• Application opening: May 3, 2022
• Application Deadline: May 23, 2022
• Compensation: $51,592/year (link to compensation database)
• Recruitment ID: PEX-9922-121870
• This job announcement will be used to fill up to three vacancies for Environmental Education Associate positions

Are you interested in helping children and youth achieve climate justice? Do you have a passion for engaging students on environmental issues?  If so, we invite you to take advantage of an opportunity to use your skills to build a better future for San Francisco.

Who We Are - The San Francisco Department of the Environment (SF Environment) advances climate protection and enhances quality of life for all San Franciscans. SF Environment is a department within the City and County of San Francisco, a local government committed to innovation, leadership and collaboration in creating environmental change.  SF Environment is recognized worldwide for its environmental policies and programs, which center on achieving zero waste, reducing toxic chemical hazards, advancing environmental justice, promoting low-carbon transportation modes, expanding clean energy infrastructure, greening our built environment and protecting our urban forest. We’re a passionate, mission-driven team that values credibility , collaboration, impact, innovation and equity. SF Environment is also a great place to work, offering an attractive benefits package that includes healthcare and retirement.

SF Environment Racial Equity Statement  - For over 20 years, SF Environment has worked with San Francisco’s Black, indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) communities to mitigate environmental burdens, increase accessibility of environmental programs and benefits, engage community members, and improve health outcomes. BIPOC communities are disproportionately exposed to environmental stressors that include air and soil pollution, illegal dumping of toxics and other materials, industrial land uses and transportation impacts. They are more likely to live in housing conditions with limited access to green space and where poor indoor air quality from pests, mold, and the use of toxic products contributes to the prevalence of asthma and other health disparities. They are more likely to be employed in areas with high levels of exposure to toxics. Now, they are the first communities feeling the impacts of climate change, with the fewest resources to respond. SF Environment has a longstanding commitment to the principles of environmental justice, whereby communities most impacted by environmental stressors and climate change are prioritized and the long-time work of community leaders is recognized and supported. We are committed to uplifting the contributions of local environmental leaders of diverse racial backgrounds and ensuring that racial equity is the cornerstone of all of our programs, policies, and services.

As an Environmental Education Associate, you’ll work in an entry-level role designed to offer you exposure to a career pathway in environmental education, mentorship, and professional development opportunities. You’ll learn and grow on the job, building foundational experience in environmental education while meeting designated position objectives.

Environmental Education Associates support the City’s zero waste and pollution reduction goals through outreach to PK-12 students—both within and outside of San Francisco’s public and private schools—and through administrative assistance. You’ll gain knowledge of environmental education outreach skills, environmental behavior-change strategies, public speaking, classroom-based and outdoor teaching opportunities, and program administration. Knowledge and experience gained will position you for success as an environmental educator and outreach professional equipped to serve San Francisco’s PK-12 public and private schools—plus career advancement opportunities in related fields.

What You’ll Do - The duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this position and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

• Assist with implementing new and evolving remote educational programs (including but not limited to socially distanced learning and outdoor instruction) that increase opportunities for San Francisco’s PK-12 schools to achieve zero waste
• Deliver classroom presentations (in person and virtual) that teach about zero waste and water pollution prevention, primarily for grades PK-12
• Assist with the creation of, and execute education strategies for, in-person instruction and remote learning that take into account current Public Health Orders and safety regarding COVID-19
• Support the development of educational online presentations, videos, and other supporting materials
• Deliver classroom presentations that teach about zero waste and water pollution prevention, primarily for grades PK-12
• Assist with coordinating and implementing virtual teacher training workshops
• Assist with updating directories, websites, curriculum and other department publications
• Assist with public outreach and educational efforts, including staffing special events
• Research, collect, and compile data, while learning to use Salesforce CRM
• Perform administrative support and other duties and tasks as requested
• Utilize personal protective equipment (PPE) to execute education strategies
• Follow city department procedures

Mentors & Supervisors - During the period of employment, you’ll serve as an active member of the Environmental Education team at SF Environment, attending regular team meetings and scheduled outreach and education activities. The successful candidate will be assigned a mentor and supervisor to guide and train them. In some cases, the mentor and supervisor may be the same person. Mentors and supervisors work closely together to provide incumbents with comprehensive, quality training and a rich experience in the fields of environmental education and personal behavior change.

