Job Openings - National Park Service

The National Parks Service is hiring for an array of positions in the Bay Area and throughout California.  Open positions include:

Wildland Firefighter (Range or Forestry Technician)

(San Francisco)

Park Ranger (I) (TERM

(Martinez)

Recreation Assistant

(San Francisco, Stinson Beach)

CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGICAL TECHNICIAN 

(Yosemite National Park)

View link to view other openings and full descriptions here:

https://www.usajobs.gov/JobSearch/Search/GetResults?keyword=%22national%20park%20service%22&location=California%3B 

Job Openings - East Bay Regional Park District

Integrated Pest Management Specialist
 Interpretive Student Aide I / II
 Lifeguard I (New)
 Lifeguard I (Returning)
 Lifeguard II and Lifeguard III
 Park Craft Specialist
 Recreation Leader I, II, III and IV (Sum...
 Summer Intern (several openings)

See EBRPD website for full job descriptions:
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/ebparks/default.cfm

Restoration and Nursery Manager, Friends of Sausal Creek

The Friends of Sausal Creek (FOSC) in Oakland,

California, a 501(c)(3), is seeking a restoration program and nursery manager to support its field 

operations. FOSC is a community-based grassroots organization working to improve the Sausal Creek Watershed, with an ultimate vision of a healthy riparian corridor linking the hills and the bay. 

Full job description available here:

http://www.sausalcreek.org/pdf/FOSC_Restoration_Nursery_Manager_Apr13.pdf

Definition

The restoration program and nursery manager will be responsible for maintaining our ongoing

watershed restoration efforts and directing and managing the Joaquin Miller Native Plant Nursery

(JMNPN). The JMNPN is a volunteer-based nursery supporting the watershed restoration efforts of

FOSC. S/he coordinates with and reports to the executive director to achieve objectives and goals set

out by the board of directors. FOSC's restoration and nursery programs rely on volunteer labor, so

outreach to our volunteer base and coordination of volunteers is an essential part of the job. Nursery

management includes local native plant production, education, data recording, outreach, and facility

management and development, including development of planting plans and production schedules for

FOSC restoration projects and an annual native plant sale. The manager will supervise and train interns,

crew leaders, and volunteers, coordinate efforts with various project partners and volunteer restoration

site leaders, and lead environmental education field trips at restoration sites and at the nursery.

Schedule

Work schedule is typically Tuesday through Saturday with occasional evenings required.

Terms

This is a staff position. The rate of pay is $18-$22 per hour, depending on experience; the number of

hours required is 35 hours per week. The manager will be responsible for his/her own transportation,

including transporting tools and nursery plants to work sites. Workers' Compensation Insurance is

provided. After one year of employment, employee earns one week of paid personal time off each

year. After two years of employment, employee is eligible for a $200 per month stipend for health

insurance. 

General Characteristics and Required Skills

The qualified candidate must have adequate knowledge of the practice of ecological restoration, local

plant identification skills, local habitat types, watershed functions, basic horticultural practices, and

environmental education. A degree in a related field of study or two years work experience in the

field is required. S/he must enjoy working with people in the field, be flexible and adaptive as needs

arise in regard to grant obligations, and should have experience coordinating groups of volunteers of

various ages, ethnicities, and numbers. Position requires some heavy lifting, hiking on rough terrain,

and long days in the field. Experience leading citizen science programs and experience with

vegetation monitoring practices a plus. The successful candidate will be able to:

Plan and implement field projects and events

Prioritize restoration needs throughout various restoration project sites

Develop and follow work and production plans and timelines

Plan for and work with volunteers to produce plants for restoration efforts and an annual plant sale

Manage and maintain nursery structures and irrigation

Manage and maintain a healthy plant crop

Work independently and also accept feedback from executive director, board members, volunteers, peers, 

and the Restoration and Nursery Committees

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Conduct outreach to established volunteer groups

Facilitate groups of volunteers

Facilitate the Restoration and Nursery Committees

Nurture relationships with local municipalities, park stewards, neighborhood associations, and other groups concerned with water quality improvement and habitat restoration

Engage in computer work; have a good working knowledge of word processing, database, and spreadsheet software

Direction Received

The manager receives guidance and direction from the FOSC board of directors and the executive

director. Because there is no centralized office, it is essential that the manager have the experience

and motivation to work independently with minimal

day-to-day supervision while keeping interested

parties informed.

Selection Process

All applications must be received no later than April 17. To apply, please email a resume and cover

letter to Kimra McAfee at coordinator@sausalcreek.org.

Finance Manager (PT), Public Advocates

Public Advocates has a part-time opening for an experienced Finance Manager to join its exceptional and dedicated staff in a significant “back office” role in support of social justice.  The Finance Manager bears primary responsibility for day-to-day finance and accounting activities as well as all aspects of payroll processing and HR administration (benefits, personnel files). S/he will work closely w/and report to the Director of Finance & Administration.

 Full Job Description:

http://www.publicadvocates.org/sites/default/files/library/final_fnce_mgr_job_description_03_06_13_3.pdf

Healthy Communities Leadership Academies, Healthy Communities Bay Area (Silicon Valley)

Seeking applicants for the Healthy Communities Leadership Academy:

Our goal is to invest in passionate local and emerging leaders and activists, improving vital leadership skills, resulting in more effective local advocacy for Healthy Communities in San Mateo, Santa Clara, and San Benito Counties.

http://www.healthycommunitiesbayarea.org/leadership-academy-new.html


This program is being organized by Sierra Club Loma Prieta Chapter,
Acterra, Greenbelt Alliance, Committee for Green Foothills, and Sustainable
Silicon Valley.

