The City of Palo Alto’s Watershed Protection Group has an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager on its Public Education and Policy Team!
Watershed Protection Team Overview: Public Works– Watershed Protection is part of the City of Palo Alto Public Works Department–Environmental Services Division. The team is charged with protecting water quality in local creeks and the San Francisco Bay by working with industry, businesses, residents, and City operations to reduce pollutants entering surface waters by way of the sanitary sewer and storm drain systems. Public Works–Watershed Protection creates and implements innovative watershed protection projects and programs, develops policies, ordinances and public education, and ensures compliance with the Municipal Regional Stormwater Permit. In addition, the Watershed Protection team oversees the City’s programs for industrial wastewater pretreatment, recycled water, and maintains regulatory compliance for the Regional Water Quality Control Plant which serves Palo Alto, Mountain View, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, East Palo Alto Sanitary District, and Stanford University.
The Opportunity: The City seeks an energetic and resourceful individual with proven project management experience, a strong knowledge of water pollution prevention and the environment, and experience in science-based public education and outreach.
The Ideal Candidate:The ideal candidate for our Watershed Protection Program is a dedicated environmental steward with a strong background in project implementation. A collaborative communicator, who excels in engaging diverse stakeholders and fostering partnerships to achieve goals. Has a passion for public education, with a creative and inclusive approach to outreach. Additionally, is committed to continuous learning and stays informed about emerging trends and best practices in watershed protection, contributing to the sustainable management of our precious natural resources.