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Th e City of Oakland is an equal opportunity employer that values workforce diversity, inclusion, and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the city’s historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants in one of the most diverse cities in the nation, we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting, meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture, community, and individualism of employees. Exempt Limited Duration Employee (ELDE): This is an at-will position, exempt from the provisions of the City of Oakland Civil Service Rules (per Charter Section 902f). Exempt Limited Duration positions may not exceed a period of one year. Why join the City of Oakland's Public Works Department? The Watershed and Stormwater Management Division of Oakland Public Works (OPW) is responsible for protecting water quality by preventing pollutants from entering the stormwater drain system, while also maintaining and improving the health of local creeks and watersheds. The division coordinates and implements Citywide compliance with water quality and environmental regulations and supports the planning of infrastructure rehabilitation and upgrades, including trash capture, green stormwater infrastructure, and creek restoration. In addition, the division advances innovative mapping and asset management efforts and plans and manages projects that support the City's watershed, drainage, and environmental goals. Our work includes stormwater pollution, green stormwater infrastructure, creek protection and restoration, environmental review, illicit discharge investigations and enforcement, and Lake Merritt water quality projects. Some program information is posted at Creeks, Watershed, and Stormwater . We are looking for someone who is: Passionate about Oakland's environment! You care about the health of Oakland's creeks, waterways, and watersheds and are motivated to turn that commitment into meaningful programs, projects, and services. Knowledgeable about watershed and water quality issues! You understand environmental regulations, stormwater management, habitat restoration, and water quality principles and can apply that knowledge to complex projects and community needs. Resourceful and adaptable! You evaluate technical information, identify challenges, consider multiple perspectives, and develop practical solutions that support environmental and community goals. A strong communicator! You translate complex technical, regulatory, and environmental information into clear reports, presentations, websites, training materials, and conversations with a variety of audiences. A collaborative relationship-builder! You enjoy working with staff, community members, consultants, regulatory agencies, and other partners to move projects forward and achieve shared outcomes. A skilled project manager! You organize competing priorities, coordinate multiple work groups, and keep projects moving while maintaining attention to detail, quality, timelines, and accountability. Committed to equity and inclusive public service! You recognize the importance of incorporating racial and demographic equity considerations into programs and initiatives and are committed to serving Oakland's diverse communities. Resourceful and adaptable! You are comfortable navigating changing priorities, complex processes, evolving regulations, and situations that require sound judgment and initiative. What you will typically be responsible for: Developing, implementing, and continually refining projects and programs that address stormwater, waterway, water quality, and regulatory issues. Writing reports, protocols, memos, training documents, websites, and other materials for a variety of audiences. Conducting field investigations and inspections of creeks, green stormwater infrastructure, proposed development sites, land acquisition sites, business and City corporation yards, illicit discharges, and storm-related emergencies. Developing and providing training courses, resources, and technical guidance on watershed and stormwater management and regulatory compliance. Coordinating and providing technical review and guidance to City work groups on development, redevelopment, infrastructure, and other projects and programs affecting stormwater and waterways. Reviewing and interpreting technical documents, including plan sets, hydrology reports, environmental impact reports, and water quality data related to water quality, stormwater regulations, hydrology, riparian habitat, and creek restoration. Managing and assisting with stormwater, waterway, and watershed capital projects involving creek and shoreline restoration, storm drainage infrastructure, trash capture, green stormwater infrastructure, and related improvements. Managing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) projects by creating and updating maps, online interfaces, field mapping applications, map-based forms, and databases and contributing to storm drainage system asset management. Read the complete job description by clicking the link below: Program Analyst III Click on the link below to see what it's like to work for the City of Oakland! Working for the City of Oakland! A few reasons you might love this job: You can meaningfully improve the environment and help the community. You can be creative, think outside the box, and problem-solve daily. You will work alongside dedicated staff and community partners who bring their expertise, passion, and commitment to serving Oakland's diverse communities. You will be part of a dedicated, talented, and caring team that values both the work we do and the people we work alongside. You will have access to many great City benefits. A few challenges you might face in this job: You will encounter environmental and community challenges, such as illegal dumping, homelessness, blight, and legacy pollutants, that may impact the work. You will navigate staffing and funding constraints that may impact the work. You will navigate City structures, chain of command communication, forms, and processes to effectively carry out the work. You will encounter processes that have not yet transitioned to digital tools and streamlined workflows. Competencies Required: Action & Results Focused (Taking Initiative): Initiating tasks and focusing on accomplishment Adaptability: Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires. Analyzing & Interpreting Data: Drawing sensible meaning and conclusions from quantitative and/or qualitative data Attention to Detail: Accounting for the details in work content, process, and product Building & Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships Critical Thinking: Analytically and logically evaluating information Decision Making: Choosing optimal courses of action in a timely manner Displaying Ownership and Accountability: Holding self and others accountable for measurable, high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results Involving Others (Engaging Teams): Engaging others for input, contribution, and shared responsibility for outcomes Leading Cross-Functional Collaboration: Leading projects and programs with internal and external stakeholders Legal & Regulatory Navigation: Understanding, interpreting, and ensuring compliance from quantitative and or/qualitative data Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue, meetings, and presentations Professional & Technical Expertise: Applying technical subject matter to the job Project Management: Ensuring that projects are on time, are on budget, and achieve their objectives Writing: Communicating effectively in writing across a range of formats, purposes, and audiences
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Passionate about Oakland's environment! You care about the health of Oakland's creeks, waterways, and watersheds and are motivated to turn that commitment into meaningful programs, projects, and services.
