Vice President, Public Outreach - Transportation
Southwest Strategies GroupSan Diego, California, United States • South Gate, California, United States
Posted May 14, 2025
140000 - 180000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Southwest Strategies Group is a public outreach and communications firm based on the West Coast, specializing in government relations, media relations, and community outreach for clients in transportation, energy, water, and sustainable living sectors. They develop tailored outreach strategies to educate, motivate, and shape community futures, delivering services such as public outreach, crisis management, and digital advocacy.
Job Description
Southwest Strategies Group is seeking a Vice President and Transportation Business Line Lead to guide client strategy, drive business development, and shape the firm's transportation vision. This role requires a strategic thinker with expertise in public outreach and infrastructure communications. The leader will support business growth, mentor team members, and forge strategic partnerships. Internally, this position will support business growth and be focused on building a team.
Requirements
- 15+ years of relevant experience in transportation public outreach/public affairs or a related field
- 10+ years of agency experience OR 5+ years of agency experience and 10+ of in-house experience with a local or state transportation agency
- Bachelor's degree in a related field
- Proven ability to manage large projects and small teams
- Strong project management skills
- Active efforts to better the business and focus on individual advancement
- Ability to generate high-quality business leads
- Management of two or more significant client accounts
- Supervision of a team of staff
- Experience as a direct supervisor of more than three staff
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Comprehensive Benefits Package
