East Oakland Air Quality Project Coordinator

General Position Summary

Since 2022, CBE has collaborated with the Bay Area Air District (BAAQMD) as a Co-Lead on the development of the East Oakland Community Emissions Reductions Plan (CERP) or the Right to Breathe: East Oakland Community Air Quality Justice Plan as part of California Assembly Bill 617. A CERP empowers environmental justice communities to develop a coordinated and place-based roadmap to improve air quality and reduce pollution. The East Oakland Air Quality Project Coordinator will lead CBE’s engagement in the CERP implementation process in East Oakland.

Responsibilities

• Development and maintenance of a project management workplan
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date invoicing
• Presenting concepts of local government programs, laws, and policies and information on polluting sources in East Oakland through creative, accessible formats
• Conducting research and policy analysis to inform and strengthen CERP implementation
• Facilitating collaboration and gathering feedback through an iterative process with staff and community members
• Supporting the East Oakland Community Steering Committee quarterly, ad-hoc and sub-committee meeting logistics and facilitation

Requirements

• Ability to represent our organization’s values, priorities, and goals before agency staff and community organizations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience and requirements: Proficient in Microsoft and Google suites (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, GoogleDocs, Google Sheets, etc.), at least 2 years of experience in managing projects with diverse stakeholders, background in social justice, planning and/or environmental justice; knowledge of, or willingness to learn about, Environmental Justice issues in East Oakland, 2-3 years of experience with community outreach and engagement, working knowledge of GIS software and tools (ArcGIS, QGIS, Google Earth, etc.), at least 2 years of experience in facilitating public meetings and engaging in difficult conversations, ability to work some evenings and weekends

Specific Job Skills

• Ability to represent our organization’s values, priorities, and goals before agency staff and community organizations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to conduct research and policy analysis in a variety of contexts that connect to air quality such as: urban planning, zoning, renewable energy, transportation, etc.
• Ability to facilitate collaboration and gather feedback through an iterative process with staff and community members
• Strong Facilitation and agenda setting skills

Compensation

• This is a contract-based position paid at an hourly rate of $38.57/hour, with an average expected workweek of 40 hours.
• The East Oakland Air Quality Project Coordinator will receive CBE’s comprehensive benefits package, including a generous vacation and leave policy; fully-paid premiums for medical, vision, and dental insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; and a flexible spending plan.
• CBE pays full premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee, spouse or domestic partner, and any dependents.

To Apply

Please complete our online application no later than July 27, 2026. You will be asked to upload a cover letter, resume, and three references.