San Francisco Bay is entering a transformative period as we start to adapt communities to climate change while maintaining and enhancing the Bay’s natural resources. The San Francisco Estuary Institute (SFEI) provides scientific support to communities, local government, and agencies to plan and implement resilient, ecologically-functional shorelines. We make scientific information accessible for decision-makers by bringing wetlands and estuarine ecology, geomorphology, sediment science, and landscape design to discussions on Bay shore planning. We write influential documents that communicate scientific information to stakeholders on topics such as climate adaptation, sediment management, and microplastics,  as well as produce tools for our partners such as Eco-Atlas. We partner with local governments, community organizations, resource agencies, flood control districts, NGOs, wastewater districts, transportation agencies, land trusts, and others to develop strategies for shoreline adaptation with multiple benefits.


Position Description


The Associate Project Manager will assist Institute staff with day-to-day project, budget, financial, and contract management. The ideal candidate possesses strong organizational skills, proactive planning and thinking skills, ability to multitask, ability to see tasks through to completion, and the ability to communicate with different staff on progress and potential issues. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to learn more about project and non-profit management.


Responsibilities


  • Support project managers, program managers, and administrative staff on projects, budgets, and contract management.

  • Support managing director with analysis of budget and financial data and other tasks as needed (may include assistance with Human Resources).

  • Utilize our primary software (Deltek), develop queries, enter data, track budgets, and update labor resource planning.

  • Analyze and summarize different types of data including budget and staffing data using Excel and/or Google spreadsheets e.g., pivot tables and graphics

  • Track participant fees for the Regional Monitoring Program.

  • Help to develop new systems and processes to increase project and program efficiency.

Qualifications 

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;

  • Ability to manage a variety of detail-oriented tasks successfully;

  • Must be a self-starter and able to proactively anticipate next steps;

  • Ability to prioritize tasks efficiently;

  • Must possess strong knowledge of MS Office Applications, especially Excel and/or Google spreadsheet (pivot tables, formulas, etc.);

  • Strong organizational skills;

  • Ability to work individually and in a team environment;

  • Interest in working in a mission\driven environmental non-profit a plus


Education

  • Associates degree plus four years of relevant experience or Bachelors degree plus two years of relevant experience in Business or Nonprofit management


About SFEI

SFEI provides independent science to assess and improve the health of the waters, wetlands, and wildlife, in rural and urban landscapes of San Francisco Bay, the California Delta, and beyond. SFEI’s staff deliver data, technology, and tools that empower government, civic, and business leaders to create cost-effective solutions for complex environmental issues--from cleaner water and sustainable communities to climate change.  


For more information on our mission, values, programs, and staff, visit the SFEI website www.sfei.org.   


Equal Opportunity & Affirmative Action Employer

At SFEI, we celebrate the diversity of our staff and the places we serve, and believe that diversity is a strength. We are committed to growing together and creating a more diverse and inclusive workplace. Therefore, we strongly encourage applications from women, people of color, and people with other identities commonly under-represented in environmental science. 


SFEI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment of any kind.  All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical or mental disability, family or parental status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.


Pay

This position will be an Associate Environmental Scientist or Environmental Scientist. The anticipated minimum salary is $70,000/year. Pay will be commensurate with experience. Position at three weeks of vacation and includes medical and dental coverage, 5% employer 403(b) match, and other voluntary benefits.


Application Information

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to apply as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, please contact Linda Russio at 510-746-7355 or linda@sfei.org.


Hybrid Status

SFEI offers a hybrid work plan with partial week working in the office and partial week working remotely. Local candidates preferred but may accommodate remote employment (geographically based salary may apply).






This position has been filled.