Project Manager – Bay Area Parks for People Community Partnerships

The Bay Area Parks for People Community Partnerships Project Manager will be responsible for developing and leading the implementation of a coalition-building workplan to increase park access and equity in Richmond and Oakland. The project manager will work closely with local appointed and elected officials, community leaders, nonprofit organizations, and park and equity advocates.

Requirements

• A degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Environmental Design, Urban Planning or other related field from an accredited university
• 5+ years experience in successful coalition building and community empowerment, policy analysis, or urban planning
• Understanding local government budgeting and operations
• Experience working with community-based organizations in a collaborative and community lead coalition
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience with public speaking to promote a project, or program or organizational goals
• Ability to manage complex projects from start to finish with moderate level of supervision
• High degree of creativity, vision, and resourcefulness, and ability to problem solve
• Ability to collaborate and negotiate with diverse groups and interests in dynamic environments
• Excellent time management skills
• Familiarity with East Bay political landscape is a plus
• Fluency in Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, Tagalog or other frequently spoken languages in the East Bay is a plus

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Vacation and sick pay plus holidays
• Year end office closure
• 403(b)-retirement plan with up to a 7% company match