Job Openings: Data Analyst & Communications Specialist, San Francisco Public Health Foundation

Job Description: Data Analyst for Health Impact Assessment Research 

Summary

The San Francisco Public Health Foundation is recruiting a research analyst to support the San Francisco

Department of Public Health for a five month period (ending August 31, 2013) to support data

collection, analysis, and visualization used in health impact assessment (HIA) to inform public policy on

housing and neighborhood conditions that impact health.  

Position Background and Description

The San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH) is a national leader in the use of health

data to inform public policy. SFDPH has an active HIA practice, which includes HIA methods 

development, training, and scholarship and 20 HIA applications in diverse policy sectors including

land use, housing, transportation, and labor. Information about SFDPH’s current and past

activities are available at: www.sfphes.org and www.hiacollaborative.org

. In 2011, the Centers

for Disease Control and Prevention’s Healthy Community Design Initiative awarded SFDPH

funding to support HIA applications, training and dissemination.

Duties and Responsibilities include: 

• Collect  and organize data from government and private sources for health and

sustainability performance metrics; 

• Conduct literature reviews and summarize key findings on specific topics as needed;

• Analyze and map data to create publication-ready charts, tables, and maps for the 

projects.

Required Experience: 

• Experience with data management and collection

• Experience with Geographic Information Systems

• Experience with quantitative or statistical data analysis

• Experience with effective data visualization

• Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in Public 

Health, Environmental Planning or Policy, Planning or a closely related field and two (2)

years of professional level experience; OR Possession of a master’s degree from an

accredited college or university or currently enrolled in Public Health, Public Health 

Administration, Environmental Planning or Policy, Planning or a closely related field.

Desired skills also include: 

• Understanding of social determinants of health and health/social/environmental impact

assessments 

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and competing deadlines

• Ability to work independently toward excellent work outcomes

• Ability to create and maintain effective relationships with diverse stakeholders 

Job Status 

Temporary, Full-time (40 hours per week) opportunity for five (5) months

Pay  

Salary based on skills and experience 

Salary Range: $60,320 - 68,640/annual rate; $29 - 33/hr. 

 

 

Work Location  

SFDPH, Environmental Health, 1390 Market St, San Francisco

To apply, please email cover letter and resume to: Tim Choi at tim.choi@sfdph.org

  

Application Closing Date:  Open until position(s) is filled. Position start date is April 1, 2013.  

 

 

Basic HTML knowledge a plus. 

 

Job Description: Communications Specialist for Health Impact Assessment Research

Summary

The San Francisco Public Health Foundation is recruiting a communications specialist to support the San

Francisco Department of Public Health for a five month period (ending August 31, 2013) to work on

impactful “storytelling" and visualizations that can be used to support future health impact assessment

(HIA) and policy recommendations on healthy housing and/or other key healthy community design

initiatives. 

Position Background and Description 

The San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH) is a national leader in HIA practice,

methods development, training, and scholarship and has conducted 20 HIA applications in

diverse policy sectors including land use, housing, transportation, and labor. Information about

SFDPH’s current and past activities are available at: www.sfphes.org

. In 2011, the Centers for

Disease Control and Prevention’s Healthy Community Design Initiative awarded SFDPH funding to

support HIA applications, training and dissemination.

Duties and Responsibilities include: 

• Develop innovative and creative visualizations or other impactful “storytelling” tools to

support HIA and healthy public policy messages and communications; 

• Advise on the communications language for HIA findings and recommendations;

• Support SFDPH staff to produce high quality products in a range of media that effectively 

communicate health messages and HIA recommendations.

Required Experience: 

• Demonstrated expertise in communications, public affairs and media as well as strong

story development, writing and editorial skills. 

• Experience with data visualization, graphic and social media tools

• Strong copy writing skills for web and social media

• Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in 

Communication, Public Relations, Journalism or a closely related field and two (2) years 

of professional level experience; OR Possession of a master’s degree from an accredited

college or university or currently enrolled in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism

or a closely related field. 

Desired skills also include: 

 

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and competing deadlines

• Ability to work independently toward excellent work outcomes

• Understanding of social determinants of health and health/social/environmental impact 

assessments

• Experience with Geographic Information Systems

•Job Status

Temporary, Full-time (40 hours per week) opportunity for five (5) months

Pay   

$29-$33 per hour ($60,320 - $68,640 annually), based on skills and experience 

 

Location  

SFDPH, Environmental Health, 1390 Market St, San Francisco

To apply, please email cover letter and resume to: Tim Choi at tim.choi@sfdph.org

  

Application Closing Date:  Open until position(s) is filled. Position start date is April 1, 2013.

Planner II - Citywide Planning Division, San Francisco

 The San Francisco Planning Department is recruiting multiple temporary-exempt positions in this classification.
Appointment Type:  Temporary-Exempt Appointment.   This position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive civil service examination process and shall serve at the discretion of the appointing officer.  
Position Description:  Under general direction, the Planner II is responsible for conducting investigations and performing analyses to prepare reports and recommendations pertaining to difficult planning issues and problems. The Planner II may work on ongoing projects, as well as new planning work undertaken by the Citywide Planning Division.

Full Job Description:

http://www.jobaps.com/sf/sup/BulPreview.asp?R1=TEX&R2=5278&R3=059984