Government Affairs Manager jobs in Bakersfield, CA

Government Affairs Manager implements strategic plans and oversees engagement objectives to develop and maintain productive relations with all levels of government authorities that will support and enhance the businesses' goals. Manages teams that build relationships and liaise with government entities(federal, state, provincial, or local) that regulate or influence business activities. Being a Government Affairs Manager performs ongoing monitoring and analysis of proposed legislation, emerging issues, and trends to determine the potential impact on the organization. Collaborates with industry groups and organizations with complementary objectives to achieve objectives. Additionally, Government Affairs Manager creates communication vehicles and delivers messaging to inform and support business leaders. Requires a bachelor's degree in public policy, public administration, business or equivalent. Typically reports to a director. The Government Affairs Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Government Affairs Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Public Affairs and Communications Manager-Police
  • City of Bakersfield, CA
  • Bakersfield, CA FULL_TIME
  • Class Summary

    Under general direction, plans, develops, implements, and organizes comprehensive communication, branding, crisis communications and marketing strategies for the Police Department; plans, designs, writes, edits, and produces public informational materials, community outreach campaigns, and online content; coordinates efforts with community groups, City departments, and a variety of committees to foster community support for department operations and activities; plans organizes, promotes and increases awareness of law enforcement operations, services, events, and programs; and performs related work as assigned.

    Representative Duties

    The following typical tasks and responsibilities are representative of this class. They are descriptive, not limiting.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES:


    • Plans, develops, implements, and organizes the Police Department’s communications, public information, public relations, and community outreach strategies and activities;
    • Advises command staff on communication strategies and implementation;
    • Develops and administers the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for the section;
    • Facilitates programs for citizens designed to achieve a greater level of participant understanding of policing;
    • Selects and appoints section staff and provides for their morale, productivity, and professional development;
    • Develops and administers marketing information for staff, community organizations, and general media inquiries;
    • Monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures;
    • Coordinates, trains and aligns inter-departmental program functions to ensure consistent communication and engagement;
    • Develops short- and long-range planning to meet current and future marketing, event, outreach, and engagement needs;
    • Plans, coordinates, and conducts events, presentations, and educational programs with the community;
    • Collaborates with City staff, departments and divisions to communicate and market programs and services;
    • Represents the department effectively in meetings with commissions, community groups, governmental bodies, the media, and the public;
    • Provides guidance to staff on communicating difficult and complex matters;
    • Directs and recommends the selection and the purchase of materials, equipment, and contractual services;
    • Develops strategies for existing program expansion;
    • Administers and maintains the department’s website and social media accounts;
    • Oversees the production of all written material, media and graphics posted on the department website and media accounts; develops, reviews, edits, and authorizes content;
    • Prepares and presents comprehensive analytical and statistical reports that present and interpret data, identify alternatives, and present and justify conclusions, forecasts, and recommendations based on data summaries and other findings.

    Minimum Qualifications

    Training & Experience:


    • A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in communications, public relations, marketing, journalism, public relations, or a closely related field; AND
    • Four (4) years of increasingly responsible program experience, including experience in employee supervision and program development and implementation. OR
    • An equivalent combination of training, education, and experience, which will provide the capabilities to perform the described duties.
    Knowledge of:
    • Marketing and brand management principles, photography, advertising, target clients, community assets and events, graphic design, production, and printing techniques;
    • Practices of public administration; organization and operation of municipal government;
    • Methods and techniques of social media use; principles, trends, methods, and techniques used in customer service, public relations, public information, and program education and promotion;
    • Principles and practices of leadership, motivation, team building, and conflict resolution;
    • Methods of program evaluation, policies, and operational needs related to area of assignment;
    • Principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management;
    • Principles and practices of public relations, including understanding of requirements of various media;
    • Techniques and methods used in development and evaluation of communications;
    • Advanced principles in the applications business writing including spelling, grammar, and punctuation;
    • Event planning from idea conception to publicizing, to event execution;
    • Organization, services, and functions of municipal government; and
    • Principles and practices of public speaking.
    Ability to:
    • Provide professional leadership and direction in matters involving marketing, branding, and public relations;
    • Positively represent Bakersfield by coordinating and assisting in marketing efforts, special events, branding, department initiatives, and public relations;
    • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
    • Coordinate multiple activities with conflicting deadlines;
    • Obtain, analyze, evaluate, and draw logical conclusions from relevant data.
    • Update and maintain various website and/or social media;
    • Organize and prioritize multiple timelines and project schedules in an effective and timely manner;
    • Exercise tact, diplomacy and political acumen in dealing with sensitive political, public policy, and community situations;
    • Create a cohesive and comprehensive approach to marketing and branding;
    • Utilize computer systems and related software program including word processing, spreadsheet, database, and graphics applications;
    • Plan, organize, develop, and implement marketing strategies aimed at promoting the department’s public image between various internal and external stakeholders, such as City staff, City Council, citizens, and media outlets; and
    • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, media representatives, community organizations, staff, and volunteers.
    Licenses, Certificates, and Special Requirements:
    • Possession of a valid California Class “C” driver’s license.
    • Must be able to pass a police background check.
    Physical Conditions or Special Working Conditions:
    • Standard office environment and working conditions;
    • Must be able to drive a vehicle for work-related events and duties as assigned;
    • May include nights, weekends, and holidays.

