In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
The candidate should be an effective and analytical problem solver with excellent oral and written communication skills and have the capacity to build cooperative relationships with professionals from a variety of disciplines at multiple scales. The ideal candidate has a background in biology, coastal ecology, and/or climate adaptation planning and policy, particularly in sea level rise, and demonstrates the ability to translate science into policy, plans, and technical guidance. They understand the natural and policy context along the California shoreline. The person should be dedicated and independent. The candidate should be able to support complex projects with multiple tasks and deadlines. The ideal candidate has working knowledge of Bay Area communities, as well as familiarity with California land use and environmental issues, relevant trends in coastal and land use planning and policy, and possesses a background or familiarity with environmental analysis, research, management, planning, regulation, or investigation. Experience in a regulatory agency, as a science communicator, or in community outreach and engagement is desired. The ideal candidate must value BCDC’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice, and actively contribute to creating these conditions.
Don't have experience with every single job function? Studies have shown that applicants are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you are excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with everything in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for this or other roles.
