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Assistant Director of Community Affairs, Stanford Health Care (East Bay)
Inside Higher Ed, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306
Overview
Assistant Director of Community Affairs for Stanford Health Care in the East Bay. The Office of Government Affairs coordinates Stanford University’s and SHC’s interactions with government and local communities, promoting the interests of key constituents and supporting the academic mission and SHC’s mission. Position Details
Base pay range: $119,716.00/yr - $136,449.00/yr. Work Schedule: Hybrid work schedule (at least 2 days per week onsite). Location: 1840 Embarcadero, Palo Alto, CA; Office of External Relations, Stanford, California, United States. Post date: August 8, 2025. Requisition #107019. Schedule: Full-time. Employee Status: Regular. Grade: J. Work Arrangement: Hybrid Eligible. Position Summary
Stanford’s Office of Government Affairs is hiring for a new role to support the external relations work for Stanford Health Care. We are seeking a dynamic and proactive Assistant Director of Community Affairs to cultivate and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders, community organizations, business leaders, and residents in the East Bay. This role collaborates with the Stanford Health Care Community Health and Partnerships team to strengthen and expand community relationships and will attend and coordinate community engagement activities in public and private sector meetings and events. In This Role, You Will
Build, maintain, and expand relationships with external stakeholders, neighbors, community leaders and organizations, local government officials, nonprofits, business leaders, and other relevant parties. Assist in developing and implementing strategic outreach and engagement plans to support the missions of SHC and community priorities. Plan and execute community outreach programs, events, and initiatives; represent SHC at East Bay community events. Analyze and report on community feedback, engagement outcomes, public sentiment, and other metrics for internal review. Provide insights and recommendations based on community feedback to support decision-making and program development. Collaborate with internal departments to align external communications and outreach with organizational goals; work with government relations to influence policies and legislation aligned with the mission. Act as a liaison between Stanford and external parties to address community concerns in a timely manner. Demonstrate commitment to diversity and inclusion. To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Bring
Bachelor’s degree and five years of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience. Knowledge of local communities, government, nonprofit sectors (East Bay preferred). Demonstrated experience in public relations, community outreach, or government affairs. Strong written and verbal communication, active listening, and interpersonal skills to work with a broad range of stakeholders. Collaborative team player with ability to engage many constituencies and move groups toward consensus; strong interpersonal and influencing skills. Experience in shaping public attitude through effective communication. Working Conditions
May require flexible hours, including nights and weekends. Regular travel may be required. Benefits and Additional Information
The job duties listed are typical of positions in this classification and may vary. Stanford University provides pay ranges as a good faith estimate. The rewards package includes a comprehensive benefits program; specifics may be discussed during the hiring process. See Cardinal at Work for benefits details. Why Stanford Is For You. We offer opportunities for growth, a caring culture with strong retirement plans and time off, health and wellness benefits, and resources to support a healthy work-life balance. EEO statement: Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Assistant Director of Community Affairs for Stanford Health Care in the East Bay. The Office of Government Affairs coordinates Stanford University’s and SHC’s interactions with government and local communities, promoting the interests of key constituents and supporting the academic mission and SHC’s mission. Position Details
Base pay range: $119,716.00/yr - $136,449.00/yr. Work Schedule: Hybrid work schedule (at least 2 days per week onsite). Location: 1840 Embarcadero, Palo Alto, CA; Office of External Relations, Stanford, California, United States. Post date: August 8, 2025. Requisition #107019. Schedule: Full-time. Employee Status: Regular. Grade: J. Work Arrangement: Hybrid Eligible. Position Summary
Stanford’s Office of Government Affairs is hiring for a new role to support the external relations work for Stanford Health Care. We are seeking a dynamic and proactive Assistant Director of Community Affairs to cultivate and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders, community organizations, business leaders, and residents in the East Bay. This role collaborates with the Stanford Health Care Community Health and Partnerships team to strengthen and expand community relationships and will attend and coordinate community engagement activities in public and private sector meetings and events. In This Role, You Will
Build, maintain, and expand relationships with external stakeholders, neighbors, community leaders and organizations, local government officials, nonprofits, business leaders, and other relevant parties. Assist in developing and implementing strategic outreach and engagement plans to support the missions of SHC and community priorities. Plan and execute community outreach programs, events, and initiatives; represent SHC at East Bay community events. Analyze and report on community feedback, engagement outcomes, public sentiment, and other metrics for internal review. Provide insights and recommendations based on community feedback to support decision-making and program development. Collaborate with internal departments to align external communications and outreach with organizational goals; work with government relations to influence policies and legislation aligned with the mission. Act as a liaison between Stanford and external parties to address community concerns in a timely manner. Demonstrate commitment to diversity and inclusion. To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Bring
Bachelor’s degree and five years of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience. Knowledge of local communities, government, nonprofit sectors (East Bay preferred). Demonstrated experience in public relations, community outreach, or government affairs. Strong written and verbal communication, active listening, and interpersonal skills to work with a broad range of stakeholders. Collaborative team player with ability to engage many constituencies and move groups toward consensus; strong interpersonal and influencing skills. Experience in shaping public attitude through effective communication. Working Conditions
May require flexible hours, including nights and weekends. Regular travel may be required. Benefits and Additional Information
The job duties listed are typical of positions in this classification and may vary. Stanford University provides pay ranges as a good faith estimate. The rewards package includes a comprehensive benefits program; specifics may be discussed during the hiring process. See Cardinal at Work for benefits details. Why Stanford Is For You. We offer opportunities for growth, a caring culture with strong retirement plans and time off, health and wellness benefits, and resources to support a healthy work-life balance. EEO statement: Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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