Director of Community Affairs

DISA Uranium

. Develop and lead DISA Uranium’s community affairs strategy across the western United States and the Navajo Nation .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $140,000 - $175,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in community affairs strategy, grassroots engagement, and coalition building, with a strong focus on culturally appropriate outreach and strategic communications. Proven ability to manage community investment programs and effectively engage with Tribal communities and local stakeholders.

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Community Affairs Strategy DevelopmentGrassroots Engagement Program DesignStrategic Communications SkillsTribal Community Engagement ExperiencePublic Speaking and Representation

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Hard Skills

Community Outreach ManagementCoalition BuildingBudget ManagementMessage DevelopmentAudience TargetingPublic Permitting ProcessesEnvironmental ReviewCommunity Investment ManagementCulturally Appropriate EngagementStakeholder Mapping

Soft Skills

Exceptional OrganizationJudgmentDiscretionIntegritySound Instincts

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in CommunicationsPublic AffairsPolitical SciencePublic PolicyAmerican Indian Studies

Industry Keywords

Community AffairsPublic AffairsGrassroots OrganizingTribal SovereigntyRural CommunitiesLocal GovernmentsMiningEnergyNatural ResourcesFour Corners Region

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and lead DISA Uranium’s community affairs strategy across the western United States and the Navajo Nation
Oversee community outreach and engagement programs, including open houses, site tours, informational sessions, community education, and local partnerships
Recruit, lead, and develop the community affairs team, including field-based community engagement representatives
Manage the community affairs budget, including sponsorships, events, outreach materials, and community investment
Design and lead grassroots engagement programs
Build, organize, and deploy coalitions of local businesses, landowners, economic development groups, workforce and education partners, civic organizations, and other allies
Identify, cultivate, and prepare credible local voices and validators
Track coalition strength and supporter engagement and adjust strategy
Lead community engagement with the Navajo Nation, chapter houses, community members, elders, and Tribal leaders
Coordinate with government affairs leadership on Tribal and Navajo Nation engagement
Ensure culturally appropriate and accessible outreach, including Navajo-language materials and interpretation where appropriate
Help build community benefit, workforce, and partnership opportunities
Develop messaging, talking points, and materials for local and Tribal audiences
Plan and direct community communications campaigns across earned, owned, digital, and local media channels
Prepare executives and spokespeople for public meetings, hearings, and forums; serve as spokesperson when appropriate
Anticipate community concerns and develop evidence-based responses
Build and maintain relationships with local decision-makers and community stakeholders
Maintain a regional stakeholder map and organized records of contacts, meetings, commitments, and follow-up items
Monitor local news, social media, public meetings, and community conversations for coverage and sentiment
Report regularly to executive leadership on community sentiment, coalition strength, emerging risks, and recommended actions
Partner with Operations, Health and Safety, Environmental, and Human Resources to fulfill community commitments

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in communications, public affairs, political science, public policy, American Indian studies, or a related field, or equivalent experience
10+ years of experience in community affairs, public affairs, grassroots organizing, campaigns, strategic communications, or a comparable field, including at least 5 years leading programs and teams
Proven record of designing and running grassroots engagement programs and building and deploying coalitions to achieve real outcomes
Strong strategic communications skills, including message development, audience targeting, and spokesperson preparation
Experience working with Tribal communities and Tribal governments, with a demonstrated understanding of Tribal sovereignty and culturally appropriate engagement
Deep familiarity with the rural communities, local governments, and issues of the western United States
Strong public speaking skills and confidence representing the Company before public and community audiences
Exceptional organization and judgment, with ability to manage multiple regions, programs, and priorities simultaneously
Discretion, integrity, and sound instincts with sensitive information and politically complex situations
Willingness to travel frequently and work evenings and weekends as community meetings and events require
Valid driver’s license required
Preferred: experience in mining, energy, natural resources, or other industries operating in rural communities
Preferred: experience supporting projects through public permitting, environmental review, or public comment processes
Preferred: experience managing community investment, sponsorship, or community benefit programs
Preferred: existing relationships with local elected officials, civic organizations, and media across the region
Preferred: established relationships or experience working on the Navajo Nation and in the Four Corners region

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation commensurate with experience, plus a competitive benefits package
401k Matching up to 4%
Excellent Healthcare Benefits
Bonus Pool
PTO
Paid Holidays
The chance to shape how a first-of-its-kind company shows up across the American West — cleaning up a real environmental legacy while rebuilding a strategic domestic supply chain
Real ownership of the Company’s community affairs program, with direct access to executive leadership and the External Affairs team
The autonomy to build a program and a team from the ground up and the resources to do it well
A mission-driven, fast-moving culture that rewards initiative, integrity, and follow-through