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Careers by Empowering Futures, Building Communities

Imagine going to work each day knowing that your efforts positively impact individuals and communities. As a global movement and the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, the YMCA of Greater San Francisco offers more than just a job-we offer a career with a future and the opportunity to make a lasting difference in your community. At the Y, you can uncover your passion and build a lifelong career addressing some of the nation's most pressing social issues.

Our Organizational Culture

At the YMCA of Greater San Francisco, we are committed to demonstrating values that aim to building strong communities where you can Be, Belong and Become. With Truth & Courage, we strive to understand and act on individual and societal truths. We ensure a safe and inclusive environment with Authenticity & Accessibility, allowing everyone to participate according to their needs. Our approach is Dependable & Creative, as we respond to community needs through strong partnerships. Above all, we embody Dignity & Empathy, treating everyone with respect and compassion, and recognizing the inherent dignity in all individuals.

Working through the YMCA of San Francisco, the SF Children & Nature (SFCN) Coordinator supports San Francisco Children & Nature, a cross-sector collaborative that works to address disparities in nature access across socioeconomic and racial lines. Since its founding, SFCN has brought together over 40 city agencies and nonprofit organizations to expand access to nature in early education, schools, neighborhoods, and citywide public spaces to ensure that all children in San Francisco have daily opportunities to play, learn, and grow in nature.

The SFCN Coordinator plays a pivotal role in implementing this vision by supporting governance bodies and working groups, facilitating cross-sector collaboration, tracking impact, and advancing the strategic plan. This helps grow the Children & Nature movement and mobilize engagement among stakeholders, partners, and the public.

This role requires strong leadership, operational excellence, and the ability to collaborate effectively across organizations. The ideal candidate brings a strategic mindset, strong relationship-building skills, and a hands-on approach to coordination, communication, and implementation in a collaborative, equity-driven environment.

SFCN is collaboratively funded and governed through an Executive Council and Steering Committee which includes representation from the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department, the San Francisco Unified School District, the Department of Early Childhood, the Presidio Trust, the YMCA of Greater San Francisco, the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, and the California Academy of Sciences.

The SF Children & Nature Coordinator reports directly to the Director of SF Children & Nature (SF Recreation & Parks Department) and works closely with the Steering Committee, Work Groups, and other key stakeholders.

Coordination & Governance Support

• Facilitate communication and collaboration among partner organizations within a collective impact framework.
• Schedule and manage logistics for Steering Committee and working group meetings; onboard new members and maintain meeting records.
• Prepare agendas, materials, and outcomes documentation to support strategic alignment and progress tracking.
• Maintain CRM database (Airtable) to track stakeholder engagement and contacts.

Strategic Implementation & Project Management

• Support the implementation of strategic goals as outlined by the SFCN Steering Team and collaborative.
• Track key performance indicators and support data collection and reporting efforts.
• Provide coordination support for collaborative programs and events that activate natural areas and parks with a focus on equity.
• Document and share lessons learned and best practices from local and national nature connection initiatives.

Communication & Stakeholder Engagement

• Produce and distribute monthly SFCN newsletters and other stakeholder communications.
• Manage and update the SFCN website, online event calendar, and social media platforms.
• Represent SFCN at community meetings, conferences, and public events.
• Support outreach and storytelling efforts that build momentum and deepen community engagement.

Capacity Building & Community Events

• Organize workshops, training sessions, and action team convenings for partners, educators, and community members.
• Support the planning and delivery of public events, family nature outings, and community-led initiatives in Environmental Justice communities.
• Contribute to grant proposals, reports, and donor communications as needed.

Evaluation & Continuous Improvement

• Support collection, analysis, and use of data to assess program effectiveness.
• Develop impact reports for funders, partners, and city agencies.
• Identify opportunities for learning, innovation, and systems change.

Work Environment and Physical Demands
This position operates in a professional office (or home office) environment with frequent use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and printers. The role requires prolonged periods of sitting, as well as occasional standing, walking, and lifting of materials up to 15 pounds. The SFCN coordinator may occasionally travel to city locations or attend community events, which may include evening or weekend hours. A hybrid work schedule may be available based on organizational needs.

Disclaimers

Must successfully complete a background screening, including criminal and employment verification. Some positions may also require a credit check.

All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions, subject to reasonable accommodation. The YMCA promotes an equal employment opportunity workplace, which includes reasonable accommodation for otherwise qualified disabled applicants and employees. Please contact your manager if you have any questions about this policy or these job duties.

This job description may not be all-inclusive, and employees are expected to perform other duties as assigned by management. Job descriptions and duties may be modified by management as needed.

Job offers are conditional and contingent upon background clearance. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and CA Fair Chance Act, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment.

Salary Description

The SFCN Coordinator position offers a part-time rate of $35 - $45 per hour. Based on experience, qualifications, and alignment with salary benchmarks for similar roles. Compensation is in accordance with grant funding approval and program budget requirements.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience in program coordination, community engagement, or partnership management.
• Experience applying principles of equity and inclusion in program or community settings.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, including written, verbal, and digital communication.
• Proficiency with CRM platforms (e.g., Airtable), Google Workspace, and project management tools.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Spanish, Cantonese, or other language proficiency is a plus.
• Familiarity with local communities, parks, and the environmental education landscape in the San Francisco area.