87 Corporate Affairs jobs in California

At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference. Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact. We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together. Job Description The Sr. Director, Corporate Affairs & Legal Leadership Communications is a consummate communications professional, whose perspective is highly regarded within and outside of Public Affairs. The person who is most successful in the role is highly collaborative, learns quickly, is exceptionally curious and adapts easily to change. The right candidate is a self-starter who excels at navigating an ambiguous environment with imperfect information, approaches their work with a service mindset and leverages an extensive network to connect dots, understand the big picture and help leaders all over the company advance their strategic priorities. They’re also an exceptional writer with extensive experience writing for others and a deep understanding of industry best practices. The person in this role will provide external and internal communications strategy, guidance and support for Gilead’s General Counsel and EVP, Corporate Affairs & Legal (CAL). In close collaboration with the rest of the Corporate & Internal Communications team, the Office of the General Counsel and cross-functional partners, this person will create and execute a long-term, strategic communications strategy with messaging that amplifies the EVPs voice, advances the business narrative and fosters trust with internal and external stakeholders. This person will also contribute inspiring, engaging, interesting and relevant content for Gilead channels to demonstrate the company’s commitment to improving human health. This role sits in Public Affairs and reports to the Executive Director, Leadership Communications. This is an onsite opportunity at our Foster City, CA headquarters (no remote option). We have a hybrid environment with 3 days onsite (Tues, Wed, Thurs) and 2 days work from home (Mon and Fri). Essential Duties and Job Functions Lead and execute on a communications strategy for Gilead’s General Counsel and EVP of Corporate Affairs & Legal, including external speaking opportunities, long-form content, social media, town halls, all-employee meetings, emails, etc. Further build Gilead’s profile as a pioneer in human health by positioning the EVP of CAL at relevant external events, where they can raise awareness of the company’s transformative work Advise the EVP on communication strategy and positioning. Develop a deep, intuitive understanding of Gilead’s business, especially the CAL organization, to provide the best possible strategic counsel to leaders, and to anticipate their communications needs As a member of the Corporate & Internal Communications team, surface interesting stories that support our company narrative and build engagement and passion for Gilead in our employees and external audiences Consistently stay aware of current and relevant trends in communications, such as person-first and inclusive language Together with the team, constantly push for new ideas, better platforms and new ways of connecting with employees; understanding what’s coming next, bringing these ideas to Gilead and interpreting them in a way that works for our audiences Work closely with the employee engagement team to help leaders build morale and engagement and stay connected with their teams Build and maintain networks within Public Affairs, in the broader CAL organization, and in other functions to better understand the needs and sentiment of the employee population Knowledge, Experience and Skills Bachelor’s degree in communications, Public Relations, Journalism or a related field Minimum of 14 years of experience in Public Affairs, PR or Corporate Communications Enterprise thinker, skill in working cross-functionally and through extensive personal networks to connect dots across the company Innate executive presence, ability and ease working with senior leaders Self-starter; instinctual knack for overcoming obstacles and roadblocks to get things done Expert written communications skills, passion for telling stories well Highly skilled in using AI for more efficiency, and for effective storytelling High EQ; ability to anticipate the needs of leaders, to stay ahead of trends in the business Curiosity for continually learning new skills and knowledge, beyond what’s required to perform the essential functions of the role Excellent verbal and interpersonal communications skills Exceptional track record inemployee communications and engagement A knack for navigating ambiguity and making decisions with incomplete information Skill for managing multiple, high-urgency projects simultaneously; flexibility is essential Strong project management capabilities Understanding of regulations and principles specific to communications for a publicly traded biopharmaceutical company The salary range for this position is: $243,100.00 - $314,600.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*. For additional benefits information, visit: * Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. For jobs in the United States: Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex , age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability,genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact for assistance. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the 'Know Your Rights' poster. NOTICE: EMPLOYEE POLYGRAPH PROTECTION ACT YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT PAY TRANSPARENCY NONDISCRIMINATION PROVISION Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team. Gilead provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion. For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors: Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday. #J-18808-Ljbffr

