe them for the President & CEO.
Other Duties
Screen and process incoming telephone calls and answer routine correspondence.
Edit and prepare documents and correspondence for the President & CEO.
Check President & CEO’s emails daily and follow up on requests.
Check and transcribe President & CEO's voicemail on a daily basis.
Preview and flag important mail for President & CEO.
Sort and distribute all incoming mail to the President & CEO and other staff members.
Maintain the President & CEO’s filing system and help him stay organized.
Act as his timekeeper when he is in meetings and check-in to ensure he finishes up in time for the next meeting or leaves on time for additional meetings outside the office.
Assist with special projects and other office tasks, as needed (i.e. mailers, copy jobs, stocking supplies, and database entry).
Maintain a tidy and welcoming work space for the President & CEO.
Job Skills and Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years experience as Executive Assistant to a CEO or Senior Officer.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to take the initiative and project confidence.
Strong administrative, organizational, and computer skills, including Microsoft Office, PowerPoint and Google apps (including Gmail and Google calendars).
Strong Internet search knowledge to provide the CEO with contact information, directions, and other information quickly.
Experience staffing Board of Directors’ meetings, conferences, and special events.
Extensive experience managing national travel schedules and long-distance communication via cell phone, email, and other devices.
Ability to control and handle information that is highly confidential and time-sensitive in nature.
A strong work ethic with a calm and relaxed demeanor even in times of stress.
A friendly and helpful attitude with a willingness to take on small or large tasks.
Other characteristics of Job
Job may require some evening and weekend activities.
Position will work closely with President & CEO. Therefore, building trust and chemistry is critical.
This position will be privy to certain confidential, financial, and personnel information. Therefore, a background check is required.
Application Instructions?
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Interested candidates should e-mail a cover letter, resume, short writing sample and three references to: ExecutiveAssistant@urbanhabitat.org.
Salary Range: Commensurate with experience. Generous benefits package, including full health coverage, paid time off (PTO), and 401k. This is a full time position that reports to the President & CEO.
Urban Habitat is an equal opportunity employer, and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Regional Parks Volunteer Docent opportunity
If you know anyone who would love to volunteer in our parks, and enjoys learning about nature and history, working with school children and the general public, and would like to help naturalists with their programs, please have him/her contact a park visitor center to learn about our docent program. Trainings will be offered early this next year at Black Diamond, Crab Cove, Tilden Nature Area, and Sunol.
More information can be found on our website at: http://www.ebparks.org/getinvolved/volunteer/docent#programs
More information can be found on our website at: http://www.ebparks.org/getinvolved/volunteer/docent#programs
Development and Communication Coordinator
Job Description
Development and Communication Coordinator
Public Advocates Inc. is a nonprofit law firm and advocacy organization that challenges the systemic causes of poverty and racial discrimination by strengthening community voices in public policy and achieving tangible legal victories advancing education, housing and transit equity. We spur change through collaboration with grassroots groups representing low-income communities, people of color and immigrants, combined with strategic policy reform, media advocacy and litigation, “making rights real” across California since 1971.
Duties/Responsibilities
Provide administrative and clerical support to Development and Communications
Assist with donor cultivation, appeals and campaigns, maintain donor database records
Manage web site content updating process
Organize and prepare reports, documents, correspondence, and materials for development and communication and for program work, including policy advocacy, media, and community collaboration; coordinate follow up activities
Draft, edit and distribute media releases, develop and maintain press lists, follow up with press contacts, support press conferences and monitor news coverage
Research donors and foundations
Assist with special event coordination
Other responsibilities as needed
Qualifications
Superior organizational and time and project management skills, detail oriented
Good judgment and ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential matters
Good written and oral communication skills; ability to proofread accurately and draft correspondence
Advanced computer skills for web development, donor management, and in Microsoft Office applications
Fast and willing learner, team-player, and adaptable
Skills or experience with graphic design, web, social media development, video and audio, and organizational, writing and editing skills, highly valued. Experience preferred includes development or events coordination, database or profile management, and experience working in an office setting.
