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PROGRAM MANAGER - COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
Part-Time: $40.00 - $50.00 Hourly
The City is looking for a part-time Program Manager to support the update of the Climate Action & Adaptation Plan. This individual will have the opportunity to do meaningful work and serve Pacifica community. Come join us!
THE OPPORTUNITY
The City of Pacifica, a beautiful coastal community just south of San Francisco, offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a community dedicated to environmental stewardship and resilience. At the City of Pacifica, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, are based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. To us, equal opportunity employment is not just about compliance; it’s about who you are, how you can help our City, and who you want to be. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and residents.
This part-time position reports directly to the Acting Deputy Director of Community Development and is essential in supporting Goal #4 of the City of Pacifica 2023-2030 Strategic Plan. The Program Manager will work closely with the City’s Climate Action and Adaptation Plan Task Force, City Council, City staff, and the Pacifica community to update the Climate Action & Adaption Plan (CAAP). This role is crucial in advancing the City’s efforts to reduce its carbon footprint and enhance its response to the ongoing effects of climate change.
The Project Manager will be responsible for coordinating with the CAAP Task Force members, City staff, partner organizations, contractors, and the public to ensure the success of the CAAP Update. This includes developing the goals and objectives of the Draft CAAP in partnership with the CAAP Task Force, overseeing the technical analysis and compilation of the Draft CAAP, and executing a robust community engagement plan to gather input from a broad and diverse cross-section of the Pacifica community. The Project Manager will ensure that the Draft CAAP is aligned with the strategic objectives of the City and has the community support necessary for successful implementation.
We invite you to explore this opportunity with us. Please note, recruitment closes on Monday, August 26, 2024, at 12:00 PM PDT - so apply today!
BASIC EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
• Coordinate with CAAP Task Force members, City staff, partner organizations, contractors, and the public to ensure the success of the CAAP Update.
• Develop the goals and objectives of the Draft CAAP in partnership with the CAAP Task Force, ensuring alignment with the needs of the Pacifica community and the City’s strategic objectives.
• Oversee the technical analysis and compilation of the Draft CAAP.
• Manage a robust community engagement plan to gather input from a broad and diverse cross-section of the Pacifica community, ensuring relevance and community support for proposed goals and action items in the Draft CAAP.
• Attend and participate in meetings and conferences; make presentations to the City Council, City administrators, public officials, professional organizations, and contractors regarding matters relating to areas of assigned responsibilities.
• Prepare a variety of reports, correspondence, and special studies as required.
The duties described in this job announcement are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be a proactive team player with a solid background in community development, urban planning, and climate resilience. They should have hands-on experience managing complex projects and be well-versed in the principles of local governance, climate action planning, and environmental policy.
The ideal candidate will also possess the following:
Knowledge of:
• Principles and practices of urban planning, including environmental policy and climate action planning.
• Project management methodologies, particularly in the context of municipal projects and community engagement.
• Regulatory frameworks related to climate change and environmental protection.
Ability:
• Respond to and resolve complex and sensitive customer service issues tactfully and courteously and offer effective resolutions to difficult situations.
• Use technology effectively for report writing, data analysis, presentations, project management, and community outreach.
• Communicate effectively in writing and orally, with the ability to present complex information to diverse audiences.
• Develop strong working relationships and collaborate effectively with CAAP Task Force members, City staff, contractors, community members, and external partners.
Program Manager Qualifications
Experience: A minimum of three years of increasingly responsible professional experience in urban planning, environmental policy, or a related field, with specific experience in climate action planning and community engagement.
Education: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in urban planning, environmental science, public administration, or a related field.
Desired Knowledge Skills, And Abilities:
• Deep knowledge of climate change and resilience strategies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and anticipate challenges.
• High level of professionalism, with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to embrace community-led decision-making processes and engage with diverse perspectives.
Licenses and Certifications: Must possess a current and valid California Driver's License.
Benefits
Program Manager $40.00 - $50.00 Hourly
The Program Manager position is a part-time position; and is a non-benefitted position.
Special Instructions
Interested candidates must submit a completed online employment application in CalOpps.org. Resumes in lieu of a completed application will not be accepted. Applications can be obtained online at https://www.calopps.org/city-of-pacifica.
Examination and Selection Process
Applicants will be assessed on the application submitted. Applicants may be screened to the most qualified and invited to the next step in the recruitment process which may include a panel interview. The following information is provided for you to use as a reference and as a planning tool. Human Resources is unable to schedule make-up examinations.
Deadline to apply is Monday, August 26, 2024 at 12:00 PM PDT.
Virtual interviews are tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, August 28, 2024.
Human Resources has the right to revise this process as needed based on business needs.
After a mutual interest has been established, the final candidate must pass a City of Pacifica background check which includes but is not limited to the Department of Justice fingerprinting scan, reference check and more.