JOIN AMGEN'S MISSION OF SERVING PATIENTS

At Amgen, if you feel like you are part of something bigger, it's because you are. Our shared mission-to serve patients living with serious illnesses-drives all that we do. Since 1980, we've helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world's toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas -Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease- we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, you'll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives. Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you'll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Live

What you will do

Let's do this. Let's change the world. We are seeking a seasoned communications professional and writer to craft compelling, authentic, and communications strategy for our CEO and select members of the C-suite. This includes development of strategically aligned speeches, presentations, and content. This is a high-impact, high-visibility role that sits at the intersection of science, business, and narrative - helping shape the voice of leadership across internal and external platforms. As part of the Corporate Communications team, the Executive Director will work in close collaboration with colleagues across brand, media, HR communications, and executive visibility to support key moments and milestones. You will bring scientific depth, editorial precision, and creative storytelling to help our leadership connect with diverse audiences - from employees and investors to global partners and healthcare providers. You will be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team helping to shape how our leaders inspire, inform, and engage. If you love turning insight into impact, and bringing science to life through words, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute end-to-end thought leadership strategy

• Write and edit speeches, talking points, panel scripts, video remarks, and presentation decks for the CEO and other senior executives

• Collaborate with subject matter experts across scientific, business, and corporate affairs functions to translate complex content into accessible, compelling narratives

• Support executive presence across internal town halls, industry conferences, media engagements, and investor events

• Align messaging with corporate strategy, tone, and voice, ensuring consistency across platforms and speakers

• Maintain an editorial calendar for key leadership speaking and visibility opportunities and deliverables

• Stay current on industry issues, company priorities, and competitor narratives to inform messaging strategy

• Provide rapid-response writing support as needed for priority communications moments

Win

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we seek is a leader with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

• Doctorate degree & 6 years of experience in executive communications, speechwriting, journalism, strategic communications OR

• Master's degree & 10 years of experience in executive communications, speechwriting, journalism, strategic communications OR

• Bachelor's degree & 12 years of experience executive communications, speechwriting, journalism, strategic communications OR

• 6 years of managerial experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs or directing the allocation of resources

Preferred Qualifications:

• 15+ years of experience in executive communications, speechwriting, journalism, or strategic communications

• Experience in the biopharma, biotech, or life sciences industry is preferred

• Ability to write for senior executives and adapt tone and style to reflect individual voice

• Scientific and financial fluency - able to quickly grasp and communicate complex concepts

• Sharp editorial judgment, with strong storytelling, structure, and message discipline

• Highly collaborative, discreet, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree (e.g., MS, MPH, PhD) a plus

Thrive

What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we'll support your journey every step of the way. The annual base salary range for this opportunity in the U.S. is $284,090 to $322,085. In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:

• Comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts.

• A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan

• Stock-based long-term incentives

• Award-winning time-off plans and bi-annual company-wide shutdowns

• Flexible work models, including remote work arrangements, where possible

As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease. Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.

Crystal Stairs, Inc.

Improving the Lives of Families through

Child Care Services, Research, and Advocacy

Our Core Values

Excellence * Relationships * Integrity * Empowerment

External Affairs - Administrative specialist

Under general supervision, the Administrative Specialist oversees and performs all administrative functions for the External Affairs Director. Composes correspondence, announcements, and memoranda, and creates and maintains confidential corporate and general files, and time keeping records.

The ideal candidate will have the following responsibilities:

1. Assist in the management of the Director's office, including answering phone calls, file maintenance and organization, preparing documents, composing routine correspondence and announcements, receiving visitors, faxing/receiving messages and correspondence, and expediting mail handling.
2. Maintain the daily work schedule, and acquire documents and information as needed by the Director.
3. Update and manage the Director's appointment calendar and Departmental task list.
4. Maintain filing system and further develop to make more efficient.
5. Coordinate and assist with the completion of special projects, including research, documentation, presentation design, and spreadsheet development
6. Assist with meeting preparation and implementation, including drafting, copying and distributing meeting agendas, presentation materials, correspondence and minutes.
7. Assist with making course, event and travel arrangements.
8. Maintain communication with external organizations, the Executive office and all internal departments and divisions.
9. Coordinate efforts in support of the complaint resolution process, including assessment, research, internal communications, documentation and general customer service.
10. Assist with report preparation.
11. Full support of External Affairs Department, other duties and tasks, assigned as needed

