Executive Director, Public & Government Affairs

Strategic Government Resources, Inc.; Oregon City (OR); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Clackamas County seeks an executive to serve as Director of Public and Government Affairs, guiding public communications, community engagement, and collaboration with elected officials. This role operates on the county's Executive Management Team, advancing legislative priorities and building strong stakeholder relationships.

The ideal candidate will bring expertise in government relations, public policy, strategic communications, and community engagement, with the presence to advise senior

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in government communications and public affairs.
• Ability to translate complex policies into clear recommendations.
• Strong relationships with elected officials and partners.
• Experience guiding cross-department teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee public communications, community engagement, and collaboration with elected officials and partners; advance legislative priorities.
• Report to the County Administrator; lead Government Affairs, Communications, and Community Engagement.
• Balance long-term strategy with immediate needs; advise leaders on complex issues; manage sensitive matters.
• Strengthen communications strategy, expand public engagement, modernize programs, and connect residents with county government.
• Lead teams, cultivate talent, foster collaboration, and navigate ambiguity to drive policy and engagement.

Skills

Public sector communications

Government relations

Strategic communications

Community engagement

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Job description

Clackamas County seeks an executive to serve as Director of Public and Government Affairs, guiding public communications, community engagement, and collaboration with elected officials. This role operates on the county's Executive Management Team, advancing legislative priorities and building strong stakeholder relationships.

The ideal candidate will bring expertise in government relations, public policy, strategic communications, and community engagement, with the presence to advise senior