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Communications Advisor

Bakersfield, California

R000070723

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Play a key role in shaping energy policy and educating people about the industry. In Corporate Affairs you’ll build key relationships and partner with internal and external stakeholders — while educating our audience on what makes our industry tick. Join a dynamic group and help us share our story as a member of our Corporate Affairs team.

  • Full-Time
  • Hybrid work model

success profile

Demonstrate core high performance behaviors—thrive in a highly collaborative, project-based environment, and tackle complex business problems to reach creative, yet practical solutions.

  • Collaborative
  • Communicator
  • Enthusiastic
  • Flexible
  • Strategic
  • Relationship builder

Culture

  • At Chevron, every day is an opportunity for all of us to continue working towards our collective vision: to be the global energy company most admired for its people, partnership and performance.

    To achieve our vision, we’ve built our company’s foundation on a set of values that guides our employees in the way we interact with each other and the communities and environments we work in.

    Chevron offers a truly global and collaborative work experience. See what types of complex problems our employees are solving with cutting-edge technology and innovative thinking.

  • the humans behind the human energy company

    Dance is more than rhythm and music. merche knows all about the teamwork and trust that go into making a dance successful. she finds success on her team at chevron through that same collaborative mindset.

benefits

With Chevron, we help you live your life to the fullest while balancing work and personal goals.

    • Medical and dental
      care coverage

    • Retirement
      savings plans

    • Education assistance
      and support

    • Paid vacations
      and holidays

    • Hybrid work model
      & compressed work
      week schedules

    • Recognition and service
      award programs

Req #: R000070723

Communications Advisor

Bakersfield, California

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Summary

Chevron is accepting online applications for the position Communications Advisor through 04, 30, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.Pacific Time.   


Job Description:

Internal & External Communications (approx. 60%)

  • Serve as lead communications advisor for the San Joaquin Valley asset, providing strategic counsel and execution in support of business priorities.
  • Develop and deliver proactive internal and external communications strategies aligned with business objectives, employee engagement, and advocacy efforts.

  • Provide communications counsel to asset leadership, including message development and executive communications support.
  • Plan and execute communications campaigns and content across internal, external, and digital channels, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with approved messaging and company policy.
  • Monitor traditional and social media to identify emerging issues, risks, and opportunities and recommend appropriate communications responses.

External Stakeholder Engagement (approx. 20%)

  • Advance Chevron’s community and government relationships through strategic engagement with local government officials, community organizations, business groups, and other key external stakeholders.
  • Sustain long‑term, trusted relationships through effective preparation, meaningful engagement, and consistent follow‑through.
  • Partner with asset colleagues and Corporate Affairs peers to ensure alignment of messaging, awareness of emerging issues, and coordinated stakeholder interactions.
  • Contribute to the development and execution of stakeholder engagement approaches, including preparation of briefing materials and key messages, as appropriate.
  • Represent Chevron in stakeholder meetings, community events, and local engagements in a manner consistent with company values and professional standards.

Corporate Affairs (US West) Support (approx. 20%)

  • Provide flexible, cross-functional support to the US West Corporate Affairs team, contributing across multiple disciplines based on regional needs.
  • Contribute to US West regional priorities through participation in special projects, such as issues management, community investment coordination, cross‑functional campaigns, or executive support, as needed.

Necessary Skills and Experience:

Strategic communications and excellent writing skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage communications from strategy development through tactical execution, with strong storytelling capabilities across a variety of channels and audiences. Proven skill in developing clear, concise, and compelling content that supports business priorities.

External stakeholder engagement and relationship-building expertise.
Experience supporting or leading engagement with external stakeholders such as local government officials, community leaders, nonprofit organizations, or business partners. Demonstrated ability to prepare leaders for stakeholder interactions, develop key messages and briefing materials, and maintain productive, trust-based relationships in complex or sensitive environments.

Strong collaboration, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment where diversity is valued and inclusion is essential. Ability to partner with business leaders, colleagues, and Corporate Affairs peers to drive alignment and achieve shared outcomes.

Business and regulatory awareness.
Working knowledge of the energy industry and an understanding of business, government, and community dynamics in California. Ability to apply this knowledge to communications and stakeholder engagement activities that support business objectives.

Project management and organizational effectiveness.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, identify and analyze business challenges, and develop integrated communications or engagement approaches to address them. Skilled at planning, coordinating, and executing work efficiently while meeting deadlines and adapting to changing priorities.

Important Note

  • The compensation and reference to benefits for this role is listed on this posting in compliance with applicable law. Please note that the compensation and benefits listed below are only applicable for U.S. payroll offers.
  • The anticipated salary range for this position is $120,300  – $206,400 . The selected candidate’s compensation will be determined based on their skills, experience, and qualifications.
  • Chevron offers competitive compensation and benefits programs which includes, but is not limited to, variable pay, health care coverage, retirement plan, protection coverage, time off and leave programs, training and development opportunities and a range of allowances connected to specific work situations. Details are available at http://hr2.chevron.com/.

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