Knowledgeable about watershed and water quality issues! You understand environmental regulations, stormwater management, habitat restoration, and water quality principles and can apply that knowledge to complex projects and community needs.
Resourceful and adaptable! You evaluate technical information, identify challenges, consider multiple perspectives, and develop practical solutions that support environmental and community goals.
A strong communicator! You translate complex technical, regulatory, and environmental information into clear reports, presentations, websites, training materials, and conversations with a variety of audiences.
A collaborative relationship-builder! You enjoy working with staff, community members, consultants, regulatory agencies, and other partners to move projects forward and achieve shared outcomes.
A skilled project manager! You organize competing priorities, coordinate multiple work groups, and keep projects moving while maintaining attention to detail, quality, timelines, and accountability.
Committed to equity and inclusive public service! You recognize the importance of incorporating racial and demographic equity considerations into programs and initiatives and are committed to serving Oakland's diverse communities.
Resourceful and adaptable! You are comfortable navigating changing priorities, complex processes, evolving regulations, and situations that require sound judgment and initiative.
Developing, implementing, and continually refining projects and programs that address stormwater, waterway, water quality, and regulatory issues.
Writing reports, protocols, memos, training documents, websites, and other materials for a variety of audiences.
Conducting field investigations and inspections of creeks, green stormwater infrastructure, proposed development sites, land acquisition sites, business and City corporation yards, illicit discharges, and storm-related emergencies.
Developing and providing training courses, resources, and technical guidance on watershed and stormwater management and regulatory compliance.
Coordinating and providing technical review and guidance to City work groups on development, redevelopment, infrastructure, and other projects and programs affecting stormwater and waterways.
Reviewing and interpreting technical documents, including plan sets, hydrology reports, environmental impact reports, and water quality data related to water quality, stormwater regulations, hydrology, riparian habitat, and creek restoration.
Managing and assisting with stormwater, waterway, and watershed capital projects involving creek and shoreline restoration, storm drainage infrastructure, trash capture, green stormwater infrastructure, and related improvements.
Managing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) projects by creating and updating maps, online interfaces, field mapping applications, map-based forms, and databases and contributing to storm drainage system asset management.
You can meaningfully improve the environment and help the community.
You can be creative, think outside the box, and problem-solve daily.
You will work alongside dedicated staff and community partners who bring their expertise, passion, and commitment to serving Oakland's diverse communities.
You will be part of a dedicated, talented, and caring team that values both the work we do and the people we work alongside.
You will have access to many great City benefits.
You will encounter environmental and community challenges, such as illegal dumping, homelessness, blight, and legacy pollutants, that may impact the work.
You will navigate staffing and funding constraints that may impact the work.
You will navigate City structures, chain of command communication, forms, and processes to effectively carry out the work.
You will encounter processes that have not yet transitioned to digital tools and streamlined workflows.
Action & Results Focused (Taking Initiative): Initiating tasks and focusing on accomplishment
Adaptability: Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires.
Analyzing & Interpreting Data: Drawing sensible meaning and conclusions from quantitative and/or qualitative data
Attention to Detail: Accounting for the details in work content, process, and product
Building & Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships
Critical Thinking: Analytically and logically evaluating information
Decision Making: Choosing optimal courses of action in a timely manner
Displaying Ownership and Accountability: Holding self and others accountable for measurable, high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results
Involving Others (Engaging Teams): Engaging others for input, contribution, and shared responsibility for outcomes
Leading Cross-Functional Collaboration: Leading projects and programs with internal and external stakeholders
Legal & Regulatory Navigation: Understanding, interpreting, and ensuring compliance from quantitative and or/qualitative data
Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue, meetings, and presentations
Professional & Technical Expertise: Applying technical subject matter to the job
Project Management: Ensuring that projects are on time, are on budget, and achieve their objectives
Writing: Communicating effectively in writing across a range of formats, purposes, and audiences
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High school graduate, diploma or equivalent (GED)
Some college credits, no degree
Associates degree
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
Other
1-14 semester / 1-21 quarter units / or equivalent
15-29 semester / 22-44 quarter units / or equivalent
30-59 semester / 45-89 quarter units / or equivalent
60-89 semester / 90-134 quarter units / or equivalent
90+ semester / 135+ quarter units / or equivalent
Environmental Studies
Geography
Geology
Hydrology
Environmental Engineering
Landscape Architecture
Another major closely related to those listed above
None of the above
I possess 4 or more years of experience as described
I possess 3 or more years, but less than 4 years of experience as described
I possess 2 or more years, but less than 3 years of experience as described
I possess 1 year, but less than 2 years, of experience as described
I possess less than 1 year of experience as described
I do not possess any experience as described
I possess 1 or more years of experience as described
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