Hiring: Director of Community Relations Company: Pacific Lifestyle Homes Location: Vancouver, WA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-17 10:28:13 Employment Type: Full-time About the job Experience: •30+ years of experience in community relations, government affairs, land development, or a related field. Required Skills: •LIFE AT PACIFIC LIFESTYLE HOMES •Family. As a two-time recipient of the prestigious Building Industry Association "Builder of the Year" award and the esteemed National Housing Quality Gold Award, we are more than just a homebuilder – we are dedicated to BUILDING BETTER LIVES •. From our humble beginnings in 1996, we have grown to construct over 6,500 homes and 130 communities across SW Washington, the Portland Metro area, greater Puget Sound area, and the Boise Metro landscape. Join us and build your career with a company committed to excellence and community impact. •Build and maintain strong relationships with city and county staff, elected officials, planning commissions, and community organizations. •Act as the company’s ambassador in all jurisdictional interactions, reinforcing credibility, trust, and long-term partnership. •Identify and proactively engage key influencers and decision-makers within target markets. •Partner with Land Acquisition and Development teams to support entitlement strategies and project approvals. •Navigate political and regulatory landscapes to anticipate risks, remove obstacles, and accelerate timelines where appropriate. Qualifications: •10–30+ years of experience in community relations, government affairs, land development, or a related field. •In-depth knowledge of entitlement processes, zoning, state laws, and municipal governance in Oregon, Washington, and Idaho. •Established network within local jurisdictions (preferred). •Proven ability to influence, negotiate, and build consensus among diverse stakeholders. •Excellent communication skills, both public-facing and executive-level. •High emotional intelligence and sound judgment in politically sensitive environments. •Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (Urban Planning, Public Administration, Real Estate, or related) preferred. •Relationship Builder: Gains trust quickly and maintains long-term partnerships. •Strategic Thinker: Connects jurisdictional priorities with company growth objectives. •Politically Savvy: Understands nuance, timing, and stakeholder motivations. Compensation: •Company supported medical, dental and vision benefits for employees and families Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!