Community Engagement Manager

We are seeking motivated, dynamic professionals who are passionate about serving their local communities. Join our team: Apply to our open position(s) below.

OPEN POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT!

Community Engagement Manager

Open until filled.

Posted 8/14/2026

San Diego County – hybrid work schedule set by SDCP

About the role : San Diego Community Power seeks an experienced manager and outreach professional to join our team as the Community Engagement Manager. The Community Engagement Manager will serve as a liaison between Community Power’s internal team and community stakeholders to help inform the public about Community Power operations and programs. This role involves direct communication with community-based organizations, government staff, local leaders and members of the public.

The Community Engagement Manager will support the design and implementation of strategic outreach activities, with oversight from the Sr. Community Engagement Manager, cultivate stakeholder relationships, and deepen Community Power’s commitment to meaningful community engagement throughout the region.

WHO IS SAN DIEGO COMMUNITY POWER?

San Diego Community Power is a community-driven, not-for-profit public agency providing cleaner energy to the San Diego region. Formed in 2019, Community Power is the second largest Community Choice Aggregator (CCA) in California , serv ing nearly 1 million customer accounts across its member agencies: the Cities of San Diego, Chula Vista, Encinitas, Imperial Beach, La Mesa and National City, as well as the unincorporated areas of San Diego County.

OUR HISTORY

San Diego Community Power was formed in 2019 as a public, not-for-profit community choice aggregator (CCA) in the San Diego region. We began electric service in 2021 and now serve seven member agencies: the Cities of San Diego, Chula Vista, Encinitas, Imperial Beach, La Mesa and National City, as well as the unincorporated communities of San Diego County. San Diego Community Power was formed to bring local control and customer choice to San Diego while also providing clean and renewable energy at competitive rates. We are the second largest CCA in California, serving nearly 1 million customers. For more information, please visit SDCommunityPower.org.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

At SDCP, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We represent a diverse customer base and hope to hire employees that reflect our communities. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES

Supervises and supports a team of community engagement staff, interns and volunteers, managing the scheduling for outreach personnel and events

Acts as the main staff liaison to the Community Advisory Committee and administers monthly meetings, which includes cultivating relationships with members, leading member onboarding, ongoing support and recruitment, and working with its officers and the Clerk of the Board to create agendas, educational opportunities, host briefings, and overall meeting management

Supports the coordination, participation and execution of outreach activities and events, including tabling, facilitating community meetings, presenting educational materials and participating in public forums, which may include weekends and hours outside of regular business hours

Supports the development, execution, and evaluation of community outreach strategies to increase awareness of Community Power programs, rebates, incentives and offers, and strengthen public trust

Identifies partnership opportunities with organizations throughout San Diego County, targeting influential groups and community leaders to build support for Community Power’s initiatives and programs

Builds and maintains relationships with key stakeholders including members of the environmental and social justice communities, neighborhood and community development organizations, and local schools, colleges and universities

Attends and represents Community Power at public events to clearly articulate the agency’s mission, programs and customer benefits

Trains contractors, staff and volunteers on Community Power ambassadorship

Performs other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITES

Required:

Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with a variety of individuals representing diverse cultures, backgrounds and languages

Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

Strong passion for customer service and commitment to community-centered engagement

Experience in tailoring and presenting information to community groups and organizations

Experience in event management and planning

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Demonstrated outreach program design and/or project management experience as may have been gained with public agencies, environmental organizations and/or outreach organizations

Ability to exercise sound judgment, professionalism, diplomacy and discretion in dealing with sensitive and complex issues

Familiarity with the local San Diego political, social and economic landscape, as well as regional stakeholders

High proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel and PowerPoint, SharePoint, customer relationship management (CRM) platforms and ability to use virtual meeting applications

Ability to travel throughout San Diego County and attend evening and weekend meetings and community events as needed. Must have access to reliable transportation, and if driving an automobile, a good driving record. Community Power reimburses mileage expense at the IRS mileage rate

Must reside in San Diego County or be willing to relocate upon hire

Desired :

Proven track record of achieving strong community engagement results

Written and verbal Spanish proficiency

Ability to run public meetings in compliance with the California Ralph M. Brown Act

Experience supervising and managing employees, interns and/or volunteers

Experience tracking expenses and developing annual budget proposals

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of education and experience that would provide the knowledge and abilities listed. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Communications, Public Administration, Public Policy, Political Science, Marketing, Sociology, Community Development, Urban Planning, Environmental Studies, or related field. Five (5) years of related experience in a professional setting, such as a nonprofit, corporate or public sector agency.

Minimum two (2) years of experience managing people and/or leading work teams

Experience working for a public agency is highly desirable.

WORK ENVIROMENT & CONDITIONS

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. The position requires occasional carrying, lifting and/or moving objects up to 25 pounds. L ocal travel required and reliable transportation to be able to attend Community Power events, meetings and workshops as needed is expected.

At SDCP we work in the communities we serve and in the office. SDCP works to ensure a safe and healthy workplace for employees and in our communities. SDCP requires employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Exemptions to the vaccine requirement will be considered for individuals with medical conditions that prevent them from being vaccinated and for individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs that prohibit them from being vaccinated, consistent with governing labor laws.

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