Manager, Community Affairs, West Region

Clearway Energy Group; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Clearway Energy Group is looking for a Community Affairs Manager in San Diego, California, to foster relationships with local communities and stakeholders in California and Nevada. This role involves advocacy, community engagement, and managing communications efforts to support a large portfolio of projects.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and over 4 years of experience in public relations, with strong organizational and communication skills. This position offers a salary between $125,000 and $160,000 and various benefits.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in public relations or community organizing.
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage sensitive subjects.
• Strong connections in California and/or Nevada.

Responsibilities

• Act as the ambassador for Clearway across California and Nevada.
• Build and maintain relationships with local government and stakeholders.
• Develop and implement community benefit plans with local teams.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Public relations

Problem-solving

Teamwork ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in government, communications, or journalism

4+ years of relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)

CRM tools (Borealis, Salesforce)

Job description

What The Role Is

At Clearway, we care deeply about our relationship with the communities that host our plants. We’re seeking a Community Affairs Manager to help us maintain and grow those relationships in California and Nevada. The successful candidate will have the ability to foster positive relationships with a wide range of individuals and organizations, an understanding of the cultural and political landscape of the Western U.S., and excellent organizational, communication, and writing skills. Reporting to the head of Clearway’s External Affairs function in the West, the candidate will be the principal ambassador for the organization in the region, supporting a large portfolio of projects in operations and development.

What You'll Be Doing

• Act as the ambassador for Clearway across California and Nevada, shaping and implementing the company’s vision within local communities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local government officials, labor unions, business organizations, advocacy groups, tribal governments, and other project stakeholders.
• Participate in advocacy and engagement efforts with state and local elected officials and agencies to support project permitting and policy priorities.
• Maintain relationships with plant managers, technicians, construction managers, project developers, and key landowners.
• Cultivate community partnerships and develop and implement community benefit plans in collaboration with local site teams and developers.
• Organize open houses, tours, and other events to build goodwill and share information with the community.
• Represent Clearway at relevant local events and activities.
• Craft effective messaging and develop communications materials, including social media posts, fact sheets, PowerPoint presentations, op‑eds, and more.
• Respond to inquiries from community members and other interested parties when needed.
• Manage social media content plans and virtual groups to enhance the company’s online profile. Create and maintain a contact database.

What You'll Bring

• Self‑starter, responsible, communicative, active listener, problem solver with strong interpersonal skills and teamwork ability.
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage sensitive subjects with tact, kindness, and professionalism.
• Strong and deep connections in California and/or Nevada, preference for the Central Valley or inland Southern California.
• 4+ years of experience in public relations, community organizing, campaigns, lobbying/government affairs, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in government, communications, journalism, or related field, or 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Proven success engaging elected officials, policymakers, media, public, and local residents.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel frequently across the region.

What Would Be Nice

• Experience with customer relationship management tools such as Borealis and Salesforce.
• Experience in the energy industry and familiarity with clean‑energy policies, regulations, and permitting processes.

Clearway will not sponsor non‑immigrant visas for this position.

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Salary range: $125,000 – $160,000 USD per year. This role is eligible for an annual cash bonus based on personal and company performance goals.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSAs).
• Paid time off, including vacation and holidays.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Life and accident insurance, fertility and adoption assistance, and generous parental leave.
• Other benefits such as commuter benefits and relocation assistance for eligible employees.

EEO Statement

Clearway Energy is an equal‑opportunity employer. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities. For accommodation requests, please contact [e-mail].

Location: San Diego, California