Training Workshops - Successful candidates will receive training in public speaking and classroom management to deliver classroom presentations and assemblies. They will also receive training on how to successfully create visually dynamic presentations that are age-appropriate for K-12 students and inspire personal behavior change. Workshops, conferences, and trainings may also be attended to gain an understanding of general environmental education and behavior change strategies.
Successful candidates will receive training in public speaking and classroom management to deliver classroom presentations and assemblies. They will also receive training on how to successfully create visually dynamic presentations that are age-appropriate for K-12 students and inspire personal behavior change. Workshops, conferences, and trainings may also be attended to gain an understanding of general environmental education and behavior change strategies.

Exempt Employment Status - These positions are exempt appointments, with a duration of 1-2 years. A second year may be possible contingent upon City budget conditions, and demonstrated competence and professionalism in the first year of employment. Participation in this program does not guarantee a second year of employment or any future employment with the San Francisco Department of the Environment or the City and County of San Francisco. These positions are excluded by the Charter from the competitive civil service examination process and shall serve at the discretion of the appointing officer.

Minimum Qualifications - Education

Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university; OR

Two years of college education from an accredited college or university, and six (6) months of professional work experience, including internships, research positions, or other experience, relevant to the duties described in the job description.

Other Requirements:         

• Possession of a valid driver’s license (This job requires city driving at least twice a week; vehicle is provided.)
• Available to work a 40-hour week (Monday – Friday), with frequent flexibility in hours/days, including availability to work remotely and deliver occasional school-based presentations in San Francisco.
• Able to perform work duties on-site in San Francisco as needed, utilizing appropriate PPE as required.

Desirable Qualifications - The desirable qualifications may be used to select among finalists at the end of the selection process. We do not expect any one candidate to have all the qualifications listed.  We highly encourage you to apply if you are interested in joining us.

1. Experience working with PK-12 students
2. Knowledge of environmental principles and issues
3. Strong organizational and time management skills; responsible, motivated, and able to work independently and in a team
4. Bilingual fluency in language predominately spoken in San Francisco
5. Word processing, spreadsheet, PowerPoint development, database and internet proficiency
6. Interest in learning more about equity, inclusion and diversity concepts and applying them in the environmental field

Supplemental Information - after submitting your application, you will receive two emails with requests for additional information about your knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to these positions.

How to Apply
Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are only accepted through an online process. Visit https://careers.smartrecruiters.com/CityAndCountyOfSanFrancisco1/ and begin the application process.

• Select the “I’m Interested” button and follow instructions on the screen

Applicants may be contacted by email about this recruitment and, therefore, it is their responsibility to ensure that their registered email address is accurate and kept up-to-date. Also, applicants must ensure that email from CCSF is not blocked on their computer by a spam filter. To prevent blocking, applicants should set up their email to accept CCSF mail from the following addresses (@sfgov.org, @sfdpw.org, @sfport.com, @flysfo.com, @sfwater.org, @sfdph.org, @asianart.org, @sfmta.com, @sfpl.org, @dcyf.org, @first5sf.org, @famsf.org, @ccsf.edu, @smartalerts.info, and @smartrecruiters.com).

Applicants will receive a confirmation email that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received.

Selection Process

Timeline
The application deadline is May 23, 2022. Due to the volume of inquiries we receive, we are unable to give application status updates. While we are not able to reach out to every applicant, the hiring manager will contact you directly after the filing deadline if your skills and experiences are a strong match for the position.

Stage 1 of the selection process will consist of an evaluation of applications. Stage 2 - Based on the evaluation of applications, candidates whose skills and experiences are a strong match for the position will be invited to a phone interview. Stage 3 - Candidates who most closely meet the needs of the position will be invited to participate in the panel interview selection process, including an assessment of relative job-related skills and abilities. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement to Stage 2 or Stage 3 of the hiring process.

For any questions regarding the position or hiring process- please contact the recruitment analyst, Adam Romoslawski at [email protected]

Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco:

• Information About The Hiring Process
• Conviction History
• Employee Benefits Overview  
• Equal Employment Opportunity 
• Disaster Service Worker
• ADA Accommodation
• Veterans Preference
• Right to Work
• Copies of Application Documents
• Diversity Statement

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:  All City and County of San Francisco employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Someone is fully vaccinated when 14 days have passed since they received the final dose of a two-shot vaccine or a dose of a one-shot vaccine. Any new hire must present proof of full vaccination status to be appointed. Any new hire who will be routinely assigned or occasionally enter High-Risk Settings, must provide proof of having received a COVID-19 booster vaccine by March 1, 2022, or once eligible.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.