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES YOU SHOULD POSSESS:

• At least 2 years of experience in a communications role (Bachelor Degree preferred)
• Minimum of 4 years experience providing administrative support to executive management staff or office management experience. Non profit experience a plus.
• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills with a strong customer service orientation
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite; Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint is a MUST
• Strong meeting and travel coordination expertise
• Ability to work well under pressure and tight deadlines
• Must be a self-starter and able to work autonomously as well as a team player
• Must have patience and able to adjust to last minute requests

Total Package of Benefits

• Medical/ Dental/ Vision - 95% Paid by employer
• 401k Matching Options
• Flex Spending
• Pre-paid Legal Services
• Sick and Vacation Time
• Paid Holidays and Winter Break
• Opportunity for Growth and Development
• Robust Learning Management System offering the following continuing education units: PDC, HRCI, CEU, CPE, PDU, SHRM

Crystal Stairs, Inc. is committed to building and sustaining a fully vaccinated, diverse workforce and culture. As part of this commitment, Crystal Stairs, Inc. provides equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, medical condition as defined by state law, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, ethnic group identification, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other legally protected status.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Additional Requirements: Must be fully vaccinated and remain fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Per the CDC, fully vaccinated means at least 2 weeks after (1) a second dose in a 2-dose series, or (2) a single-dose vaccine, and this status and definition applies to COVID-19 vaccines currently authorized for emergency use or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

For more information about Crystal Stairs, please visit our website at:

ROLE TITLE: VP, External Affairs (Full Time)

LOCATION: Bay Area, CA

SALARY: $153,400 to 227,400

WHAT YOULL DO

Teach For America is seeking a Vice President, External Affairs to strengthen our network of supporters in the greater Bay Area / Northern California community, to raise the critical resources needed to implement our work locally, and refine our storytelling efforts and brand to continue to position TFA as a key collaborator and partner to our communities. You will set the vision and execute across four crucial functions: (1) raising approximately $0M per year, including planning & executing key fundraising events; (2) maintaining the health and impact of our local regional boards through effective recruitment, cultivation, and ongoing stewardship; (3) managing our in-year spend to budget; (4) leading our external positioning work, managing various components of our brand, marketing, and communications. You will accomplish this by managing a team of 4 through layers. And you will serve as a key member of our Bay Area Leadership Team, shaping the cultural conditions to ensure our staff is thriving, and maximizing our impact. Your leadership will ultimately fuel our impact with approximately 160 corps members, 4,000 alumni, and 70 school partners across Richmond, Oakland, San Francisco, the Peninsula, San Jose, and including our innovative Alumni partnership work in our California Capital Valley region.

WHAT YOULL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:

1. Set vision for and execute on our fundraising strategy, and securing a robust pipeline of new donors (40%)
2. Manage a team of 4, including through layers, to execute our multifaceted fundraising campaign, including small & large-scale events (including annual gala), individual giving, corporate philanthropy, and foundations
3. Serve as the strategic thought partner to Executive Director on development strategy, ensuring readiness to effectively lead and execute in all external meetings and touchpoints
4. Build seamless development operations, ensuring that we execute great follow-through for every single donor

Manage our Board, including stewarding current board members, recruiting new board members, and ensuring excellent, energizing board meetings (20%)

1. Design and lead Board meetings, in partnership with our Bay Area Executive Director, and lead 2 Board sub-committees
2. Partner with Executive Director and Board Chair to ensure Board is operating at the highest levels and creating a meaningful experience for all members
3. Ensure excellent stewardship of each Board member, and recruit and onboard 1-2 Board Members per year, managing the pipeline alongside our broader Board

Set vision for short- and long-term financial health, serving as the leader responsible for financial decision-making in alignment to our vision & strategy (10%)

