Alameda Creek Watershed Center Programs and Operations Manager (0922) – Natural Resources and Lands Management Division (Sunol, CA) – SFPUC (167137)

Company Description 9/11/2026: This Job Ad has been amended to extend the closing date of application submissions to September 25, 2026. If you qualify, you are encouraged to file an application as soon as possible. If you have already applied to this specific recruitment, you do not need to apply again. 8/31/2026: This Job Ad has been amended to extend the closing date of application submissions to September 9, 2026.

If you qualify, you are encouraged to file an application as soon as possible. If you have already applied to this specific recruitment, you do not need to apply again. This is a Position-Based Test conducted in accordance with CSC Rule 111A. Application Opening Date: August 25, 2026 Application Filing Deadline: Application filing will be open at least through September 25, 2026 at 11:59PM (PDT), and will close any time thereafter Location: 505 Paloma Way, Sunol, CA 94586 Recruitment ID: PBT-0922-167137/ RTF0167136-01122585 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 https://www.sfpuc.org/ . 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  here . Job Description 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.

The 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 in order to continue providing high-quality and reliable drinking water to our customers. About the Position The Programs and Operations Manager provides daily oversight, leadership and strategic direction for the Alameda Creek Watershed Center (ACWC) , advancing its mission as a hub for public education, community engagement, and watershed stewardship.

This position oversees daily operations, including the establishment of clear policies and procedures that support safe, consistent, and high quality operations. The Manager supervises staff and volunteers, fostering a high performing and inclusive team environment. The Manager will be a visible, approachable, and supportive leader who builds trust, develops staff, encourages collaboration, and fosters a positive workplace culture where employees and volunteers can thrive.

This position is responsible for overseeing the development of high quality educational and interpretive programs, and ensuring a welcoming and meaningful experience for all visitors. The