Associate Director, Community & Stakeholder Engagement

Cypress Creek Renewables

Community engagement leader driving project development for Cypress Creek Energy across regional portfolio. Building relationships with stakeholders and ensuring public support for solar projects.

Posted 5/20/2026full-timeDurham • Illinois, North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $120,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

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Cypress

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and execute comprehensive stakeholder engagement strategies for projects across the assigned region
Build and maintain relationships with community leaders, advocacy groups, and other key stakeholders
Conduct stakeholder mapping and develop targeted outreach strategies
Develop and implement plans that build public understanding and support for projects
Establish and maintain relationships with elected officials, municipalities, regulatory agencies, and government entities
Represent the company at public hearings, community meetings, and critical discussions
Identify permitting and regulatory risks and communicate them effectively to leadership
Act as or support project spokespersons by leading media engagement, public presentations, and community forums
Develop messaging, presentations, and written materials
Partner with internal teams on media relations strategy and execution
Develop engagement plans aligned with project goals
Translate complex information into accessible communications
Craft stories highlighting project value and community benefits
Work with Government Affairs, Development, Project Execution, and Operations teams
Lead identification and mitigation of risks related to community acceptance, stakeholder sentiment, and social license.
Provide guidance on engagement best practices
Lead and mentor team members or consultants
Manage external vendors
Contribute to a collaborative team environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree
5+ years of relevant experience
Experience with municipalities, elected officials, and regulatory agencies
Strong stakeholder engagement and planning skills
Public speaking and spokesperson experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to simplify complex information
Experience in media relations
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Willingness to travel up to 40%
Embrace and live by the missions and values of Cypress Creek Energy

Benefits

Comp & perks

15 days of Paid Time Off, accrual up to 20 days, 11 observed holidays.
401(k) Match
Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision and health insurance
Wellness stipend, family planning stipend, and generous parental leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Phone Bill Reimbursement
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Hard Skills & Tools

stakeholder engagementpublic speakingmedia relationsrisk identificationoutreach strategiescommunication planningpresentation developmentwritten communicationcommunity engagementproject management

Soft Skills

relationship buildingteam leadershipmentoringcollaborationsimplifying complex informationpublic representationguidance on best practicesstrategic planningcommunity advocacyeffective communication

Certifications

Bachelor's degree