Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance general knowledge of public affairs and strategic communications strategies and tools; monitor relevant media trends.
• Spearhead public affairs/strategic communications key client account activities, work deliverables and strategic planning; be independently accountable for implementation of public affairs strategies.
• Lead client meetings; develop and present proposals, strategic plans, client memos/correspondence, and deliver client performance reports.
• Manage media, legislative, and stakeholder relationships on behalf of clients.
• Work directly with and pitch to reporters and media; draft and disseminate press releases, fact sheets, news advisories, and social content.
• Contribute to the firm's culture, through agency initiatives & events to support a collaborative and collegial work environment.
• Support the supervision and delegation of tasks to junior staff including but not limited to tracking news clips, maintaining and updating key client files, documenting client updates, and other essential client support activities; oversee quality of work deliverables.
• Perform other duties as needed to achieve departmental and company goals.

Requirements

• A minimum of 3-5+ years of experience in public affairs, government affairs/lobbying, journalism, or related experience
• Proven success in implementing and executing against strategic communications programs
• Industry knowledge and experience, including a broad knowledge of concepts related to multiple industries, such as: energy, higher education, public health, tourism, technology, health care, insurance and transportation
• Strong knowledge and understanding of California's political and public affairs environment, regulatory issues, and the news media
• Demonstrate social and digital media enthusiasm and have proven success delivering innovative ways to leverage the latest trends and platforms
• Proven track record of implementing/executing strategic communications programs
• Ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects and collaborate with senior level staff
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills (e.g., verbal, written, and over the phone)
• Superior organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Preferred

• Agency experience, specifically in public affairs/public policy, is highly preferred
• Bachelor's degree with a major in public affairs, government relations, journalism, or related degree field

Benefits

• Unlimited vacation policy and 6 sick days
• Competitive Medical/Dental/Vision coverage for employees and families
• 401K plan with traditional and Roth options
• $100 monthly phone stipend and company paid parking
• Company paid basic life insurance of $50,000, long-term disability, and short-term disability coverage
• Professional development, mentoring, and community engagement opportunities
• Access to a wide range of health and well-being resources and services including telephonic counseling, legal advice, and other services