Urban Habitat

Founded in 1989, Urban Habitat has advanced equity in the Bay Area by changing transportation investments, increasing housing options, and advocating for healthy and thriving built environments. We achieve our mission by shaping public policy, developing advocate leaders as decision makers, and building coalitions and coordinating campaigns to advance environmental, economic, and social justice in the Bay Area.

Program Manager of Equitable Development

The Program Manager of Equitable Development will support – through policy analysis, research, technical assistance, and advocacy – local and regional policy and advocacy campaigns that advance equitable development through land use, housing, and transportation rights. The Equitable Development Coordinator will also participate in local and regional coalition building and trainings, such as our Boards and Commissions Leadership Institute.

Job Qualifications

Education/Training/Experience and knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position:

Masters degree in urban planning, urban studies, environmental studies, economics, public policy, or equivalent experience.
At least three (3) years experience in public policy, public administration, public health, urban planning, community development, or social/environmental justice field.
Experience developing and leading successful policy campaigns and/or programs focused on environmental, social and/or economic justice.
Ability to build effective relationships with community, policy, labor and government stakeholders.
Knowledge and experience working on regional equity and climate policy, urban planning (land use and ProgramDevelopment climate preferred), and housing rights from an equity perspective.
Understanding of environmental, social, and economic justice issues and a demonstrated commitment to positively impact low-income communities and communities of color.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Urban Habitat is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, disability, gender, nationality, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited category. We strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ, and all qualified persons to apply for this position.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted by June 30, 2015. Interested candidates should e-mail a cover letter, resume, and three references to: jobs@urbanhabitat.org. Please put “Program Manager of Equitable Development” in the subject line of your email.