Public Affairs Manager

South Coast Air Quality Management District

Diamond Bar, California

Annual Salary: $114,932.21 - $160,035.62

South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) is seeking internal candidates for an exciting opportunity to become the next Public Affairs Manager providing strategic and operational leadership for South Coast AQMD's Small Business Assistance Program and the Helpline & Public Resource Center-customer-focused programs that help businesses, regulated facilities, and members of the public navigate agency requirements while ensuring responsive, high-quality service.

Please Note: This is an internal opportunity, open to current employees of South Coast AQMD only. Applicants not currently employed by South Coast AQMD will not be considered.

For more detailed information about this opportunity, view the recruitment brochure here:

How to Apply:

To be considered for this exceptional opportunity, apply by 11:59PM PST on Friday, August 21st, 2026.

To apply, create an application here, and be prepared to upload a complete resume (required) and cover letter (encouraged) during the application process. A complete resume will include all work history in the last 10 years as well as any relevant education. Your qualifications for the role will be determined based on the information provided in your resume and any other application materials you upload, so be sure to include all relevant experience and education. If uploading a complete resume, it is not necessary to manually fill in your work history on your application.

The most highly qualified applicants will be selected to participate in a phone screening process, and will be contacted by WBCP either during or following the application period. South Coast AQMD will make the final determination as to which top candidates advance to the final interview process.