State Government Relations Lead

Embarc; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

embarc is seeking a Government Relations Associate to help run our government affairs and community engagement programs in California. You will coordinate meetings, materials, filings and follow-through to turn strategy into results, and serve as a day-to-day contact for community partners and local stakeholders.

Based primarily in Sacramento with frequent travel across the state, the role reports to the Director of Government and Public Affairs and supports entitlement, regulatory, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Affairs/Relations, Political Science, or related field.
• At least one year of professional experience in government, advocacy, or related field.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines and stakeholders.
• Strong writing skills.
• Meticulous organization and follow-through.
• Comfort with public speaking and engaging with stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel throughout California and maintain a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate meetings, briefings, and site visits with local officials and community stakeholders.
• Administer Embarc's community giving model: intake, tracking, disbursement, and reporting on community investment by jurisdiction.
• Maintain government affairs calendar: hearing dates, permit and license renewal deadlines.
• Build and maintain stakeholder records (contacts, histories, notes, files).
• Prepare presentations, briefing memos, public comment packets, letters of support.
• Staff public meetings, community events, outreach; capture takeaways and track commitments.
• Gather community intelligence from local media and stakeholders; flag developments.
• Draft and distribute public affairs materials (op-eds, letters to the editor, etc.).
• Support initiatives strengthening community bonds (sponsorships, volunteer days, partner programs).
• Frequent travel to jurisdictions across California to represent Embarc.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Public speaking

Project management

Organizational skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Affairs/Relations or related field

Job description

embarc is seeking a Government Relations Associate to help run our government affairs and community engagement programs in California. You will coordinate meetings, materials, filings and follow-through to turn strategy into results, and serve as a day-to-day contact for community partners and local stakeholders.

Based primarily in Sacramento with frequent travel across the state, the role reports to the Director of Government and Public Affairs and supports entitlement, regulatory, and