The Bay Area Air Quality Management District (District) is a regional government agency, committed to achieving clean air to protect the public's health and the environment. The District accomplishes this goal through regulation of industrial facilities and various outreach and incentive programs designed to encourage clean air choices. 

The District's jurisdiction encompasses all of seven counties - Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara and Napa, and portions of two others - southwestern Solano and southern Sonoma. 

The District is recruiting for the position of Staff Specialist I/II in the Community Engagement Division. There is one (1) vacancy. This is a full-time, represented position. 

Under direction, the Staff Specialist I/II (Community Engagement Specialist) works closely with the Engagement Office Staff and other Air District divisions to strengthen partnerships with key community stakeholders; helps to implement community engagement programs and strategies; with support, plans and convenes Air District and community meetings, workshops and other events; attends community meetings to hear concerns and provide information; performs related work as assigned. 

DISTINQUISHING CHARACTERISTICS 

Staff Specialist I is the entry level in this series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn District, state and federal procedures and policies while performing the more routine technical duties. As experience is gained, assignments become more diversified and are performed with less supervision. This class is alternately staffed with Staff Specialist II and incumbents may advance to the higher level classification after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency which meet the qualifications of the higher level class. 

Staff Specialist II is the journey level class of this series, fully-proficient to perform difficult and technical work. Incumbents are expected to exercise independent judgment. 

This class is distinguished from Senior Staff Specialist in that the latter is responsible for more complex work and may perform lead duties. 

Desired Skills and Experience 

Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse communities and stakeholders. 

Strong organizational and time management skills. 

Knowledge of online civic engagement platforms and contact management tools is a plus. 

Resourcefulness and creativity. 

Familiarity with highly impacted/disadvantaged communities in the San Francisco Bay Area.

 Examples of Duties for this Position:

 

Participates and assists in the development of policies and guidelines for assigned programs. 

Researches best practices and proposes new and creative community engagement programs and strategies. 

Develops and implements engagement initiatives to enhance relationships with diverse stakeholders, and increase transparency and trust. 

Reviews, analyzes, and administers a variety of grants, contracts, and other agreements in support of District activities; monitors expenditures and charges against agreements. Assist in evaluating grantees to ensure compliance with grant deliverables. 

Coordinates and facilitates workshops, meetings, and trainings on various District programs, regulations and rules; makes presentations and develops supporting materials. 


Prepares Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and Requests for Quotations (RFQs); prepares contract documents and other agreements using standard District procedures; and reviews contract terms and conditions. 

Reviews and summarizes data, prepares special and periodic reports. 

Maintains computer spreadsheets, databases and program records. Assists with management of online civic engagement platform. 

Prepares and presents staff reports to the District's Board of Directors, and/or sub-committees; conducts research and prepares and presents reports as assigned. 

Provides routine outreach and communication on behalf of the District with industry, the public and other agencies to obtain and disseminate technical and operational information. 

Prepares and responds to correspondence directed toward public and private organizations relative to programs; responds to oral and written requests for information about programs. 

Explains and interprets policies, rules and regulations regarding programs; gathers and prepares background information. 

Performs other duties as assigned.

 Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience: 

A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills is: 

Staff Specialist I: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree and two years of professional analytical experience. 

Staff Specialist II: In addition to the above, two years of professional analytical experience. 

Some positions may require more specialized education, training and experience. 

Desirable Qualifications 

Ability to work nights and weekends as needed. 

A positive disposition, experience working with diverse communities, and a background in social, public health,human services or community-based organizations.

 How to Apply & Selection Criteria:
 
How to Apply: 
Interested individuals must submit a completed BAAQMD application, chronological resume, and responses to the supplemental questionnaire by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 20, 2016. Applications are accepted online. Please visit our website at www.baaqmd.gov/jobs to apply or to download an application. Resumes must be included, and not in lieu of the required application materials. Postmarks, faxes, and e-mailed applications will not be accepted. 

Except as requested in this announcement, do not include any additional documents, such as letters of recommendation, performance evaluations, work samples, etc. They will not be considered or returned. Applicants submitting paper applications must also complete an official BAAQMD application. 

Supplemental Questionnaire Instructions: 
Individuals who apply for this position must respond to each of the supplemental questions. Both paper and online applications must be received by the Human Resources Office no later than the time and date specified in the vacancy announcement. The responses to the supplemental application questions will be used in accordance with the procedures indicated under the Selection Criteria in the vacancy announcement. 

Instructions: Please limit your responses to one page per question. Do not combine your responses, or reference your application, resume, or any other requested documentation that you have included with your application packet to answer a question. Please be advised that the information you provide will be evaluated "as is" and incomplete or illegible applications will likely receive lower ratings. Therefore, it is very important to provide a concise, organized, and easy to follow response to each question. 

You must provide the following for each question regarding experience: The name of the employer where you gained your experience, your job title, length of time in years/months performing the specific function, and detailed examples that illustrate your duties and responsibilities. 

Selection Criteria: 
Selection may be based upon a competitive examination consisting of a written exercise, interview, or combination of the two. Depending on the number of qualified applicants, an application screening and/or panel interview may be used to determine the most qualified applicants. If a panel interview is utilized it will be weighted 100%, and it may include a work exercise that will be scored as a percentage of the total score. 

The District may hire from this recruitment process to fill future vacancies occurring within the next 18 months. 

Updates regarding your status in the recruitment will be sent via email, unless you indicate a different preference on your application. 

Persons with disabilities who may require reasonable accommodations during the application and/or selection process should notify the Human Resources Office at (415) 749-4980. 

The District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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