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Katz & Associates, Inc.

Senior Account Executive, Public Outreach

Katz & Associates, Inc., San Jose, California, United States, 95199

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Description We’re excited to offer a

$3,500 sign-on bonus

to welcome you to our team!

Southwest Strategies Group is seeking a full-time Senior Account Executive (SAE) to join our San Jose team. The SAE provides in-depth support to SWS Group clients by regularly working at a client location and immersing themselves in the client’s company culture, vision, and project. We are seeking an individual who is ready to support unique communications needs by developing tailored strategies and tactics that get results. We want strong writers and researchers – those who enjoy jumping in and learning everything they can about a client or project.

About Southwest Strategies Group Southwest Strategies Group is focused on building leaders in our industry and community. With more than 130 professionals from diverse backgrounds and experience, our team is uniquely positioned to communicate with stakeholders where they are in a way they understand. We approach every project as a trusted partner, leveraging decades of expertise to provide custom strategies that help our clients get results.

Location and Travel This position is primarily based at a client site in San Jose, with an expected on-site presence of approximately 4 days per week, subject to change based on client needs and availability. The role may also involve early mornings, evenings, and weekend hours, as needed.

Compensation The annual base amount for this position is dependent on several factors, including the candidate’s geographic location, experience, and qualifications. The annual base amount may be adjusted based on market conditions in the location where the employee resides.

A typical annual base range for this role is:

$70,000– $100,000

- (actual compensation may vary by location and will follow local regulations).

Responsibilities

Regularly work on-site at a client location representing the SWS Group and our communications expertise (for meetings, tours and special events as needed)

May serve as sole or primary point of contact with client and must have ability to work autonomously and with a team

May serve as a client representative to lead tours or give presentations/updates to community groups as needed

Develop a deep understanding of specific client project and day-to-day activity in order to facilitate the development and implementation of communications plans Participate in brainstorming regarding client direction in internal strategy meetings

Create and update project files, meeting agendas and website content; collaborate with team members

Partner with client to develop engaging and innovative content for social media, advertising, videos, websites, fact sheets, presentations and other collateral as required to assist in a strong communication strategy for the client

Proofread news releases, newsletter articles, media pitches and other client materials as needed

Work with the client’s design team for production of collateral materials

Assist in coordinating public meetings, tours and events, including attendee outreach and mobilization, and leading set up and cleanup activities

Responsible for special event coordination, public workshops, and advisory/community committee processes, including conducting research, managing vendors, setting up and taking down, committee administration, event documentation and staffing events

Respond to stakeholder inquiries and track outreach and activities

Conduct field outreach, canvassing and other stakeholder-facing outreach activities

Prepare reports on outreach, media, social media and other metrics to aid project planning and analysis

Build and maintain meaningful relationships with targeted, high-level external audiences

Identify and pursue opportunities to expand client base

Additional responsibilities as required

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, English, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, Public Administration or similar preferred

3+ years’ experience in public relations or public outreach fields

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Competitive salary

with clear paths for growth

Hybrid work model

to support flexibility and work-life balance

Comprehensive benefits , including a no-cost medical plan, dental, vision, FSA, 3 weeks PTO, 14 paid holidays, and 401(k) profit sharing

Professional development

stipend and internal training programs to boost your skills and career

Company wellness stipend

for ClassPass to support your health and well-being

Mentorship

from experienced professionals to guide your growth

Work on impactful projects

that shape the future of our communities

Opportunities to connect

with some of the region’s most influential stakeholders

Company events and celebrations

to recognize, support, and bring our team together

Employee recognition program

celebrating achievements and contributions

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