Chief Communications and Public Affairs Officer Job at City of Santa Monica, Santa Monica, CA

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  • City of Santa Monica
  • Santa Monica, CA

Job Description

Chief Communications & Public Affairs Officer

City of Santa Monica, California

Annual Salary: Up to $258,756 (salary range under review)

View the full recruitment brochure here: Brochure

Salary and Benefits

The salary range for this position is currently under review and is anticipated to be up to $258,756 annually, PLUS a competitive benefits package.

Responsibilities

The Chief Communications and Public Affairs Officer serves as a trusted strategic partner to the City Manager and the Citys executive leadership team, providing high-level, complex administrative support for high-priority initiatives. This role works at the intersection of policy, operations, and community engagement, managing the Citys legislative platform, supporting the City Council, and collaborating regularly with intergovernmental agencies, neighborhood groups, and key community stakeholders. A central responsibility of this role is to develop, implement, and evaluate an annual, integrated strategic communications plan that strengthens the Citys brand identity, broadens awareness of major events, programs, priorities, and projects, and elevates the visibility of key messages across diverse stakeholder audiences. This role is for a forward thinking, relationship-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is motivated by meaningful, citywide impact. The position reports to the City Manager and serves as an integral member of the City Managers Office, while overseeing staff in the Policy & Legislative Affairs and Communications divisions, which include CityTV, Marketing/Branding, and Media Relations.

How to Apply

For consideration, apply ASAP and no later than midnight on Monday, January 19, 2026. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. Candidates are strongly encouraged to apply early, as final interviews may be scheduled before the stated deadline. To be considered for this opportunity, upload cover letter, resume and a list of six professional references using the Apply Now feature at

Questions?

Contact Recruiter for Details:

Tina White, COO & Senior Recruiter

619-948-1786

tina@tbcrecruiting.com

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Job Tags

Work at office, Immediate start, Night shift,

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