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Chief Communications and Public Affairs Officer
City of Santa Monica
City Manager
Location
Santa Monica, California, 90401
Salary
Not specified
Type
Full Time
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January 20, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves leading the city's communications and public affairs efforts, including creating strategies to promote city programs, building relationships with community groups and government partners, and supporting the city leadership on key initiatives.
It's ideal for an experienced professional who enjoys fast-paced work, excels at building networks, and is passionate about making a positive impact on local communities.
The role oversees teams in areas like media, branding, and policy, reporting directly to the city manager.
Key Requirements
- Extensive experience in strategic communications, public affairs, or government relations
- Proven ability to develop and implement integrated communications plans
- Strong skills in stakeholder engagement, including with community groups, intergovernmental agencies, and elected officials
- Leadership experience managing teams in communications, media relations, marketing, or policy divisions
- Excellent relationship-building and collaboration abilities in a fast-paced environment
- Bachelor's degree or higher in communications, public administration, or related field (implied for senior role)
- Knowledge of legislative platforms, city branding, and public policy support
Full Job Description
Chief Communications & Public Affairs Officer
City of Santa Monica, California
Annual Salary: Up to $258,756 (salary range under review)
The Chief Communications and Public Affairs Officer serves as a trusted strategic partner to the City Manager and the City’s executive leadership team, providing high-level, complex administrative support for high-priority initiatives.
This role works at the intersection of policy, operations, and community engagement, managing the City’s legislative platform, supporting the City Council, and collaborating regularly with intergovernmental agencies, neighborhood groups, and key community stakeholders.
A central responsibility of this role is to develop, implement, and evaluate an annual, integrated strategic communications plan that strengthens the City’s brand identity, broadens awareness of major events, programs, priorities, and projects, and elevates the visibility of key messages across diverse stakeholder audiences.
This role is for a forward thinking, relationship-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is motivated by meaningful, citywide impact.
The position reports to the City Manager and serves as an integral member of the City Manager’s Office, while overseeing staff in the Policy & Legislative Affairs and Communications divisions, which include CityTV, Marketing/Branding, and Media Relations.
View the full recruitment brochure here:
BrochureSALARY AND BENEFITS
The salary range for this position is currently under review and is anticipated to be up to $258,756/annually, PLUS a competitive benefits package.
HOW TO APPLY
For consideration, apply ASAP and no later than midnight on Monday, January 19, 2026. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt.
Candidates are strongly encouraged to apply early, as final interviews may be scheduled before the stated deadline.
To be considered for this opportunity, upload cover letter, resume and a list of six professional references using the “Apply Now” feature at www.tbcrecruiting.com
QUESTIONS?
Contact Recruiter for Details:
Tina White, COO & Senior Recruiter
619-948-1786
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