Community Development & Local Workforce Specialist

San Francisco Public Utilities Commission; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) seeks a 9772 Community Development Specialist to monitor PLA-covered capital projects and support local and hyperlocal worker referrals. This role collaborates with CityBuild Academy and regional community development organizations to promote public service career opportunities.

The position involves reviewing PLA documents, analyzing quarterly data, and coordinating with labor unions, project management, and community partners to ensure

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Degree with specific combinations of experience as listed; Master’s or JD qualifies; substitutions allowed for education with applicable experience; applicants must meet by filing date.

Responsibilities

• Provides attendance at PLA-related meetings (PreBid, PreCon, PreJob, Project Labor Plan) and supports worker referral activities.
• Conducts site visits to monitor worker participation and journeyman/apprentice ratios.
• Analyzes PLA documents and shares data to improve worker referral efforts.
• Identifies barriers to employment and suggests improvements to training and outreach programs.
• Attends job fairs and community events to promote local opportunities on SFPUC projects.
• Provides information and support to citizen committees and community organizations.
• Maintains database management of worker referrals in coordination with CityBuild and OEWD CityBuild personnel.
• Performs related duties including monitoring compliance with Local Hire and First Source Hiring requirements.

Job description

San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) seeks a 9772 Community Development Specialist to monitor PLA-covered capital projects and support local and hyperlocal worker referrals. This role collaborates with CityBuild Academy and regional community development organizations to promote public service career opportunities.

The position involves reviewing PLA documents, analyzing quarterly data, and coordinating with labor unions, project management, and community partners to ensure