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Lead External Affairs

Visalia Chamber of Commerce
Sacramento, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/31/2026
remote type Virtual Worker

locations Fresno, California

time type Full time

posted on Posted Today

time left to apply End Date: August 7, 2026 (6 days left to apply)

job requisition id R-117746

This position requires in-office presence up to three days per week. The role is available only in the location(s) posted, and relocation assistance is not offered.

Overall Purpose

Responsible for supporting strategic communications and stakeholder engagement efforts that advance the organization’s public policy objectives. This role manages AT&T’s External Affairs strategy and execution for Fresno and surrounding counties, including Calaveras, Fresno, Inyo, Kings, Madera, Mariposa, Merced, Mono, Tulare, and Tuolumne. The position plays a critical role in maintaining External Affairs responsiveness, advancing company priorities, and minimizing legal, operational, and reputational exposure in one of the company’s most important regions in California.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Typical tasks may include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Policy Analysis and Legislative Advocacy: Analyze legislation and regulatory issues. Advocate for the company’s regulatory agenda during public hearings and meetings with state legislators, staff, and other relevant stakeholders.
  • Stakeholder and Community Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials, community groups, and third-party coalitions. Represent the company on local boards and commissions and serve as a company representative in the communities served.
  • Event Coordination and Community Relations: Organize and manage community events that strengthen relationships between the community, elected officials, and the company. Promote company initiatives and help address constituent concerns.
  • Other Duties as Assigned: Support activities related to Political Action Committee activity, internal collaboration, strategy development, lobbying efforts, negotiations, constituent concerns, and/or grant management.

Job Contribution

Experienced professional recognized as a subject matter expert who creatively resolves complex issues using broad and in-depth knowledge. Leads significant projects with strategic autonomy and influences executive decisions. Mentors less experienced staff, implements long-term plans that impact the organization, and frequently collaborates with senior leadership.

Supervisor: No

Education/Experience

Bachelor’s degree desired. 5 years of related experience. Certification may be required in some areas.

Our Lead External Affairs jobs earn between $130,700.00 - $196,100.00 USD Annual. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

Joining Our Team Comes With Amazing Perks And Benefits

  • Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
  • 401(k) plan
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Caregiver Leave
  • Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
  • Adoption Reimbursement
  • Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
  • Life and Accidental Death Insurance
  • Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • Extensive employee wellness programs
  • Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone

Weekly Hours

40

Time Type

Regular

Location:

Fresno, California

Salary Range

$130,700.00 - $196,100.00

AT&T and its subsidiaries are committed to equal employment opportunity. All hiring, promotion, and other employment decisions remain merit-based and free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made. Click here to learn more or request an application accommodation here.

Salary : $130,700 - $196,100

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