Communications Manager, State and Local

Google; New York (NY); On-site; USD 116,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Bonus target

Benefits

Job summary

Google is seeking a Communications Manager, State and Local to lead U.S. regional communications across multiple locations, including Mountain View, New York and San Francisco.

You will craft strategic plans, content, and campaigns to amplify Google’s public image. You will advise executives on communications, partner with Policy and Marketing teams, and manage local PR agencies while building relationships with journalists and creators to tell clear, local stories about Google’s technology and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 4 years of experience in public relations, media relations, or internal and executive communications with technology products or services.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute multi-state communication plans and scalable campaigns.
• Partner with Policy, Marketing, Cloud, and leadership to align messaging and guide local spokespeople.
• Cultivate relationships with regional journalists and creators to translate complex technology into simple, compelling local stories and press opportunities.
• Produce engaging press releases, blog posts, FAQs, statements, and creative social assets tailored to audiences.
• Drive proactive PR opportunities, support local crisis communications, and oversee campaign measurement and reporting.

Skills

Public relations

Media relations

Executive communications

Technology products

Travel

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience

Job description

Communications Manager, State and Local

Google Mountain View, CA, USA; New York, NY, USA; +2 more; +1 more

Mid

Experience driving progress, solving problems, and mentoring more junior team members; deeper expertise and applied knowledge within relevant area.

Applicants in San Francisco: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Mountain View, CA, USA; New York, NY, USA; San Francisco, CA, USA.

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 4 years of experience in public relations, media relations, or internal and executive communications with technology products or services.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience in managing policy and crisis communications.
• Experience in providing communications guidance to executives and devising proactive communications strategies.
• Understanding of, and interest in the technology, political and regional media space.
• Skilled in social media, digital trends and creator engagement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated commitment and passion for social impact.

About the job

As a member of the Global Communications and Public Affairs team, you will work cross-functionally to help communicate with journalists and other thought leaders; create specific communications materials and campaigns; and protect Google's reputation. You will understand complex issues and explain them in person and also via well written, simple blog posts, FAQs and more.

As a motivated and organized professional who takes initiative, you will join the Corporate Communications team and lead U.S. State and Local communications. You'll be responsible for creating strategic plans, content and campaigns based on business and policy priorities and narratives to amplify Google’s public image and build brand love across the U.S. and at the state and local level. You will be a trusted partner to leaders across the company, building consensus, and driving strategic alignment for cross-functional communications efforts across the U.S. You will understand policy and community issues and explain them clearly, concisely, and persuasively, both in person and in writing. You’ll also manage a network of local PR agencies.

• US: $116000 - $166000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits
• Equity is granted exclusively and discretionarily by Alphabet Inc. on the basis of an agreement concluded between you and Alphabet Inc. Alphabet Inc. is your sole contractual partner with respect to equity grants. GSU grants are not guaranteed, are discretionary, are subject to approval by the Alphabet Inc. board of directors or its delegate, the terms of the relevant Alphabet Inc. stock plan, and your grant agreement. They have no impact on statutory payments. Current or past grants do not confer an acquired right.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute multi-state communication plans and scalable campaigns highlighting key priorities like AI, education, and regional investments.
• Partner with Policy, Marketing, Cloud, and leadership to align messaging, manage agency partners, and guide local spokespeople.
• Cultivate relationships with regional journalists and creators to translate complex technology into simple, compelling local stories and press opportunities.
• Produce engaging press releases, blog posts, FAQs, statements, and creative social assets tailored to audiences.
• Drive proactive PR opportunities, support local crisis communications, and oversee campaign measurement and reporting.

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