1. Through partnership with our national finance team, manage our in-year budget vs. actuals and monthly forecasting, our team-level spending decisions

Ensure strategic communications are leading to strengthening TFA Bay Areas external narrative (10%)

1. Manage our Director of Development, Marketing, & Communications towards execution of strategies to proactively tell our story and strengthen our brand, including: managing PR firm to secure positive earned media stories, execution of owned media (such as digital/social channels, newsletters to stakeholder groups), management of responsive crisis communications as needed, sourcing of strong stories in partnership with our team to highlight the work of our CMs, alumni, and partners

Leadership team member (10%)

1. Serve as a member of Teach For America Bay Areas Leadership team. Inform the strategic direction of the region, work in collaboration with leadership team colleagues to set ambitious goals and execute strategic plan, and cultivate a thriving regional culture.

Contribute to broader organizational vision, mission, and culture (10%)

1. Interview, select, and matriculate incoming corps members
2. Engage in regional learning through attending meetings and professional development opportunities
3. Support Teach For America Bay Area regional events

A WEEK IN THE LIFE

Over the course of any week, the VP, External Affairs will spend time collaborating with the ED in preparation for external donor meetings and spaces, organizing and reviewing data to help the team understand progress towards goals, and crafting/implementing strategic plans for donor prospecting, engagement, and stewardship. You will be leading team spaces, and project meetings to understand and manage progress to critical results to ensure initiatives and deliverables are met on time and in scope. You may be collaborating with our PR firm to strengthen our narrative or work in partnership with the D, Development, Marketing, and Communication to manage crisis communications. You will lead Board committees and may be preparing to lead those spaces in partnership with the ED and SMD, Head of People, Strategy, and Operations. You will lean in and use your talents to lead and/or, support/steward work such as other regional events, critical regional board meetings, Leadership Team meetings and more.

YOUR EXPERIENCE
Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role (minimum qualifications):

1. 10+ years of relevant work experience
2. At least 5 years of experience in development/fundraising, with some Board management experience
3. Experience leading high-stakes external relationships independently
4. Experience with public relations, earned media
5. At least 5 years managing a team to outcomes and maintaining a strong culture
6. Occasional weekend or evening work hours and travel across our four bay area communities required
7. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite
8. Strong Excel and data analysis skills.

BONUS (preferred qualifications)

1. Knowledge of Bay Area communities
2. Teaching and/or school-based experience

YOUR FUTURE TEAM

The Bay Area team and larger Northern California team have set a clear mandate to harness our unique assets intellectual, human, technological, and financial capitalto drive student progress forward through high quality teacher recruitment, development, and support in partnership with our communities. We believe deeply in the power of the collective to make change.

At TFA, we promise you that you will have unparalleled opportunities to see and experience:

Real Rewards

Your Individual Strengths

Powerful Partnership

Impact on our Mission

Which makes Teach For America a place where people have what they need to thrive and where we are co-creating a culture of belonging.

YOUR COMPENSATION

The applicable salary range for each U.S.-based role is based on where the employee works and is aligned to one of 3 tiers according to a cost of labor index in that geographic area. Starting pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. The expected salary ranges for this role are set forth below. These ranges may be modified in the future.

Tier C 153,400 to 227,400

You can view which tier applies to where you plan to work here . If your location is not listed, please click here for additional total rewards information.

THE PERKS

By joining staff, you join a network of individuals committed to pursuing equity for all students and developing themselves as professionals in the process. We as an organization value the longevity of our employees and offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits plan. The salary range for this U.S.-based role is based on where the employee works and is aligned to one of 3 tiers according to a cost of labor index in that geographic area. Starting pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands.

Deputy Director of Community Benefits 

External Affairs

Department : Public Utilities Commission

Job class: 0923-Manager II

Starting salary range: $141,700.00 - $80,856.00 (Range A)

Role type: Permanent Civil Service What does this mean?

