Vice President – Government Relations and Public Policy

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee the development of public policy, strategies for government relations, and initiatives for legislative enablement at BusPatrol.

• Manage proactive legislation and defensive bills aimed at safeguarding and expanding automated school bus stop-arm enforcement, Speed Zone Safety, and associated projects.

• Lead intricate political and advocacy strategies within complex political landscapes.

• Collaborate with internal subject matter experts to meet government relations and policy implementation needs.

• Supervise the internal government relations team effectively.

• Oversee external contract lobbyists and outside legal counsel.

• Identify and coordinate Business Development consultants to align government relations and business development efforts with political strategies.

• Formulate state-specific policy tactics and strategies in conjunction with the Growth, Legal, and Communications teams.

• Partner with U.S. municipalities and school districts to shape policies regarding traffic safety, automated enforcement, and smart city data platforms.

• Empower local champions and partners to engage effectively with state and local leaders.

• Advocate for violator-funded safety programs and establish legislative and regulatory frameworks for new deployments in targeted growth states.

• Travel and represent BusPatrol and its safety coalition through public speaking engagements.

• Provide testimony at legislative hearings, participate in workshops and conferences, and engage in media interviews.

• Support established coalitions and collaborate with the Gov Ops team on focused policy and legislative initiatives.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 10+ years of leadership experience.

• A blend of state and local government experience followed by roles in advocacy or government relations.

• Required experience in state lobbying; lobbying solely within a large municipality is inadequate.

• Demonstrated success in lobbying for multi-state legislation on contentious political matters.

• Proven leadership in a legislative enablement role, managing policy and government relations at an enterprise level.

• Experience as the primary leader of a policy or government relations function.

• In-depth understanding of the state and local legislative processes.

• Strong background in legislative defense, glitch bills, and intricate political strategies.

• Experience in staff management and project management.

• Experience overseeing remote teams and contract lobbyists.

• Exceptional time management, organizational, and research capabilities.

• Ability to prioritize tasks and handle a high volume of work in a fast-paced, hyper-growth environment.

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

• Capability to draft legislation and policy memos.

• Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite.

• Comfortable using CRM and legislative tracking software.

• JD or an advanced degree in public policy, public administration, political science, planning, or a related field is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

• Unlimited paid time off (PTO).

• A purposeful career dedicated to protecting children and enhancing public safety.

• Opportunity to engage in BusPatrol’s culture of safety, learning, and teamwork.

• Work with a team of innovators utilizing AI and smart technology for social good.

• An inclusive and diverse workplace environment.

• Bonus opportunities available (additional compensation).