Community and Government Affairs Director

Job ID:  [[509001]]

CRH's Americas Materials, a division of CRH, is the leading vertically integrated supplier of aggregates, cement, asphalt, ready mixed concrete and paving and construction services in North America. Our operations span North America with 24,100 employees at close to 1,300 locations in 44 US States and 6 Canadian provinces.

Position Overview

Develop and execute comprehensive community engagement strategies, with a focus on political stakeholders and priority geographies where CRH has the biggest community impact.

Location: This position will support multiple OpCo's in Sonoma and Marin County. 

Compensation & Company Benefits:

• Base Salary: $180,000 - $205,000/year
• Annual Bonus Potential
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription
• Paid Time Off
• 401k with Roth option & 5% Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• 9 Paid Holidays (8 Static and 1 Floating)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Opportunities for Internal Mobility
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Company Discounts on products, goods, services, electronics, automotive, travel & more!
• Opportunities for Community Engagement

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Develop and execute comprehensive community engagement strategies, with a focus on political stakeholders and priority geographies where CRH has the biggest community impact.
• Build and maintain relationships with community leaders, organizations, and stakeholders.
• Partner with sustainability team on corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives and programs.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the business to track, measure, and maximize community engagement opportunities and activities to ensure that the full assets of the organization are leveraged.
• Provide connectivity and coordination among internal teams to optimize priorities and share information across the groups.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of community engagement activities, with a focus on political engagement strategies.
• Represent the company at community events and meetings.
• Stay informed about community issues and trends in priority geographies that may affect the company.
• Lead company-wide efforts and initiatives for the Northern CA Subregion.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Business Administration, or related field.
• 7-10 years' experience in community affairs, public relations, or a related field.
• Experience developing and implementing successful community engagement strategies, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong executive presence and experience advising and interfacing with senior executives and political stakeholders, excellent executive- level verbal and written communication.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

CRH is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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