Director of Civic Information & Community Infrastructure

The California Endowment; California; Hybrid; USD 173,000 - 259,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision plan

Flexible spending accounts

Hybrid schedule

Paid time off

401k with match

Job summary

The California Endowment seeks a Director of Communications & Civic Information Infrastructure to lead statewide strategies that strengthen community infrastructure, civic participation, and narrative power across California. The role emphasizes equity, collaboration, and strategic investments, reporting to the VP for Strategic Communications & Narrative.

This hybrid position requires on-site presence in multiple California offices and close coordination with community partners, philanthropic

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in a relevant field (communications/public policy/public administration) or equivalent.
• 10+ years of progressively responsible experience in strategic communications, public policy, community development or related fields.
• Experience managing teams and budgets within philanthropic, nonprofit, or public sector settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of the community infrastructure strategy across California.
• Oversee a multi-disciplinary team and partner with internal and external stakeholders.
• Advance learning, field-building, and partnerships to strengthen civic participation and systemic change.
• Represent The Endowment in field-building and thought leadership efforts.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Public policy understanding

Community engagement

Leadership

Communication & storytelling

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications/public policy/public administration or related field

Job description

The California Endowment seeks a Director of Communications & Civic Information Infrastructure to lead statewide strategies that strengthen community infrastructure, civic participation, and narrative power across California. The role emphasizes equity, collaboration, and strategic investments, reporting to the VP for Strategic Communications & Narrative.

This hybrid position requires on-site presence in multiple California offices and close coordination with community partners, philanthropic