Qualities expected of all Public Advocates staff include integrity, high professional standards, and commitment to progressive social change, our mission, and working successfully with diverse colleagues, clients and collaborators. We value cooperation, candor, flexibility, resilience, optimism, curiosity, and sense of humor.
Compensation & Work Setting
This is a part-time, temporary position (25-30 hours/week for six months) with possibility of longer-term engagement. Non-profit salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Scheduling flexibility. We are a hard-working, dedicated, congenial team of sixteen. We provide good feedback and opportunities to learn. Our main office located on the Embarcadero in San Francisco, near the Ferry Building, convenient to public transportation.
To Apply
Email a resume, cover letter explaining your qualifications, and three references to Rebecca Durlin Smith at rdurlin@publicadvocates.org.
Affirmative Action
Public Advocates values diversity. We encourage all interested individuals to apply, including people of color, women, people with disabilities, people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender, and anyone belonging to another federal or state protected category.
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Development and Communication Coordinator
Public Advocates Inc. is a nonprofit law firm and advocacy organization that challenges the systemic causes of poverty and racial discrimination by strengthening community voices in public policy and achieving tangible legal victories advancing education, housing and transit equity. We spur change through collaboration with grassroots groups representing low-income communities, people of color and immigrants, combined with strategic policy reform, media advocacy and litigation, “making rights real” across California since 1971.
Duties/Responsibilities
Provide administrative and clerical support to Development and Communications
Assist with donor cultivation, appeals and campaigns, maintain donor database records
Manage web site content updating process
Organize and prepare reports, documents, correspondence, and materials for development and communication and for program work, including policy advocacy, media, and community collaboration; coordinate follow up activities
Draft, edit and distribute media releases, develop and maintain press lists, follow up with press contacts, support press conferences and monitor news coverage
Research donors and foundations
Assist with special event coordination
Other responsibilities as needed
Qualifications
Superior organizational and time and project management skills, detail oriented
Good judgment and ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential matters
Good written and oral communication skills; ability to proofread accurately and draft correspondence
Advanced computer skills for web development, donor management, and in Microsoft Office applications
Fast and willing learner, team-player, and adaptable
Skills or experience with graphic design, web, social media development, video and audio, and organizational, writing and editing skills, highly valued. Experience preferred includes development or events coordination, database or profile management, and experience working in an office setting.
Qualities expected of all Public Advocates staff include integrity, high professional standards, and commitment to progressive social change, our mission, and working successfully with diverse colleagues, clients and collaborators. We value cooperation, candor, flexibility, resilience, optimism, curiosity, and sense of humor.
Compensation & Work Setting
This is a part-time, temporary position (25-30 hours/week for six months) with possibility of longer-term engagement. Non-profit salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Scheduling flexibility. We are a hard-working, dedicated, congenial team of sixteen. We provide good feedback and opportunities to learn. Our main office located on the Embarcadero in San Francisco, near the Ferry Building, convenient to public transportation.
To Apply
Email a resume, cover letter explaining your qualifications, and three references to Rebecca Durlin Smith at rdurlin@publicadvocates.org.
Affirmative Action
Public Advocates values diversity. We encourage all interested individuals to apply, including people of color, women, people with disabilities, people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender, and anyone belonging to another federal or state protected category.
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Development+CommunicationCoordinator122211_Fin.pdf
Environ. Intern Chabot Space/Science Oakland
http://www.ncrarecycles.org/node/245
Environmental Intern
shauna
Reference: JOB245
Location: Oakland, CA
Employer: Chabot Space & Science Center
Url: http://www.chabotspace.org/employment_31.htm
Applications are currently being accepted for environmental
internship positions at Chabot Space & Science Center in Oakland.
This position is focused on waste management, sustainability and public
education.
Internship Focus:
Waste Diversion Education: Run Zero Waste Lunch Program during
lunches Wednesdays - Saturdays to help educate visitors (especially
visiting students and families) about waste diversion through reuse,
recycling and composting.
Recycling and Solid Waste Tracking: Weigh and record weights of
compost, recycling and trash produced from the lunches to track success
of Zero Waste Lunch Program. Conduct monthly waste audits of the lunch
area and record findings to get a good estimate of actual and optimal
waste diversion rates.
