Develop and lead Western Region state-level political strategy for Zoox's Public Policy team. Collaborate with state officials and agencies while ensuring a proactive safety culture.
Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and lead Zoox’s state political and legislative strategy for the Western Region (West of the Mississippi)
Help foster and maintain relationships with state officials, their staff, and other key external stakeholders
Manage state-level political consultants and lobbyists
Track current and emerging political activity and policy developments relevant to Zoox’s operations and business
Represent Zoox at state-level association and political events
Provide support to Zoox’s engagement with state regulators and regulatory proceedings
Support other aspects of the state policy or larger Zoox policy portfolios by developing briefings, researching legislation, and managing complex, cross-functional projects
Work closely with other teams at Zoox, including Legal, Communications, Safety, and other teams to ensure up-to-date knowledge of company plans and reporting policy/political developments with analysis
Requirements
8+ years of public policy experience within state government and/or relevant nonprofits, public interest groups, businesses, campaigns, or industry associations
Track record of successfully building, implementing, and evaluating complex, cross-functional public policy and government affairs projects
Extensive political and community network at the state level in the western US
Keen understanding of the state-level legislative and political processes
Excellent leadership, project management, and organizational skills
High-level research and policy analysis experience
Experience negotiating legislation and advocating complex policy positions before a wide variety of audiences
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Experience with AV, transportation, or other technology policy
Benefits
Health insurance
Long-term care insurance
Long-term and short-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement)
Unpaid time off
Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights
Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
Job title
Senior State Policy and Government Affairs Manager
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