Southwest Strategies Group · 22 hours ago
Manager, Public Outreach
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $115K/yr
5+ years expSouthwest Strategies Group is seeking a full-time Manager to join their San Jose team. The Manager will provide strategic support to clients by developing tailored communication strategies and overseeing comprehensive communications plans, ensuring proactive engagement and visibility of client initiatives.
AdvertisingMarketingPublic Relations
Responsibilities
Oversee assigned client accounts as a point of contact, providing strategic support and representing SWS at meetings, tours, and events
Act as a client representative to deliver presentations, facilitate community briefings, and lead project tours
Maintain a deep understanding of client goals, priorities, and project activities to ensure proactive, informed communication support
Develop and oversee comprehensive communications plans that integrate media, digital, stakeholder, and community engagement strategies
Participate in and often lead internal strategy sessions, providing guidance and recommendations to align client direction with agency best practices
Identify opportunities to enhance visibility and public understanding of client initiatives
Partner with clients and creative teams to develop compelling, on-brand content across platforms—social media, web, advertising, video, and collateral
Oversee creation and approval of key materials such as press releases, newsletters, presentations, and fact sheets
Ensure all content aligns with client messaging, tone, and communication objectives
Lead the planning and execution of public meetings, tours, and community events, ensuring seamless coordination, vendor management, and stakeholder outreach
Provide on-site leadership during major events, serving as an agency representative
Guide junior team members in logistics, research, and event documentation
Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, community partners, and media contacts
Direct field outreach and community engagement efforts, ensuring clear tracking and reporting of results
Prepare and present reports summarizing outreach metrics, media performance, and social media analytics
Mentor and guide junior staff, fostering professional growth and high-quality work output
Identify and pursue opportunities to expand client services and contribute to business development initiatives
Additional responsibilities as required
Qualification
Required
5+ years of previous Public Affairs or Community Relations experience required
Experience managing project team of 2-3 employees
Preferred
Previous public relations agency experience preferred
Experience with transportation clients or projects preferred
Benefits
No-cost medical plan
Dental
Vision
FSA
3 weeks PTO
14 paid holidays
401(k) profit sharing
Professional development stipend
Internal training programs
Company wellness stipend for ClassPass
Mentorship from experienced professionals
Opportunities to connect with some of the region’s most influential stakeholders
Company events and celebrations
Employee recognition program
Company
Southwest Strategies Group
Southwest Strategies Group is one of the most respected, recognized and successful public outreach and communications firms in the Western United States.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Palladium Equity Partners
2022-12-01Private Equity
Leadership Team
Jennifer Wahl
Chief Operating Officer
Ben Boyce, APR
Senior Vice President and Partner
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