Coalitions & Communications Associate

California Policy Center
Bakersfield, California (In Office)

The California Policy Center (CPC) is seeking an experienced social media and office manager for its Bakersfield, CA office. 

The primary responsibility of this position is to oversee and execute the organization’s social media strategy across multiple platforms. This role is responsible for managing CPC’s daily social media presence, amplifying the work of CPC staff, and helping grow CPC’s digital reach and engagement. This position reports to the Vice President of Communications and requires someone who can stay on top of fast-moving policy conversations and translate public policy issues into compelling digital content.

In addition, this role will support the Central Valley Director in the day-to-day operations of CPC’s Liberty Center. Responsibilities include supporting Liberty Center tenants, assisting with event planning and logistics, and maintaining the facility and shared spaces to ensure the Center operates smoothly.

Position Summary

The Coalitions & Comms Associate will:

Social Media Management & Audience Growth (Primary Focus) (50%)

  • Manage CPC’s social media presence across multiple platforms, including X, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram
  • Publish daily posts across multiple accounts, ensuring consistent messaging and brand voice
  • Develop and maintain a social media content calendar and posting plan
  • Create basic graphics, short videos, and audio clips to support social media posts
  • Identify and elevate stories that advance CPC’s policy and legal priorities
  • Support rapid-response communications and messaging as needed

Liberty Center Manager (35%)

  • Support the Liberty Center as a professional, active hub for events, meetings, and collaboration
  • Serve as primary relationship manager for tenants and partner organizations
  • Coordinate events, briefings, and gatherings that strengthen CPC’s brand and network
  • Ensure the Center reflects CPC’s professionalism, energy, and mission
  • Help develop the Liberty Center into a replicable model for other regions

Regional Relationship Building & External Presence (15%)

  • Build strong relationships with local elected officials, candidates, donors, and civic leaders
  • Represent CPC at regional events and within the Bakersfield community
  • Act as a connector between CPC leadership and regional partners
  • Identify opportunities to expand CPC’s reach and influence
  • Develop relationships with key Central Valley media

Performance Outcomes

Success in this role will be measured by:

  • Consistent growth and activity across CPC social media platforms, with significant growth in engagement
  • A well-run, active Liberty Center with strong partner relationships
  • Strong integration between CPC communications and regional activity

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is:

  • A strong writer with sharp instincts
  • Social media fluent and comfortable building an audience
  • Highly organized and reliable
  • Comfortable introducing themselves to anyone — from reporters to donors to elected officials
  • Energized by fast-moving, entrepreneurial environments
  • Deeply aligned with CPC’s mission and vision for California

Compensation

Salary range $60,000 – $80,000, commensurate with experience. Performance-based bonus of up to 10% tied directly to audience growth and activation.

Location

This search is restricted to Bakersfield, California. The applicant will report in-office to the Central Valley Director. 

To Apply

Please submit a resume, cover letter, and examples of social media accounts or campaigns you have managed to houston@calpolicycenter.org.

About California Policy Center

The California Policy Center (CPC) is a nonprofit public policy organization dedicated to expanding freedom and opportunity across California. Through policy research, litigation, local elected official engagement, and citizen activation, CPC equips Californians with the tools and information needed to advance education freedom, fiscal transparency, and accountable government.

CPC is building durable policy and legal infrastructure to shape California’s future. The Liberty Center is a flagship pilot initiative designed to bring together advocates, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and political leaders under one roof in Bakersfield, creating a physical hub for collaboration, strategy, and civic impact.