Environmental Science Education: Assist in classrooms on topics
such as renewable energy, atmospheric science and gardening and
composting.
General: Maintain Chabot's recycling, composting and garden
facilities. Research further ways to improve Chabot's sustainability
endeavors. Attend green team meetings and create monthly environmental
staff challenges.
Responsiblities
Create and run informative and engaging Zero Waste Lunch Program.
Make announcements to school groups about waste diversion and help
facilitate proper sorting during the lunch hour. Measure and record
weights of compost, recycling and trash after Zero Waste Lunch Program.
Take responsibility for Chabot's recycling program, including
collection of reusable, recyclable and organic waste materials and
maintenance of yard waste and worm composting systems.
Assist experienced science educators with pubic programs, classes,
and outdoor interpretive trail hikes
Gain experience in the environmental education field
Requirements
Experience working with children (preferably in a group, camp or
team environment)
Strong interest in environmental topics
Comfortable working within waste and recycling facilities
Comfortable speaking and leading activities for large and small
groups of youth.
Prefer candidates with majors in Education, Conservation and
Resource Studies, Environmental Studies/Sciences, Ecology, Geography, or
a related major.
Be able to work part time (10-20 hours/week) during lunch hour at
least two days per week Wednesdays - Saturdays
Compensation
This position pays a stipend upon
completion of specific tasks.
Application
Mail resume and
cover letter to:
Human Resources
Department
Chabot Space & Science Center
10000 Skyline Blvd,
Oakland,
CA 94619
email: hr@chabotspace.org
Fax: 510-336-7491
*
* We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those
applicants under consideration will be contacted.
Environmental Intern
shauna
Reference: JOB245
Location: Oakland, CA
Employer: Chabot Space & Science Center
Url: http://www.chabotspace.org/employment_31.htm
Applications are currently being accepted for environmental
internship positions at Chabot Space & Science Center in Oakland.
This position is focused on waste management, sustainability and public
education.
Internship Focus:
Waste Diversion Education: Run Zero Waste Lunch Program during
lunches Wednesdays - Saturdays to help educate visitors (especially
visiting students and families) about waste diversion through reuse,
recycling and composting.
Recycling and Solid Waste Tracking: Weigh and record weights of
compost, recycling and trash produced from the lunches to track success
of Zero Waste Lunch Program. Conduct monthly waste audits of the lunch
area and record findings to get a good estimate of actual and optimal
waste diversion rates.
Environmental Science Education: Assist in classrooms on topics
such as renewable energy, atmospheric science and gardening and
composting.
General: Maintain Chabot's recycling, composting and garden
facilities. Research further ways to improve Chabot's sustainability
endeavors. Attend green team meetings and create monthly environmental
staff challenges.
Responsiblities
Create and run informative and engaging Zero Waste Lunch Program.
Make announcements to school groups about waste diversion and help
facilitate proper sorting during the lunch hour. Measure and record
weights of compost, recycling and trash after Zero Waste Lunch Program.
Take responsibility for Chabot's recycling program, including
collection of reusable, recyclable and organic waste materials and
maintenance of yard waste and worm composting systems.
Assist experienced science educators with pubic programs, classes,
and outdoor interpretive trail hikes
Gain experience in the environmental education field
Requirements
Experience working with children (preferably in a group, camp or
team environment)
Strong interest in environmental topics
Comfortable working within waste and recycling facilities
Comfortable speaking and leading activities for large and small
groups of youth.
Prefer candidates with majors in Education, Conservation and
Resource Studies, Environmental Studies/Sciences, Ecology, Geography, or
a related major.
Be able to work part time (10-20 hours/week) during lunch hour at
least two days per week Wednesdays - Saturdays
Compensation
This position pays a stipend upon
completion of specific tasks.
Application
Mail resume and
cover letter to:
Human Resources
Department
Chabot Space & Science Center
10000 Skyline Blvd,
Oakland,
CA 94619
email: hr@chabotspace.org
Fax: 510-336-7491
*
* We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those
applicants under consideration will be contacted.
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