Infrastructure Officer

The Infrastructure Officer strengthens internal systems and operations across Agency Operations, Finance, Strategic Planning and Project Management, and Human Resources. This role works closely with the Deputy CEO to turn strategic priorities into actionable plans, improving project delivery, organizational effectiveness, and equity across the agency. 

Strategy & Projects 

• Collaborate with the Deputy CEO in setting strategic goals and developing project design, implementation, and evaluation 
• Use data to track outcomes and refine plans 
• Use research and analysis to improve programs, integration and operations 
• Support operationalizing equity and organizational change 

Operations 

• Align daily work with strategic priorities 
• Ensure high-quality project deliverables 
• Identify risks and implement solutions 

Communication & Collaboration 

• Foster cross-team coordination 
• Prepare and review reports and materials 
• Represent the Deputy CEO in meetings and initiatives 

Leadership & Development 

• Support staff growth and accountability 
• Promote continuous learning and improvement 

Minimum Qualifications: 

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: 

• 6 years of progressively responsible full time experience in program/project management and implementation and a Bachelor’s degree* public policy, public health, business administration or related field. 
• A Master’s degree may be substituted for an additional year of required experience. 
• Management consulting experience a plus  
• Preferred: experience in a public organization and analytical experience (budget, data, other) 

*A degree is not required and additional relevant work experience may be substituted to meet the college degree standard.  

Knowledge of: 

• Principles and practices of program and project management and implementation 
• Principles and practices of leadership, management, and training 
• Principles and practices of systems thinking and/or systems change 
• Principles and practices in the field of early childhood and systems of care 
• Principles and practices of the use of data for continuous improvement and decision-making 
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary internal and external partners 
• Principles of equity, social, racial, and economic justice 
• Cross-cultural sensitivity 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Office 365 preferred) and familiarity with Smartsheet 

Ability to: 

• Translate vision into a wide variety of short- medium- and long-range plans. 
• Effectively project manage complex projects and initiatives involving multiple deliverables, deadlines and interested parties. Plan and organize work to ensure organizational and project goals are achieved. 
• Write persuasively and distill complex technical information into concise and compelling content. 
• Provide leadership, analytically solve problems, and effectively organize, coordinate, and supervise professional and administrative staff in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. 
• Define and address complex problems requiring the analysis of multiple variables or situations; collect, synthesize, and analyze information; consider alternatives; and draw valid conclusions. 
• Build capacity of staff through a range of learning approaches and modalities to improve programmatic processes and outcomes. 
• Demonstrate cultural awareness and sensitivity in a variety of contexts. 
• Work in a multidisciplinary team setting 
• Exercise sound judgment within broadly defined practices and procedures to create and select appropriate strategies and make and carry out effective decisions. 
• Read, analyze and interpret common professional publications, policy documents, financial reports and related business documents and information. 
• Promote teamwork and integration within and across the agency. 
• Thrive in fast-paced environment and adapt quickly to changes in agency operations and work assignments. 

Please note: 

• We are currently working a hybrid 2 to 3 days per week in-office schedule and employees also come to the office to attend meetings and as requested.  
• All First 5 employees must live and work in California.  
• The salary range for this position is $126,500 to $182,000 and as an independent government agency, the posted salary is the set salary range for this position. We cannot offer salaries above this posted range. 
• We conduct reference and background checks for all potential employees.  

About First 5 Alameda County 

First 5 Alameda County believes every child in Alameda County should have optimal health, development, and well-being to reach their greatest potential. Through innovative programs and policy advocacy, we help provide children and their families access to resources that support their first five years of development. 

Join our mission-driven team that in partnership with the community, supports a county-wide continuous prevention and early intervention system that promotes optimal health and development, narrows disparities, and improves peak years of child development. 

First 5 Alameda County Benefits 

We offer a comprehensive benefits package with health care options to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. These benefits include but are not limited to Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage, $1,500 credit per year to spend on benefits, Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Employer Paid & Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Retirement Plans including the ACERA Pension Plan, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Plan and more. 

We also offer paid vacation, paid time off and sick time. We have 17 paid holidays including the week between Christmas Day and New Year's Day as paid time off. 

Salary : $126,500 - $182,000