Strategic Public Affairs Account Lead

OPR Communications; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Job summary

OPR Communications in San Diego is seeking an Account Supervisor to lead day‑to‑day client work and guide a team through complex public affairs challenges. You will be the primary contact for multiple accounts, shaping strategy and programs to advance client goals.

The role emphasizes building relationships with policymakers and media, managing budgets, and mentoring junior staff while delivering high‑quality communications in a fast-paced public affairs environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in PR/communications/public affairs or related field.
• 5–7 years in agency, campaign, media or public affairs work.
• 2–5 years at Senior Account Executive level or equivalent.
• Track record of managing high-visibility client accounts.
• Performance-focused bonus plan.
• Health, life, dental and vision benefits.

Responsibilities

• Outreach and communications: manage coordinated outreach with the public, media and local governments.
• Client counsel and management: serve as the main contact for multiple clients, advise on strategy and programs.
• Relationship building: cultivate relationships with local, regional and state leaders, officials and media.
• Project management: oversee budgets, monthly projections and billings to keep work on time and on budget.
• Team leadership: supervise and mentor junior staff and foster a collaborative environment.
• Quality control: review written and visual work for quality in fast-paced settings.
• Business development: identify growth opportunities within existing accounts and support new business efforts.
• Industry awareness: stay current on California public policy issues and client industries.
• Managing up: keep supervisor and leadership informed and aligned.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Drive & initiative

Client readiness

Exceptional writing

Execution & organization

Work ethic

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Political Science, Journalism or a related field

Job description

OPR Communications in San Diego is seeking an Account Supervisor to lead day‑to‑day client work and guide a team through complex public affairs challenges. You will be the primary contact for multiple accounts, shaping strategy and programs to advance client goals.

The role emphasizes building relationships with policymakers and media, managing budgets, and mentoring junior staff while delivering high‑quality communications in a fast-paced public affairs environment.