Hours : Full-time

Exam type: Position Based Test

Rule: Rule of the List

List type: Combined Promotive and Entrance

About:

•  Application Opening: Friday, May 23, 2025

•  Application Deadline:  Friday, June 27, 2025 at 11:59 PM, PST

•  Compensation Range: Annual $141,700 a d 180,856

•  Recruitment ID: PBT-0923-155680 / RTF0155679-01118476

Appointment Type: This is a Position-Based Test conducted in accordance with CSC Rule 111A.

WHO ARE WE?

San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC)

Headquartered in San Francisco, we have 2,300 employees operating across eight counties serving more than 2.7 million customers in the San Francisco Bay Area – 24 hours per day, 365 days per year.

Our Mission: To provide our customers with high quality, efficient, and reliable water, power, and wastewater services in a manner that values environmental and community interests and sustains the resources entrusted to our care.

Our Vision: We are an innovative utility leader, recognized for excellent results in service, safety, stewardship, and inclusiveness.

We are an award-winning and industry-leading utilities organization committed to our customers, community interests, and the environment. To learn more about our organization, please visit our website at

We are proud of our infrastructure and programs, but most importantly, we value our highly qualified and dedicated workforce which ensures that this vision becomes a reality.

To learn more about working at the SFPUC, visit our career site at

About the Community Benefits Division of the External Affairs Bureau

The External Affairs Bureau at the SFPUC oversees the Agency's local, state and federal legislative and policy activities, communications and community engagement community benefits and environmental justice programs.  The Community Benefits Division develops the strategic frameworks for Agency-wide community benefits and environmental justice programs and activities, partners with community-based stakeholders and other City & County of San Francisco agencies, manages pilot programs, and evaluates community outcomes related to investments and partnerships.

In January 2011, the SFPUC adopted a Community Benefits Policy to advance the agency’s responsibility to be a good neighbor to all those impacted by its activities and promote sustainability by adoption of a triple bottom line, which balances the SFPUC’s economic, environmental and social equity goals.

Role description

Under the direction of the SFPUC Community Benefits (CB) Director, the Deputy Director will: 

Perform a broad range of managerial, professional, and analytical work.

Provide overall support to the CB Director as needed, including in: (i) the management of program staff with varying roles across the CB Division; (ii) hands-on technical support for CB staff working to implement key programs and initiatives in service to local communities impacted by SFPUC projects and operations; (iii) ensuring the seamless execution of CB projects, contracts and events; (iv) building and maintaining collaborative relationships within and external to CB in service of project, contract and event execution; (v) overseeing the scoping and implementation of the community benefits components of all SFPUC capital projects; (vi) internal collaboration with executive members and managerial staff of SFPUC Water, Wastewater, and Power Enterprises; and (vii) advancing the SFPUC’s core objectives, goals, and plans to achieve positive community impacts as a result of the operation of SFPUC’s Enterprises. 

Provide strategic support and direction to program staff on a variety of technical functions, including, but not limited to: developing and negotiating contract language, MOUs, and other documents navigating policies, directives, and processes that apply to CB’s work; mapping out project plans with key staff for seamless execution that include engagement of key stakeholders; building or improving programs to advance equitable outcomes for the communities served by the SFPUC; and evaluating the impact of CB’s work.   

Mitigate challenges, propose solutions, and proactively and effectively escalate critical issues to CB and EA leadership to support timely and effective resolutions. 

The Ideal Candidate

The Leadership Competency Model illustrates what it means to be successful for any leader at the SFPUC, supporting our commitment to organizational excellence. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated track record and ability to exercise the following competencies which are the most critical to the Deputy Director of CB role:

•  Accountability : Acts with integrity, honesty, and fairness; inspires trust. Clearly defines roles and responsibilities for self and others. Holds self and others to their roles and responsibilities. Complies with legal and ethical guidelines. Acts as a responsible steward of the resources entrusted to the SFPUC.

•  Decision Making and Problem Solving: Takes ownership of problems and makes timely, responsible, transparent, and clear decisions. Involves others in addressing problems and seeking solutions. Gathers relevant information and conducts appropriate analyses. Understands the impact of decisions.

