Manager, External Relations

Tracking Code

1458-367

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

California Resources Corporation (CRC) is an independent energy and carbon management company committed to energy transition. CRC is committed to environmental stewardship while safely providing local, responsibly sourced energy. CRC is also focused on maximizing the value of its land, mineral ownership, and energy expertise for decarbonization by developing carbon capture and storage (CCS) and other emissions-reducing projects.

CRC and its Aera subsidiary have a large portfolio of lower-risk conventional opportunities in the following major California oil and gas basins: San Joaquin, Los Angeles, Ventura, and Sacramento. CRC’s highly qualified workforce specializes in applying advanced technology to efficiently operate critical energy infrastructure under world-leading safety, labor, human rights, and environmental standards.

Position Overview

CRC’s External Affairs Department is seeking to fill a Manager, External Affairs position based in Long Beach, California. Reporting to the Senior Director of Communications, this position will also work with senior executives throughout the organization. The Manager will be a proactive member of the External Affairs team responsible for elevating the impact of CRC’s community outreach activity.

The Manager will be responsible for managing local media relations, external affairs, local government relations, executive engagement, and internal communications in Long Beach and Huntington Beach. The base annual salary for this posted position is reasonably expected to range from $125K to $155K, with a target annual bonus of 15% of base salary and eligibility to participate in our long-term incentive program. Individual pay decisions are based on several factors, including education, experience level, and relevant industry experience.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401k with Match
• Paid Holidays
• FSA, HSA

General External Affairs Support

Project Management

• Develop and lead in the Beach areas of the Los Angeles Basin, managing enterprise-wide projects that best position CRC across California.
• Implement long- and short-term External Affairs and Communications planning that supports key business initiatives.
• Plan and oversee all aspects of a project from start to finish.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and budget.
• Coordinate internal resources, including Subject Matter Experts, and third parties/vendors as appropriate.

Content Creation

• Draft internal/external news articles, facts, video, infographics, social media posts, etc.

Research

• Research industry and topical issues that impact CRC using publicly available information.
• Extract data and statistics from government and third-party reports and reputable websites, providing the team with data affecting company business objectives by region and industry sector.

Community Relations and Outreach

• Develop and maintain relationships with business and community leaders around CRC’s operations in Long Beach/Huntington Beach.
• Monitor and advise the External Affairs team and senior management on Long Beach/Huntington Beach public relations, government, and regulatory issues.
• Provide community relations/public relations support to the Legal, Tax, and senior management teams in local disputes (including litigation).
• Identify and coordinate local charitable giving and sponsorship opportunities, aligning with CRC’s three focus areas: Public Health, Safety, and the Environment; STEM/Job Training; Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I).
• Prepare the annual budget for the Los Angeles Basin, administer budget check requests, and track spending.
• Coordinate local sponsored events and ads; collaborate with People Operations (HR) to secure appropriate personnel to attend events.
• Promote charitable giving and employee volunteerism with media and community partners.
• Draft and submit internal news briefs for CRC Connect (intranet) on events, results, and media coverage.
• Serve as a CRC liaison to the community and ensure appropriate representation at community functions.
• Coordinate tours and presentations to community groups, political leaders, etc.
• Facilitate meetings between CRC representatives and community groups as needed.
• Represent CRC on coalitions, committees, and boards such as local colleges, chambers of commerce, etc.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with external affairs counterparts in the energy industry.
• Provide assistance to company representatives on Western States Petroleum Association (WSPA) and other committees.

Media Relations / External Communications

• Serve as the company spokesperson for CRC’s operations in the Los Angeles Basin.
• Handle local media inquiries, draft, and manage approvals of media statements and press releases.
• Lead local incident and crisis communication media relations; serve as the initial onsite communications lead.
• Coordinate and staff interviews with subject matter experts, draft briefing documents, talking points, and Q&A documents.
• Provide media relations recommendations to address key regional business issues.
• Monitor local news, track stories, and distribute them to the External Affairs team and senior management.
• Assist with CRC filming, photo shoots, and input for projects such as brochures, fact sheets, infographics, etc.

Local Government Relations

• Monitor local government issues and work with Government Affairs, Legal, and others to track state legislation impacting CRC.
• Develop and maintain relationships with appropriate state and local elected officials.
• Provide the team and senior management with information regarding legislators, issues, and proposed legislation that affects company business objectives.
• Assist Government Affairs, Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE), Legal, and others to develop relationships with Long Beach Energy Resources (LBER) and critical regulatory agencies.
• Align with Government Affairs on labor relationships.

Required Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum seven (7) years of relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Outstanding strategist with strong business acumen who can create a compelling narrative for stakeholders.
• Ability to align across functions to drive clarity and synchronize diverse perspectives.
• Confidence, enthusiasm, and a proactive approach to public affairs.
• Proven ability to deliver consistent, clear, and compelling communications, including executive communications.
• Demonstrated good judgment and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience in bringing a creative approach to public affairs programs.
• Eagerness and ability to learn and grasp public policy and scientific developments.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in a matrixed organization.
• Resilient team member who strengthens the team.
• Must be a team player and goal-oriented.

Salary Information

• Salary Type: Annually
• Minimum Salary: $125,000.00
• Maximum Salary: $155,000.00

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