Government & Community Relations Regional Officer

California State University-Dominguez Hills; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Dominguez Hills is seeking a Government and Community Relations Regional Officer to cultivate strategic relationships with external stakeholders, nonprofits, and local government, and to design outreach programs that elevate the university’s visibility and advocate on its behalf.

Under the general direction of the AVP of External Relations, the incumbent develops outreach strategies at local and regional levels, implements engagement programs, and may support civic

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in a related field.
• Five years of progressively responsible professional experience in government relations, community relations, or public affairs.
• Valid CA Driver License.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement community and government engagement activities that support university priorities by building partnerships with community organizations, nonprofits, business organizations, and local government representatives.
• Coordinate engagement efforts with key regional partners and stakeholders in support of university initiatives and government relation activities; assists with government advocacy.
• Oversee coalitions of community, nonprofit, and business organizations around common interest areas with the university.
• Monitor community issues and stakeholder concerns, analyze potential impacts to university initiatives, and provide updates and recommendations to the AVP of External Relations.
• Gather and evaluate community feedback to identify emerging issues, inform outreach efforts, and support the development of engagement activities.

Skills

Public administration

Relationship building

Public affairs

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public administration, political science, communications, public relations, business administration, or related field

Job description

Job Search Category/Discipline

• Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services 1

Time Basis

• Full Time 1

Government & Community Relations Regional Officer

Job no: 562906
Work type: Staff
Location: Dominguez Hills
Categories: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Administrative, Probationary, Full Time

Working Title: Government & Community Relations Regional Officer

Department Name: Government & Community Relations

Division: University Advancement

Classification Title: Administrative Analyst/Specialist Exempt III

Classification Salary Range: $6,382 - $9,297 per month

The anticipated hiring range for this position is $6,382 (step 1) - $7,478 (step 9) per month.

The final salary is dependent upon qualifications and experience.

Why Join CSUDH?

The Office of Government and Community Relations is dedicated to building mutually-beneficial partnerships with business, government, and community-based organizations. In this role, we are committed to developing a climate in which CSUDH is viewed as the educational centerpiece of the South Bay region, worthy of investment and support from members of the greater community.

Position Summary:

Under the general direction of the Associate Vice President of External Relations, the Government and Community Relations Regional Officer is responsible for cultivating and maintaining strategic relationships with external stakeholders, including nonprofit organizations, the campus community, and may assist with local elected officials on behalf of the university. The incumbent designs and executes a range of initiatives that promote, elevate, and enhance the visibility of California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH). The incumbent develops outreach strategies at both the local and regional levels, implementing engagement programs, partnership initiatives, special events, community meetings, and assists with government advocacy that align with university priorities and foster support among community leaders and other external partners. Additionally, the incumbent may inform the Vice President of University Advancement, the Associate Vice President of External Relations, and other university leadership on key issues, initiatives, and opportunities that advance CSUDH’s mission in the areas of community engagement and public outreach. In accordance with Assembly Bill 963 (2020), the incumbent will serve as the primary lead on the university's civic engagement committee and voter engagement activities. The incumbent will lead the university's voter engagement committee and work with systemwide plans for all major elections as the civic and voter empower coordinator for the campus.

This position will require occasional evenings, weekends, and travel.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement community and government engagement activities that support university priorities by building partnerships with community organizations, nonprofit agencies, business organizations, and local government representatives.
• Coordinate engagement efforts with key regional partners and stakeholders in support of university initiatives and government relation activities; assists with government advocacy.
• Oversee coalitions of community, nonprofit, and business organizations around common interest areas with the university.
• Monitor community issues and stakeholder concerns, analyze potential impacts to university initiatives, and provide updates and recommendations to the AVP of External Relations.
• Gather and evaluate community feedback to identify emerging issues, inform outreach efforts, and support the development of engagement activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in public administration, political science, communications, public relations, business administration, or a related field.
• Experience: Five years of progressively responsible professional experience in government relations, community relations, public affairs, stakeholder engagement, or a related field. Experience should include building partnerships with external organizations, coordinating programs or initiatives, and researching or analyzing issues to develop recommendations.
• Valid CA Driver License

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Extensive and in-depth knowledge of and ability to apply expertise in the advanced theories, principles, methods and practices associated with the functional specialty, program, and/or organizational unit, including applicable internal policies and procedures and pertinent laws and regulations.
• Laws and regulations are highly complex and require substantial judgment and discretion in interpreting and applying them to the specialty or program area.
• Substantial and broad knowledge of public and private entities including their organizational and operating structures, internal systems, and functional areas, as well as the impact of critical external entities on an organization.
• Ability to integrate and apply this knowledge to anticipate problems and assess the impact of proposed solutions on various organizational areas.
• Ability to interpret and integrate complex data and information to formulate appropriate courses of action which have broad and far reaching impact.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree from an accredited university.
• 6-7 years progressive work-related experience; previous experience at a university level.
• Knowledge of event management.
• Working knowledge of educational policy, experience in relationship building, cultivation, and stewardship; experience in community support building in greater LA County and in communities in and around CSUDH.

General Information:

• Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance and State Law.
• In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• California State University Dominguez Hills is not currently sponsoring staff or management positions for H-1B employment visas.
• The CSU system offers a competitive total compensation benefits package for employees and qualifying dependents, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and tuition assistance. It is our goal to compensate employees equitably and fairly. You can access a full description of our benefits here .
• Possession of a valid Driver's License is required. Employees in this position will be enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Government Employer Pull Notice Program.

Closing Statement

California State University, Dominguez Hills, is strongly committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce. Individuals with disabilities requesting accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may call the Human Resources Office at [phone].

California State University Dominguez Hills is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status.

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended.

Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

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Advertised: 05 Oct 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: 19 Oct 2026 Pacific Daylight Time