•  Risk Management: Understands personal responsibility for managing risks and takes precaution in avoiding preventable risks. Identifies, assesses, and mitigates risks seen as impacting the organization's achievement of strategic goals and objectives. Ensures self and others are following procedures that prevent avoidable operational, financial, legal, or health and safety risks.

Adaptability: Adjusts, perseveres, and succeeds in meeting objectives despite rapidly shifting environment, demands, and resources. Reacts appropriately to changing conditions or priorities. Alters approaches to most effectively address different situations and people. Responds positively to tasks and situations outside of comfort zone.

• Change Management: Ensures that planned changes are thoroughly, smoothly, and effectively communicated and implemented such that the lasting benefits of change are achieved. Leverages a structured approach and people-oriented strategies to drive the adoption and usage of new solutions to fully realize organizational benefits and project objectives.

•  Business Acumen: Understands and leverages business concepts, terms, and tools to achieve desired outcomes. Makes informed decisions and develops sound budgets and plans surrounding the financial and operational functions of the organization. Demonstrates expertise in the utility industry landscape. Develops compelling business cases to support organizational plans and objectives.

•  Strategic Planning: Formulates objectives and priorities, implements plans, and allocates resources to achieve the long-term goals of the organization.

Essential duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

•  Provide hands-on support to key CB teams, which may include not only delegation and management but individual contribution to ensure success: Environmental Justice policy implementation; Kinder-to-Career strategies; the overseeing of public art enrichment funds;  the development of educational programs to support eco-literacy and environmental stewardship specific to water, power and sewer; the Social Impact Partnership program and contracting strategies; the Southeast Community Center and all related programs; and the advancement and promotion of use of public land in a way that maximizes health and environmental sustainability and innovative ideas.         

•  Manage up to four FTEs as direct reports, implementing criteria to measure success and accountability while providing growth opportunities.               

•  Mitigate challenges, propose solutions, and proactively and effectively escalate critical issues to leadership to support timely and effective resolutions.             

•  Build strong and collaborative working relationships both within and external to CB and External Affairs in service of advancing CB’s goals.

•  Develop and negotiate contract language, MOUs, and other documents related to the SFPUC’s community benefits policy in collaboration with internal stakeholders such as applicable program staff, SFPUC’s Contract Administration Bureau (CAB), the San Francisco City Attorney’s Office, and other administrative divisions.                

•  Maintain working knowledge of the primary functions and duties of CB program staff within a multifaceted and complex program. 

•  Provide strategic support and direction, as needed, to program staff on the scoping and implementation of the Community Benefits programs, polices and initiatives.

•  Assist staff leads in building and maintaining trust and advancing strategic partnerships with staff of public agencies, community organizations, individual community leaders, contractors, and business leaders.     

•  Maintain visibility on all projects and initiatives under the Community Benefits Division, including the Social Impact Partnership Program, and the Southeast Community Center.

•  Drive stakeholder and community involvement in the design, implementation and evaluation of SFPUC programs and policies. 

•  Liaise between program staff and the CB Director to ensure departmental and division-level policies and directives are properly followed, and to implement new policies and directives as needed.    

•  Perform other duties as required.

How to qualify

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education : Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college. AND

Experience : Three (3) years of professional experience in developing and/or implementing policy, advocacy, social responsibility and/or community/economic development, in areas such as coalition building and strategic partnerships to advance agency initiatives, policies, and goals, and working with community partners.

Substitution : Additional experience as described above may be substituted for the required degree on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two (2) years. One (1) year is equivalent to thirty (30) semester units/forty-five (45) quarter units.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted.

Note: One year of full-time employment is equivalent to 2,000 hours (2,000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40-hour work week). Any overtime hours that you work above forty (40) hours per week are not included in the calculation to determine full-time employment.

Desirable Qualifications

The stated desirable qualifications may be used to identify job finalists at the end of the selection process when candidates are referred for hiring:

•  Possession of master’s or other type of advanced degree in Public Policy, Urban Planning, Organizational Development/ Leadership, Sustainability, Business, and/or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.                                                                                          

•  Two (2) years of public sector experience.                                                           

•  At least two (2) years of experience managing or overseeing the work of at least two individuals and/or high-profile projects and initiatives requiring strategic partnerships.

