Community and Regional Relations Advisor

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory; Livermore (CA); Hybrid; USD 202,000 - 253,000; Full time

Job summary

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) seeks a Community and Regional Relations Advisor to advance engagement with Tri-Valley and surrounding communities. The role spans local government, business and civic leaders, coordinating with federal/state teams and educating officials on LLNL's science initiatives.

The position requires a DOE Q‑level clearance, U.S. citizenship, and the ability to work in a hybrid setting with some days at home.

Qualifications

• Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.
• Experience working with local government, business and civic leaders and community organizations.
• Ability to communicate the value of science and technology to diverse audiences.
• Knowledge of local and regional governmental structures and decision-making processes.

Responsibilities

• Have primary responsibility for the Laboratory’s local and regional community and government relations operation, including developing and implementing engagement plans.
• Coordinate with OGEA’s federal and state government engagement operations as appropriate.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key local elected officials and their staff, educating them on LLNL initiatives.
• Provide community relations support to environmental cleanup and sustainability programs.
• Lead in facilitating responses to local government, business, and community information requests.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve complex issues to meet Laboratory goals.
• Represent LLNL in local organizations, community settings, and events.

Skills

DOE Q clearance

Stakeholder engagement

Policy analysis

Public outreach

Education

Bachelor's degree in political science, public policy, government relations, or related field

Job description

Community and Regional Relations Advisor

Mid-Senior Level | Full-time
Executive | Livermore, CA | 08/28/2026
Reference #: REF8764H
Job Code: EXS.1 Executive Staff 1
Organization: Office of the Director
Position Type: Career Indefinite
Security Clearance: Anticipated DOE Q clearance (requires U.S. citizenship and a federal background investigation)
Drug Test: Required for external applicant(s) selected for this position (includes testing for use of marijuana)
Medical Exam: Not applicable

Join us and make YOUR mark on the World!

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing impact advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security and promote global stability.

Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow. With a culture built on innovation and operational excellence, LLNL is a place where your expertise can make a real impact.

Job Description

We're looking for a Community and Regional Relations Advisor to support Laboratory efforts within the local and regional community. The Office of Government and External Affairs (OGEA) Community and Regional Relations Manager, in consultation with OGEA and Laboratory senior management, works to enhance the Laboratory’s profile and participation in the Tri-Valley, San Joaquin Valley, and surrounding regional communities by building and maintaining relationships with local government, business and civic leaders, as well as key community and philanthropic stakeholder organizations. The Laboratory’s engagement priorities with local and regional communities are in support of a broad array of individual and team-led initiatives. This position is responsible for helping the Laboratory manage, sustain, and potentially increase local and regional engagement. This position is in the Director’s Office.

This position will require a blend of in-person, onsite and in-community, as well as virtual presence. You will have the flexibility to work from home one or more days per week.

You will

• Have primary responsibility for the Laboratory’s local and regional community and government relations operation, including proactively developing and implementing comprehensive and strategic engagement plans and providing counsel and advice on challenging, critical or highly visible issues of regional significance.
• Coordinate with OGEA’s federal and state government engagement operations as appropriate.
• Develop and maintain close working relationships with key local elected officials and their staff, including helping to educate them on Laboratory scientific and technological initiatives and capabilities that could support the area’s scientific, technological, and innovation ecosystems.
• Provide community relations support to programs responsible for the Laboratory’s environmental cleanup and sustainability efforts, often in coordination with the Office of Strategic Communications.
• Provide leadership in facilitating responses to local government, business, and community requests for information regarding scientific, research or other related Laboratory operations, programs, and initiatives.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve complex issues to meet key Laboratory goals and objectives.
• Evaluate opportunities for LLNL to support the region’s community, industry, and philanthropic ecosystems, as well as strategic partnership opportunities for LLNL programs and initiatives.
• Represent LLNL in a broad range of local organizations, community settings, and events.
• Help coordinate local government, industry, and community stakeholder visits to the Laboratory, including tour agenda.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.
• Bachelor’s degree in political science, public policy, government relations, or a related field, or the equivalent combination of education and related professional experience.
• Ability to work independently or with minimal guidance, while closely coordinating with management and peers within your organization and across the Laboratory.
• Ability to understand and effectively communicate the value of science, technology, and research to diverse audiences.
• Knowledge of local and regional governmental structures and decision-making processes and experience working in or with local or regional government offices, community organizations, and members of the public.
• Experience monitoring and analyzing public-policy, regulatory, environmental, and/or community issues.
• Demonstrated ability to apply the concepts of building and maintaining effective relationships with external organizations to achieve institutional goals and objectives, including influencing and negotiating on matters of significance to the Laboratory.
• Expert problem solving and decision-making skills necessary to independently advise, counsel, recommend, and develop solutions to politically sensitive and/or high-visibility matters.
• Expert oral, written, and communication skills, as well as collaboration and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications We Desire

• Knowledge of LLNL and its mission, structure, and programs.
• Knowledge of or experience working with Department of Energy and/or National Nuclear Security Administration organizations, and their mission, structure, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of Federally Funded Research and Development Center rules and regulations.

Pay Range

$202,290- $253,212

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting; pay will not be below any applicable local minimum wage. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Additional Information

#LI-Hybrid

Position Information

This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates.

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

• Included in 2026Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!
• Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)

This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance. If you are selected, wewill initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if youmeet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship.

Pre-Employment Drug Test

External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.

Wireless and Medical Devices

Per the Department of Energy (DOE), Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory must meet certain restrictions with the useand/or possession ofmobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on your job duties, you may be required to work in a Limited Area whereyou are not permitted to have a personal and/or laboratory mobile devicein your possession. This includes, but not limited to cell phones, tablets, fitness devices, wireless headphones, and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices.

Ifyou useamedical device, whichpairs with a mobile device,you must still follow the rules concerningthe mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas. Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities requireseparate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings.

We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.

Reasonable Accommodation

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