Director of Governmental Relations and Strategic Engagement

Director of Governmental Relations and Strategic Engagement

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Work type: Management (MPP)
Location: Monterey Bay
Categories: MPP, Administrative, At-Will, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $9,261 to $10,416
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* CSUMB provides pay scales representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for this position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, and CSU systemwide pay for comparable jobs.

Priority Screening Date: December 7,2025
Recruitment Status: Open Until Filled

California State University, Monterey Bay is a mid-sized university in California’s Central Coast that grants undergraduate and graduate degrees. Powered by an inspiring Founding Vision Statement , CSUMB is part of the nation’s largest four-year public university system,
California State University , which educates nearly 460,000 students every year.

With a vibrant, diverse student body of over 7,000 students, CSU Monterey Bay is both a Minority Serving Institution and a Hispanic Serving Institution. Our staff and faculty transform students’ lives with a focus on student success and engagement through experiential learning, service learning, and a strong emphasis on multicultural and global perspectives. CSUMB’s sustainability goal is to be carbon neutral by 2030.

The university’s Strategic Plan prioritizes inclusive excellence through recruiting and investing in developing a diverse body of faculty, staff and administrators. Many appreciate living and working close to the shores of beautiful Monterey Bay, with easy access to recreational areas from Big Sur to Santa Cruz. Nearby opportunities for collaborative research include working in the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary and Silicon Valley, and with colleagues at local research universities, including UC Santa Cruz and Stanford University.

As one of the 23 campuses in the CSU system, CSUMB offers excellent benefits, including access to below-market-rate rental housing on East Campus, and competitive salaries for faculty and staff. With proximity to the San Francisco Bay Area and San Jose, opportunities for faculty, staff and students are as endless as the shores of the nearby Pacific Ocean.

Under the general supervision of the Vice President of University Advancement with collaboration from Cal State Monterey Bay Vice Presidents, the Director of Government and External Relations is responsible for representing the university to a wide range of external constituencies on issues that affect the support of the mission of the campus. The position requires sound judgment, confidentiality, knowledge of political processes and broad experience with university operations and community networks.

Consequences of error may critically affect the university's image, budget, and external support.

Position responsibilities include direct contact with external individuals and groups to inform them of campus needs and issues and to advocate on behalf of the campus. Contact will be with regulatory agencies, governmental bodies, and elected and appointed officials at the local, state, and federal levels as well as with community groups, media, alumni, faculty, and campus and systemwide administration. Works with the Vice President for Advancement and members of the President’s Cabinet to design and implement a comprehensive government relations and external affairs strategy that ensures CSUMB’s public policy positions and community partnerships are effectively articulated to elected and appointed officials at all levels.

Provides continuous updates and information to CSUMB's senior leadership team and Cabinet. In collaboration with University Advancement, represents CSUMB on external relations issues and with media.

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