City and County of San Francisco

Youth Commission Advisor (#1130)

$32.80-$39.88 Hourly / $5,685.00-$6,912.00 Monthly / $68,224.00-$82,940.00 Yearly


Definition

Under general administrative supervision, performs routine technical and professional entry-level activities, including but not limited to acting as an advisor to the Board of Supervisors and the Mayor on the effects of legislative policies, needs, assessments, priorities, programs, and budgets concerning the children and youth of San Francisco. Facilitates the awareness of the commission and the public on matters relevant to youth. Responsible for community outreach and public relations to include special projects that promote the awareness of youth, and issues related to children and youth.

Supervision Exercised

Exercises supervision over volunteer staff, youth interns, and one full time staff member in support of youth and related issues.

Examples of Important and Essential Duties

According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties described below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

1. Tracks, researches, interprets and ensures compliance with legislation, such as, the Brown Act, Sunshine Ordinance, and other legal requirements; supports, trains, and acts as a resource person to assist Youth Commissioners in achieving their legislative and community-bridging goals.

2. Lobbies the Board of Supervisors, the Mayor and city departments to educate them on the needs of the children and youth of San Francisco, such as juvenile crime prevention, job opportunities for youth, recreational activities and educational opportunities.

3. Develops collaborative relationships with all youth-related government and community agencies such as fraternal orders, service clubs, associations, churches, businesses, and youth organizations.

4. Acts as a liaison for the Board of Supervisors to the community on all matters relating to children and youth; identifies the needs of children and youth through personal contact with young people, school officials, church leaders and others.

5. Conducts community outreach in which both youth and adults are encouraged to participate; facilitates youth input to the Board and is responsible for public relations activities such as press releases, press conferences, etc.

6. Acts as a resource to educate commissioners on existing social, economic, educational, and recreational programs for children and youth; makes recommendations and comments on youth-related matters before the Board.

7. Responsible for management of a small office and budget, special projects and events, and supervision of office staff, volunteers and interns.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of: children and youth-related issues in the areas of education, employment, recreation and violence; legislative process, program planning and implementation; group facilitation, training, and leadership development.

Ability to: interpret legislation; lobby the Board of Supervisors, the Mayor and city departments; develop collaborative relationships; work with Youth Commissioners to develop their personal and collective leadership capabilities; work with volunteers and youth on projects; manage small budget and office; organize special events; interact positively with youth; work independently.

Experience and Training

Any combination of training and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities may be qualifying. A typical way to obtain this would be: Training: Equivalent to the completion of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university. Experience: Minimum one (1) year working with youth organizations.

Disaster Service Workers

All City and County of San Francisco employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

CLASS: 1130; EST: 1/1/1900; REV: 1/1/1900;