ABOUT US:
The East Bay Regional Park District is a system of beautiful parklands in Alameda and Contra Costa counties to the east of San Francisco. The system comprises 73 parks spanning across 126,809 acres; 1,250 miles of trails; 55 miles of shoreline. We manage and preserve natural and cultural resources for all to enjoy and protect. The regional parks are ideal for healthful recreation and environmental education. Learn about our Mission and Vision, History, and our contributions to the United Nations 17 Sustainable Development Goals.

OUR MISSION:
EBRPD preserves a rich heritage of natural and cultural resources and provides open space, parks, trails, safe and healthful recreation and environmental education. An environmental ethic guides the District in all of its activities.

OUR VALUES:

• Respect – We honor the land we steward, each other, and the park visitors we serve.
• Resilience – We creatively adapt to change. We address challenges with empathy, perspective, and determination.
• Relationships – Our greatest strength lies in the trust, accountability, and teamwork we cultivate with our colleagues, partners, and the public we serve.
• Responsiveness – We communicate openly, honestly, and reliably.
• Transparency – We hold the public's trust through meaningful stakeholder engagement and access to timely and reliable information on decisions and performance.

WHY WORK FOR EBRPD?

• Working with a purpose for a better world today and for future generations through the preservation of open space, public access to the outdoors, and a commitment to the conservation of the natural world found east of the San Francisco Bay across 33 cities in Alameda and Contra Costa counties.
• A community of colleagues who are passionate about public service and the East Bay Regional Park District, the communities it serves, and its mission.
• Excellent benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending, and pension benefits through California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). Click here for details regarding additional benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development.
• Free on-site parking.
• Free parking permit for EBRPD parks (for up to 2 privately owned vehicles)
• Employee discounts for certain EBRPD park amenities (reservations, daily fishing permit, public boat launch).

THE OPPORTUNITY:
The Park District is recruiting for an experienced Communications and Outreach Manager at the Park District’s Administrative Office, 2950 Peralta Oaks Ct., Oakland. The hiring pools established from this recruitment will be used to fill the current and additional vacancies that may occur during the one-year life of the hiring pools.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:
Under general direction in the Public Affairs Division, serves as the District's manager for communications and outreach, including public information, outreach campaigns, and community relations to reach broad and diverse demographic populations and promote the District's mission, services, and benefits to the public; and performs related duties as assigned.

REPORTS TO : Chief Communications Officer

SUPERVISES: Manages administrative support staff.

Plans, organizes, and manages all functions and activities related to communication of public information, media relations, special events, community outreach, and design and development of the District's website(s); coordinates activities and fosters cooperative working relationships with members of the community, outside agencies, and other District divisions; reaching out to increase utilization of park resources by diverse populations, soliciting input and addressing community needs, and creating, developing, and implementing outreach, promotional, and/or community engagement campaigns and activities in alignment with the District's mission; attends key meetings with community stakeholders, preparing agenda materials, and making presentations for various audiences or purposes; prepares press releases, talking points, fact sheets, and other communications, and manages communications activities of direct reports; with direct reports, coordinates public/media responses with other District divisions; coordinates and responds to critical incidents, and disseminates applicable information within the organization and to the community; maintains program records, prepares various written correspondence including staff reports, and monitors budget expenditures; evaluates the needs for, develops, and proposes, long-term public, media relations, and website development policy and programs; makes recommendations for District policy related to the dissemination of information to the public; stays current on new trends and innovations in the field of public information, media relations, and other community relations services; assesses the overall efficiency and effectiveness of related services to the public and makes adjustments accordingly; provides direction and exercises the full scope of management responsibilities over professional, technical, and administrative staff in support of the divisional and organizational goals; performs highly responsible and complex special assistance to the Assistant General Manager of Public Affairs, Chief Communications Officer, and the General Manager; and performs related duties as assigned.Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public relations, communication, public administration, or a related field,
AND

Experience: Four (4) years of professional or technical experience in communications, outreach, community relations, public relations, or a related field, including two (2) years of supervisory responsibility.

License or Certificate: A valid California Driver's License is a condition of initial and continued employment in this classification.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Must pass a Level 1 Background Check.

• This position is designated as a Mandated Reporter under the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA). Mandated reporters are individuals who are obligated by law to report suspected cases of child abuse and neglect. As such, you will be required to sign an acknowledgment of having received the District’s policy and your responsibilities

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.
Knowledge of: principles, practices, and methods of communications and public relations; East Bay corporate, business, community, political, and media organizations and key representatives; social and economic challenges of served communities; office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases. Ability to: speak persuasively in public forums and to work effectively with governmental staff and elected officials; compose correspondence, speeches, studies, presentations, and reports; plan and organize special events and outreach strategies; work under strict deadlines and with multiple priorities; manages others; analyze data and other information; operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work at all levels, including a culturally diverse general public, with a focus on quality service to internal staff and external customers.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

MANAGEMENT DESIGNATION: This position is not affiliated with a union and is considered part of the Management group and is exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (i.e. is not eligible for overtime); in addition to the regular work schedule, this position may require availability to work evenings and/or weekends. The probationary period for this position is one year. This position is designated as “at-will” and serves at the pleasure of the General Manager.

Internal Promotions: Placement shall be made at the first step in the salary range for the new position (Step A) unless the salary rate at Step A of the new position is less than a 5% increase. In such instances, the employee will be placed at a step in the new salary range that ensures at least a 5% increase.

Application materials for these positions consist of two (2) required parts:

1. A current East Bay Regional Park District application submitted online, and
2. Completed supplemental questions

Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least one (1) hour to submit your application if you are a new user to the system. If you have previously applied to a position on GovernmentJobs.com, please allow time to update your existing profile. Applications are accepted online only. Our online application system is provided by NeoGov. If you encounter problems while applying online, please contact NeoGov Help Desk toll-free at (855) 524-5627.

Notification: All applicants will be notified of the status of their application via email, generally within two to three weeks after the closing date. You may also sign into your GovernmentJobs.com account to view your current application status and notifications.

Selection Process: The application materials for all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be reviewed by a screening panel to select the best qualified for testing or oral examination/interview. The District reserves the right to set up a written test, performance test, and/or other assessment procedures before or after the interview process. Possession of minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview or invitation to test. Pursuant to the Federal Immigration and Reform Act of 1986, all applicants who are hired will be required to provide proof of identity and appropriate work authorization documents prior to commencement of employment.

Special Testing Arrangements: If you require special arrangements due to a verified disability or medical condition, please contact the Human Resources Department at (510) 544-2154 at least five business days before the test.

Tentative Date of Onsite Examinations: TBD

Equal Opportunity Employer:
he East Bay Regional Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects a diverse workforce and community. It is committed to promoting an equitable and inclusive workspace that is welcoming to all. Applicants from all backgrounds and life experiences are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.