    Distinguishing Characteristics

    The Public Affairs and Communication Manager is a single incumbent class that functions as a program leader within the Police Department, responsible for marketing, brand management, crisis management and public information requests and communications.


    Full Summary of Benefits by Bargaining Unit:

    • Blue & White Miscellaneous Unit
    • Fire Safety Unit
    • Police Safety Unit
    • General Supervisory & Management Unit (coming soon)
    VACATION: Accrual rate is determined by bargaining unit.
    1-4 years of service: 10 days per year.
    5-13 years of service: 15 days per year.
    14 years of service: 20 days per year.

    VACATION - FIRE SAFETY SHIFT PERSONNEL ONLY:
    1-4 years of service: 4.68 (24-hr. duty shifts)
    5-15 years of service: 7.02 (24-hr. duty shifts)
    16 years of service: 9.36 (24-hr. duty shifts)

    HOLIDAYS: 13 paid holidays per year.

    SICK LEAVE: Earned at the rate of one working day per month of service to a maximum of 120 days; portions therafter may be convertible.

    ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE: 10 days per year for General Supervisory and Management employees.

    INSURANCE: The City and the employee share contributions for premiums for health insurance coverage. The City provides life insurance benefits based on bargaining unit. Visit the City's Employee Benefit website for detailed information (rates and plan information).

    RETIREMENT: Benefits are provided by the City's participation in the Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS). 2% @ 62 for new hire Miscellaneous and 2.7% @ 57 for Safety (Fire & Police). Visit the City's Retirement website for additional information.

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Executive Secretary, Government Relations & Development
  • Kern Community College District
  • Bakersfield, CA FULL_TIME
  • Executive Secretary, Government Relations & DevelopmentKern Community College DistrictSalary: $3,827.80 - $5,408.58 MonthlyJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: FY23-2400695Location: Bakersfield, CADepartmen...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Armed Security Officer- Federal Government Contract
  • MaxSent
  • Bakersfield, CA FULL_TIME
  • MaxSent is actively hiring candidates for Armed Protective Security Officer positions in the Central California area- Bakersfield Bakersfield, Campbell, Daly City, Delano, Fresno, Gilroy, Hanford, Mad...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Electrical Commissioning Engineer
  • Parsons Government Services Inc.
  • Ridgecrest, CA FULL_TIME
  • In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career worki...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Commissioning HVAC/Mechanical Specialist
  • Parsons Government Services Inc.
  • Ridgecrest, CA FULL_TIME
  • In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career worki...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Certified Phlebotomy Technician
  • Ansible Government Solutions
  • Bakersfield, CA FULL_TIME
  • OverviewAnsible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is currently recruiting PRN (Per Diem) Phlebotomists to support VA operations at the Bakersfield VA Clinic located at 1801 Westwind Dr, Bakersfield,...
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Insurance Inspector-Loss Control
  • Insurance Risk Services, Inc.
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • Entrepreneurs Wanted! Are you tired of working for someone else? Have you thought about building a business for yourself...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Licensed Insurance Sales Producer
  • Evans Insurance Services Inc.
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • Company Description Evan's Insurance Services Role Description This is a full-time on-site role located in Bakersfield, ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Life Insurance Sales Agent
  • Hoiseth Agency
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • Compensation: 10K-15K Monthly (Uncapped) Schedule: Employee's choice Location: Work from Home!!! Work/Life Balance How a...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Independent Insurance Claims Adjuster in Bakersfield, California
  • MileHigh Adjusters Houston Inc
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • Exciting Opportunity for Aspiring Claims Adjusters! INDEPENDENT INSURANCE CLAIMS ADJUSTERS NEEDED NOW! Are you ready to ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Full/Part Time - Remote - Sales/Data Entry Agent
  • Jobconversion, LLC
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • Job Conversion, LLC is looking for both experienced and entry level sales reps who are also good at data entry. Work you...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Remote - Sales/Data Entry Agent Work From Home
  • Jobconversion, LLC
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • Job Conversion, LLC is looking for both experienced and entry level sales reps who are also good at data entry. Work you...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Remote Sales - Insurance Agent
  • The Sudhoff Agency
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • Are you looking to take your career in a new direction, or are you already a licensed insurance agent? At The Sudhoff Ag...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Life Insurance Sales Representative
  • Victory Financial Services
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Job Description: We are seeking a motivated and dedicated individual to join our team as...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Bakersfield is a city in and the county seat of Kern County, California, United States. It covers about 151 sq mi (390 km2) near the southern end of the San Joaquin Valley and the Central Valley region. Bakersfield's population is around 380,000, making it the 9th-most populous city in California and the 52nd-most populous city in the nation. The Bakersfield–Delano Metropolitan Statistical Area, which includes all of Kern County, had a 2010 census population of 839,631, making it the 62nd-largest metropolitan area in the United States. The more built-up urban area that includes Bakersfield and...
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