Account Supervisor

OPR Communications; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Job summary

OPR Communications in San Diego is seeking an Account Supervisor to lead day‑to‑day client work and guide a team through complex public affairs challenges. You will be the primary contact for multiple accounts, shaping strategy and programs to advance client goals.

The role emphasizes building relationships with policymakers and media, managing budgets, and mentoring junior staff while delivering high‑quality communications in a fast-paced public affairs environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in PR/communications/public affairs or related field.
• 5–7 years in agency, campaign, media or public affairs work.
• 2–5 years at Senior Account Executive level or equivalent.
• Track record of managing high-visibility client accounts.
• Performance-focused bonus plan.
• Health, life, dental and vision benefits.

Responsibilities

• Outreach and communications: manage coordinated outreach with the public, media and local governments.
• Client counsel and management: serve as the main contact for multiple clients, advise on strategy and programs.
• Relationship building: cultivate relationships with local, regional and state leaders, officials and media.
• Project management: oversee budgets, monthly projections and billings to keep work on time and on budget.
• Team leadership: supervise and mentor junior staff and foster a collaborative environment.
• Quality control: review written and visual work for quality in fast-paced settings.
• Business development: identify growth opportunities within existing accounts and support new business efforts.
• Industry awareness: stay current on California public policy issues and client industries.
• Managing up: keep supervisor and leadership informed and aligned.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Drive & initiative

Client readiness

Exceptional writing

Execution & organization

Work ethic

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Political Science, Journalism or a related field

Job description

OPR is a public affairs firm with offices in Riverside and San Diego. For more than 25 years, we have helped clients navigate complex governmental, regulatory and community decision-making. Our services include strategic communications, corporate reputation management, media relations and crisis communications. We serve clients in land use entitlement, local government, tribal affairs, gaming, healthcare, education, energy and utilities, and transportation.

OPR’s mission is grounded in a commitment to improve communities by aligning our clients’ goals with sound public policy. If that purpose speaks to you, we would love to hear from you.

As an Account Supervisor, you will step into a pivotal role from day one. You will serve as the day-to-day contact for multiple clients and manage the work of the team, helping to guide both through complex communication challenges to successful outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Outreach and Communications: Manage coordinated outreach and communications with the public, media and local governments
• Client Counsel and Management: Serve as the primary contact for multiple clients, counsel them on strategy, and recommend programs that advance their goals
• Relationship Building: Build relationships with local, regional and state opinion leaders, elected officials and media
• Project Management: Manage project budgets, monthly projections and billings to keep work on time and on budget
• Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor junior team members and foster a collaborative, supportive environment
• Quality Control: Review written and visual work for quality in fast-paced situations
• Business Development: Identify growth opportunities within existing accounts and support new business efforts
• Industry Awareness: Stay current on California public policy issues and client industries
• Managing Up: Keep your direct supervisor and firm leadership informed and aligned

Who we're looking for

• Leadership and presence: You lead client meetings with confidence and professionalism
• Strategic thinking: You know the difference between strategy and tactics and contribute to both
• Drive and initiative: You move accounts forward and anticipate what’s next
• Client readiness: Your materials and deliverables are polished and client-ready
• Exceptional writing: You craft compelling narratives and tell clear stories
• Execution and organization: You package ideas clearly, concisely and professionally
• Work ethic: You are passionate about our work, responsive and committed to strong results for clients

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Political Science, Journalism or a related field
• 5 to 7 years of experience in agency, campaign, media or public affairs work
• 2 to 5 years at the Senior Account Executive level or equivalent
• Track record of managing high-visibility client accounts
• Performance-focused bonus plan
• Health, life, dental and vision benefits