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Cal Cities Culture
Cal Cities is dedicated to creating a collaborative and inclusive environment where passionate professionals can thrive. We’re looking for candidates who are focused, driven, and above all else, seeking deeper meaning in their work. If you also have a passion for public service, local government, advancing equity, and working with dynamic, talented teammates, this just might be the right place for you. Learn about our mission, vision, and core beliefs.
Our Values
Integrity
Diversity
We believe that differences are critical to our success. We bring together people from a wide variety of backgrounds and identities, all with the goal of building a more inclusive and equitable California.
Innovation
We encourage new ideas and progressive thinking that provide solutions to the evolving challenges California's cities face.
Respect
Excellence
Passion
We are passionate about our people and our members; we deliver extraordinary results for all.
Learn More About the Cal Cities' Teams
The Public Affairs team covers every corner of California and serves as the grassroots advocacy core of Cal Cities. Cal Cities regional public affairs managers work closely with city officials - both elected and professional city staff - to develop regional informational programs and carry out grassroots activities to support specific legislative, regulatory, and ballot measure goals.
Additional Information
We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including premium medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependent children, enrollment in California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), and more!
- Competitive salary
- Pension plan (CalPERS)
- Retirement plan (457)
- Comprehensive medical (HMO, PPO), dental (PPO), and vision plans
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life & long-term disability insurance
- Subsidies for your preferred transportation mode
- Paid time off (vacation, sick, manager time off, floating holidays, holidays)
- Learning and development
- Social events: happy hours, holiday events, and walking challenges
- Free snacks to keep you energized
- Flexible work environment
Our core hours are 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with a 7.5-hour workday. However, when possible, we allow modified schedules so our employees can attain a healthy work/life balance. We encourage them to take time off to maintain their personal wellness.
You will hear from someone from Human Resources, the Hiring Manager for the position, and for some roles, additional members of the relevant hiring department.
Career Opportunities
Director of Public Affairs
The Director of Public Affairs is a senior management position responsible for leading the Cal Cities Public Affairs Department. The Director develops and executes public affairs campaigns and activities in support of Cal Cities advocacy and member services priorities. This includes providing leadership to Cal Cities Regional Public Affairs Program and an experienced team of 16 Regional Public Affairs Managers, increasing member engagement in Cal Cities advocacy, developing, and building coalitions to advance Cal Cities advocacy priorities, providing strategic support to Cal Cities legislative advocacy, and overseeing and coordinating Cal Cities engagement in statewide ballot measure campaigns.
The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator with experience leading political and public affairs campaigns and grassroots mobilization.
Responsible for confidential corporate information, including financial information, risk management situations, and employee information. Serves on the Senior Management Team and reports directly to the CEO/Executive Director.
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Program Director of Apprenticeships, Workforce Development & Career Pathways
The Institute of Local Government is seeking an experienced Program Director to lead an exciting and growing portfolio of work. If you have deep experience in building Registered Apprenticeship programs, a background in workforce development and/or human resources, and excellent written and verbal communication skills, this could be the job for you.
The Director will work with local government employers, state agencies, higher education institutions, regional Strong Workforce consortia, local workforce boards, the Foundation for California Community Colleges, and other emerging local, regional, and state boards, committees, consortia, and initiatives to develop, implement, and oversee registered apprenticeship, work-based learning, and pre-apprenticeship programs for the public sector.
Primary work will involve developing and expanding ILG’s role as a sector Intermediary and Program Sponsor for a robust statewide registered apprenticeship program for the local government public sector. The Director will plan and direct all aspects of the initiative -- creating and overseeing the program, including managing staff and consultants, recruiting employers and apprentices, developing program standards, rules and regulations in compliance with appropriate governmental agencies, and coordinating all associated technology. This position is responsible for developing and executing the strategy to initiate, track, manage, and foster relationships with workforce, industry, labor, education, and local government leaders. The chosen candidate will actively outreach at business and industry conferences, trade shows, and expositions, and serve in a representative capacity on boards, committees, and councils for the purpose of promoting work-based learning and career pathway programs in local government.