Air Quality Data Analyst

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Title: Air Quality Data Analyst

Salary: $36/hr-$45/hour-salary commensurate with experience

Job Type: Part-time, Temporary

Benefits: Sick leave accrual  

Duration of Appointment: Est. 2 months from start date

Location/Schedule: Hybrid, with potential for remote. For remote consideration, the individual must be California-based and able to be on site for their first day; Estimate 10 hours/week

About the Position: This role is a part-time, temporary position (10 hours/week)  that will help assist with our air quality data work in the areas identified below.

Air Quality Data 

  • Work with the Program Manager to provide support in bridging the technical components of our air quality data work and helping to translate that information for the general public and community members, including into written materials, presentations, and reports

  • Evolve Brightline's air quality program to the next generation and help prepare for us for the next level of grantmaking.

  • Review and assess our current air quality data and network to identify opportunities for expansion or new directions, as well as any gaps, and communicate those findings to the team. This includes researching other air quality data programs and materials and providing written recommendations/report.

  • Collaborate with Brightline staff, partners and volunteers who are working on analyzing our air quality data. 

  • Participate in meetings related to our air quality work, including with vendors and other key partners.

  • Drafts, reviews and analyzes air quality data and other documents; conducts inquiries, compiles and researches information.

  • Additional program support as needed-could include supporting site visits, off site community meetings, air quality sensor network maintenance, etc. 

General Support:

  • Provide grant support including with  any progress report deliverables, looking for documentation, helping to track deadlines, follow up with partners, etc.

  • Assist Brightline team members with other projects as needed

Required Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities:

  • 3-5 years of related experience, including some direct work with environmental mapping

  • Experience with utilizing ArcGIS 

  • Experience with R, modeling or other coding languages 

  • Familiarity utilizing Google Suite, Canva (or other design software)

  • Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills

  • Ability to work with data and identify trends and areas where further data points or analysis are needed

  • Ability to translate and bridge the technical components of the data analysis and findings to those not in the field, including individuals in the community

  • Ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders and take and incorporate feedback/input

  • Outstanding relationship-building skills, as well as ability to adapt communication style

  • Must demonstrate strong organizational skills, ability to adapt and must be detail oriented.

  • Desire to learn more about Brightline’s work

  • Passion for working in environmental justice

  • Desire to work with diverse communities and neighborhoods in San Francisco

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

  • Masters or PhD in related field 

  • Experience with Tableau or other data visualization software

  • Experience with website coding

  • Spanish, Cantonese, or Arabic language skills

  • Experience working with community-based organizations and or low-income communities

How to Apply

Please email a short cover letter, resume, and three references (preferably direct supervisors and include e-mail and a phone number for each) to caro@brightlinedefense.org with the subject line “Air Quality Data Analyst Application – [Your Name].” Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with first round of interviews occurring the week of December 1, 2025, until the position is filled.

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