Paid Internship
San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) Natural Resources and Lands Management Division, Alameda Creek Watershed Center
About the Natural Resources and Lands Management Division
The Natural Resources and Lands Management (NRLM) Division within the Water Enterprise of the SFPUC is responsible for the management of approximately 61,000 acres of Bay Area watershed lands under SFPUC ownership as well as 150 miles of utility right-of-way. NRLM Division is responsible for managing, protecting, restoring, and monitoring the ecological resources on these lands and environmental compliance for the operations and maintenance of the Hetch Hetchy Regional Water System which serves 2.7 million customers. We are committed to responsible natural resources management that protects and restores viable populations of native species and maintains the integrity of the ecosystems that support them for current and future generations. We strive to become a leader in science-based and collaborative environmental stewardship to continue providing high-quality and reliable water supplies to our customers. The NRLM Division of the Water Enterprise of SFPUC currently has an opening for a 9922 Public Service Aide, “Naturalist Aide.” This position will evolve based on the needs of our newly constructed and soon to open Alameda Creek Watershed Center.
About the Alameda Creek Watershed Center
The Alameda Creek Watershed Center (ACWC) is a new interpretive center in the Alameda Creek watershed by the town of Sunol. The ACWC showcases the natural, cultural, scenic, and recreational resources of the Alameda Creek watershed via interpretive exhibit halls, a 2.5-acre Watershed Discovery Garden that features the plant communities of the watershed, and the historic Sunol Water Temple. The ACWC also offers a window into the current and historic culture of the local Muwekma Ohlone Tribe.
Description of Duties and Learning Objectives
Initially, the selected candidate will assist in the development of school programs for 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders, weekend interpretive programs, and our volunteer program. Once the Center opens, we’ll begin implementing those programs and supporting visitor’s services, such as greeting, registration, and answering questions. The candidate chosen will be part of a team developing and piloting new programming as well as helping to set up administrative structures including purchasing supplies and other day-to-day operational duties.