Senior Environmental Justice Coordinator

Who We Are San Francisco Environment Department (SF Environment) advances climate protection and enhances quality of life for all San Franciscans. SF Environment is a local government department committed to innovation, leadership and collaboration in creating environmental change. Recognized worldwide, SF Environment focuses on achieving zero waste, reducing toxic chemical hazards, advancing environmental justice, promoting low‑carbon transportation, expanding clean‑energy infrastructure, greening the built environment and protecting the urban forest. We are a passionate, mission‑driven team that values credibility, collaboration, impact, innovation and equity, and we offer a competitive 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 to environmental programs, engage community members and improve health outcomes. BIPOC communities are disproportionately exposed to environmental stressors, have limited access to green space, and often face higher risk of asthma and other health disparities. We remain committed to uplifting the contributions of local environmental leaders from diverse racial backgrounds and to making racial equity the cornerstone of all programs, policies, and services. Job Description Senior Environmental Justice Coordinator – The Senior Environmental Justice Coordinator will play a pivotal role in advancing environmental justice in San Francisco. The position supports affordable housing initiatives, manages an annual grant program designed to mitigate climate impacts in BIPOC and low‑income neighborhoods, and advances racial and social equity throughout the Climate Action Plan and other Environmental Department programs. Responsibilities Plan, develop, implement and evaluate Environmental Justice (EJ) projects with a focus on areas identified in San Francisco’s Environmental Justice Map. Manage the EJ grant program from planning to implementation and assist in department grant and contract management, including monitoring grantees and contractors to ensure alignment with program goals and timelines. Build and foster strong working relationships within external climate and environmental justice coalitions, collaborating with City departments and other government agencies to strengthen ties with EJ communities and stakeholders across California. Develop training programs, workshops and capacity‑building opportunities for underserved communities to advance the Climate Action Plan. Research and analyze environmental justice impacts of proposed projects using data sources such as CalEnviroScreen, U.S. EPA EJSCREEN, U.S. Census data, and community interviews/focus groups. Supervise 2–3 full‑time program staff, oversee individual and team plans and deliverables, and report status updates to the Climate Program Manager and department leadership. Present program information to city department boards, commissions, the Board of Supervisors and other relevant bodies as needed. Represent San Francisco at local, regional and environmental justice events and conferences. Perform administrative support functions, including human resources, accounting, budgeting, invoicing and program planning. May include additional duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, communications, social sciences, environmental sciences or a related field from an accredited institution. Four years of experience performing duties similar to those described, within climate programming such as climate justice, climate change, healthy affordable housing, integrated pest management, zero waste or climate mitigation. At least two years of experience managing and implementing environmental justice programs. Desirable Qualifications Five years of increasingly responsible experience involving climate justice or environmental justice and staff supervision. Verification Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. Information on how to verify education requirements can be found at Note Falsifying education, training or work experience, or attempting deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco. #J-18808-Ljbffr Shareyourgreendesign Limited