Public Affairs & Communications Strategist

Los Angeles County Development Authority; Alhambra (CA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

The Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA) is seeking a seasoned Public Affairs and Communications Officer to lead strategic communications, legislative monitoring, and media coordination. The role directs agency-wide communication strategies, public information, and advocacy efforts to advance LACDA’s mission and priorities.

Under OPAC, you will manage CPRA responses, plan press content, and collaborate with internal leadership and external partners to maintain consistent messaging.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, political science, public administration, or closely related field.
• Five (5) years of professional experience in communications, marketing, public information/public affairs, governmental and legislative affairs, including one (1) year of supervisory experience.
• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License to be maintained throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership across legislative analysis, public information, and media coordination for LACDA.
• Direct the development of agency-wide communication and marketing strategies.
• Oversee legislative monitoring, analysis, and advocacy; direct intergovernmental relations and Board liaison functions.
• Manage media relations and public information functions; respond to CPRA requests.
• Plan and implement press releases, digital content, brochures, and social media posts; coordinate interviews for the Executive Director.
• Prepare staff reports and oversee documentation and records; support annual reporting and budgets.

Skills

Public affairs

Public relations

Marketing communications

Legislative affairs

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA) is seeking a seasoned Public Affairs and Communications Officer to lead strategic communications, legislative monitoring, and media coordination. The role directs agency-wide communication strategies, public information, and advocacy efforts to advance LACDA’s mission and priorities.

Under OPAC, you will manage CPRA responses, plan press content, and collaborate with internal leadership and external partners to maintain consistent messaging.