Environmental Education Associate (9922) - SF Environment Department

The San Francisco Environment Department (SF Environment) advances climate protection and enhances quality of life for all San Franciscans. SF Environment is a department within the City and County of San Francisco, a local government committed to innovation, leadership and collaboration in creating environmental change. SF Environment is recognized worldwide for its environmental policies and programs, which center on achieving zero waste, reducing toxic chemical hazards, advancing environmental justice, promoting sustainable transportation modes, expanding clean energy infrastructure, greening our built environment, and protecting our urban forest. We’re a passionate, mission-driven team that values credibility, collaboration, impact, innovation and equity. Job Description The Environmental Education team is looking to hire an Environmental Education Associate. The team supports the City’s zero waste and pollution reduction goals through outreach centered on educating pre-kindergarteners to 12th graders (PK-12) throughout schools and community spaces across San Francisco. The 9922 role is a professional development position. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to gain professional experience in the environmental field as each year you will build upon the skills you've acquired through on-the-job training, experiential learning, and role-specific professional development. What You’ll Do Present in classrooms and community centers on zero waste and pollution prevention methods to youth from pre-kindergarten to age 24. Coordinate environmental programming with teachers, external partners and other City departments. Support the Climate Action Youth Summit, our annual event showcasing youth driven climate action from schools and community programs around San Francisco. Assist with developing new and evolving educational programs and materials that increase opportunities for San Francisco’s PK-12 schools to implement zero waste practices. Support outreach efforts through community events to engage youth in climate action. Mentor youth to further SF Environment’s environmental education for all goal Research, collect, and compile outreach data, while learning to use the Department’s CRM. Perform administrative support and other duties and tasks as requested. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university; or Two years of college education from an accredited college or university, and six (6) months of work experience, including internships, research positions, or other experience, relevant to the duties described in the job description. Desirable Qualifications Experience working with PK-12 students Interest in environmental principles and issues Strong organizational and time management skills; responsible, motivated, and able to work independently and in a team Bilingual fluency in language predominately spoken in San Francisco Word processing, spreadsheet, PowerPoint development, database and internet proficiency Interest in learning more about equity, inclusion and diversity concepts and applying them in the environmental field Other Requirements Possession of a valid driver’s license (vehicle is provided.) The position typically works Monday-Friday, with slight variance in schedule in order to meet the needs to students, schools, and the community. Some weekend and evening work may be involved. How To Apply Please include a cover letter and resume. Complete the Minimum Qualifications Supplemental Questionnaire (MQSQ) by Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 5 PM PT: https://forms.office.com/g/vJ91YV6Ev4 Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

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