Verification:

Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. Education verification information on verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at

Note: Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

All work experience, education, training and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications. Applications completed improperly may be cause for ineligibility, disqualification or may lead to lower scores.

Experience claimed in self-employment will only be accepted if supported by documents verifying income, earnings, business license and experience comparable to minimum qualifications above. Copies of income tax papers or other documents listing occupation and total earnings must be submitted.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application.

Selection Procedures

After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process, which includes the following:

Supplemental Questionnaire ( SQ) (Weight: 100%): Candidates who meet minimum qualifications will be invited via a separate online link to complete the Supplemental Questionnaire Examination. The purpose of the SQ Examination is to evaluate the experience, knowledge, skills and abilities that candidates possess in job-related areas, which have been identified as critical for this position and include, but are not limited to:

•  Knowledge of management and administrative techniques applicable to operations in the area assigned; State and Federal regulations appropriate to unit.         

•  Ability to manage, administer and/or coordinate a complex operational section.                

•  Ability to plan, coordinate and provide clear direction to subordinates and consultants/contractors.         

•  Ability to effectively identify and mitigate risk and enable timely and effective resolutions.           

•  Ability to problem solve and assist program staff with setting project goals, managing expectations, keeping to timelines, and adjusting priorities – e.g., collaborate with staff to develop, document, and implement criteria to use when approaching challenges, and sharing lessons with the broader team to minimize redundancy.                       

Passing Score: Candidates must obtain a passing score on the Supplemental Questionnaire in order to be placed on the score report for positions in this job class.

Notices to Candidates: Qualified candidates will be sent notices via email for completion prior to the creation of the score report ("eligible list"). Each notice will include the date by which responses must be received. Failure to complete these steps by the established deadlines will result in disqualification.

Certification : The certification rule for the eligible list resulting from this examination will be Rule of the List. Additional selection processes may be conducted by the hiring department prior to making final hiring decisions.

Eligible List/Score Report: A confidential eligible list of applicant names that have passed the civil service examination process will be created and used for certification purposes only. An examination score report will be established, so applicants can view the ranks, final scores and number of eligible candidates. Applicant information, including names of applicants on the eligible list, shall not be made public unless required by law. However, an eligible list shall be made available for public inspection, upon request, once the eligible list is exhausted or expired and referrals resolved. The eligible list/score report resulting from this civil service examination process is subject to change after adoption (e.g., as a result of appeals), as directed by the Human Resources Director or the Civil Service Commission.

This pool of candidates on the eligible list may be used to fill additional vacancies in this class.

The duration of the eligible list resulting from this examination process will be of six (6) months and may be extended with the approval of the Human Resources Director.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are only accepted through an online process. Visit and begin the application process.

Exam Analyst Information: If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the exam analyst Jessica Wong at Recruitment ID: RTF0155679-01118476.

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.

• Providing legal support for transactional matters, including M&A, joint ventures, investments, commercial agreements, leases and other facilities-related transactions
• Providing legal support for general corporate matters, including operations, communications and public relations, investor relations, compliance, insurance and risk management
• Negotiating and finalizing a range of contracts, including forms and non-standard contract provisions
• Liaising with and providing legal support for internal business partners and teams, including corporate development, accounting, finance, corporate communications and public relations, treasury, tax, human resources, investor relations, and facilities
• Managing relationships with key external lawyers and service providers

• JD degree with excellent academic credentials and bar membership
• At least 5 years of sophisticated M&A/general corporate practice at a leading law firm
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships and work collaboratively with internal stakeholders across functions and teams to support dynamic business objectives
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, utilizing effective organizational skills to prioritize and manage deadlines for multiple simultaneous projects
• High ethical standards and integrity and sound judgment
• Ability to concisely and effectively communicate complex matters in oral and written form
• Willingness to assume increasing responsibility and roll up sleeves (no job too big, no job too small)
• A Bachelor's degree and a Juris Doctorate degree from a U.S. accredited law school
• A license to practice law in the state of California or New York (as appropriate)