ABOUT US:

The East Bay Regional Park District is a system of beautiful parklands in Alameda and Contra Costa counties to the east of San Francisco. The system comprises 73 parks spanning across 126,809 acres; 1,250 miles of trails; 55 miles of shoreline. We manage and preserve natural and cultural resources for all to enjoy and protect. The regional parks are ideal for healthful recreation and environmental education. Learn about our Mission and Vision,History, and our contributions to the United Nations 17 Sustainable Development Goals.

OUR MISSION:

EBRPD preserves a rich heritage of natural and cultural resources and provides open space, parks, trails, safe and healthful recreation and environmental education. An environmental ethic guides the District in all of its activities.

OUR VALUES:

• Respect – We honor the land we steward, each other, and the park visitors we serve.
• Resilience – We creatively adapt to change. We address challenges with empathy, perspective, and determination.
• Relationships – Our greatest strength lies in the trust, accountability, and teamwork we cultivate with our colleagues, partners, and the public we serve.
• Responsiveness – We communicate openly, honestly, and reliably.
• Transparency – We hold the public's trust through meaningful stakeholder engagement and access to timely and reliable information on decisions and performance.

WHY WORK FOR EBRPD?

• Working with a purpose for a better world today and for future generations through the preservation of open space, public access to the outdoors, and a commitment to the conservation of the natural world found east of the San Francisco Bay across 33 cities in Alameda and Contra Costa counties.
• A community of colleagues who are passionate about public service and the East Bay Regional Park District, the communities it serves, and its mission.
• Excellent benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending, and pension benefits through California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). Click here for details regarding additional benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development.
• Free on-site parking.
• Free parking permit for EBRPD parks (for up to 2 privately owned vehicles)
• Employee discounts for certain EBRPD park amenities (reservations, daily fishing permit, public boat launch).

THE OPPORTUNITY:

The Park District is recruiting for an experienced Website Designer in Public Affairs. This position is at the Park District’s Administrative Office, 2950 Peralta Oaks Ct., Oakland. The hiring pools established from this recruitment will be used to fill the current and additional vacancies that may occur during the one-year life of the hiring pools.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

This position reports to the Communications and Outreach Manager, or designee. This is not a supervisory class. Under general supervision, oversees operational activities of Park District website with attention to content design, and maintenance, to provide accessible information for all website visitors; and performs related duties as assigned.

IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Effective in working with a dynamic Public Affairs team to optimize public information through the East Bay Regional Park District’s website (and peripheral platforms) to improve park user experience, including increasing accessibility and hospitality to diverse communities that may have real or perceived barriers/impediments that affect their decision to enjoy outdoor activities/parks.
• Expert in day-to-day administration of the District’s website. Oversee, produce, and/or update webpages, copy, images, audio-video files, maps, and other assets.
• Capable collaborator, working closely with staff across all divisions to strategize and implement complex online projects with efficient prioritization and clear communication to ensure timely, quality, accurate, visually engaging, accessible deliverables.
• Proactive and communicative, keen ability to develop and implement new/innovative online experience or interactive functionality for various platforms and devices catering to different user groups on mobile, desktop, etc.
• Creative implementor of strategies to leverage District’s key messages and grow web visitations.
• Proficient presenter of meaningful reports on web analytics and evaluations.
• Experienced in all industry-standard software, programs, and platforms and excited to stay on the cutting edge of such technologies. (i.e. HTML/ CSS/ JavaScript/ XML/TML Drupal, other CMS; Photoshop/ video/audio software, and social media platforms and algorithms).
• Open-minded and full of ideas!

Minimum Qualifications:

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education:

• Associate Degree with major course work in Computer Science, Information Systems, communications, or related field, and

Experience:

• Two (2) years’ experience in the design, development, and project management of websites using web application development tools and content management systems.
• Experience with CMS is highly desirable.

Additional Information:

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be able to pass a Level 1 background check, which includes employment history verification, employee reference check, education verification, and criminal history review.

Application materials for these positions consist of two (2) required parts:

1. A current East Bay Regional Park District application submitted online, and
2. Completed supplemental questions

Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least one (1) hour to submit your application if you are a new user to the system. If you have previously applied on GovernmentJobs.com, please take care to update your existing profile. Applications are accepted online only. Our online application system is provided by NeoGov. If you encounter problems while applying online, please contact NeoGov Help Desk toll-free at (855) 524-5627.

Notification: All applicants will be notified of the disposition of their application via email, generally within two to three weeks after the closing date. You may also sign into your GovernmentJobs.com account to view your current application status and notifications.

Selection Process: The application materials for all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be reviewed by a screening panel to select the best qualified for testing or interview. The District reserves the right to set up a written test, performance test, and/or other assessment procedures before or after the interview process. Possession of minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview or invitation to test. Pursuant to the Federal Immigration and Reform Act of 1986, all applicants who are hired will be required to provide proof of identity and appropriate work authorization documents prior to commencement of employment.

Union Affiliation: East Bay Regional Parks Employees, Local 2428, American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME), AFL-CIO, represents this classification. Wages, hours, and other terms of conditions of employment are covered in an Agreement between the Park District and Local 2428. The probationary period for this classification is nine (9) months.

Internal Promotions: Placement shall be made at the first step in the salary range for the new position (Step A) unless the salary rate at Step A of the new position is less than a 5% increase. In such instances, the employee will be placed at a step in the new salary range that ensures at least a 5% increase.

Special Testing Arrangements: If you require special arrangements due to a verified disability or medical condition, please contact the Human Resources Department at (510) 544-2154.

Tentative Date of Examinations:

September/October 2024

Equal Opportunity Employer:

• The East Bay Regional Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects a diverse workforce and community. It is committed to promoting an equitable and inclusive workspace that is welcoming to all. Applicants from all backgrounds and life experiences are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.