The opportunity
Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company with the mission to be the world's most trusted driver. Since its start as the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, Waymo has focused on building the Waymo Driver—The World's Most Experienced Driver™—to improve access to…
What you'll do
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of regional public policy: managers driving state and local legislative and regulatory goals across the Western region.
Synthesize regional political intelligence and regulatory developments into: actionable, strategic insights for senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
Partner with cross-functional leaders (Legal, Communications, Product,: Safety) to align policy initiatives with core business objectives and protect Waymo's freedom to operate in key markets (CA, AZ, TX).
Formulate and execute the comprehensive policy roadmap and strategic: priorities for the Western U.S., including rigorous budget allocation and resource optimization.
Oversee state consultant networks and represent Waymo's interests as a: leading voice in industry trade associations, coalitions, and public forums.
This role reports directly in the Director of U.S. State and Local Policy and Public Policy Campaigns.
What they're looking for
- Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Law, Communications, or a related field;
- + years of progressive experience in government affairs, public policy, or: political advocacy, with a proven track record of managing policy issues in tech, transportation, or highly regulated sectors.
- Expert knowledge of state and local legislative processes and political: dynamics in the Western U.S., supported by a deep, established network of political stakeholders.
- Demonstrated capability to diplomatically translate complex technical and: regulatory concepts into persuasive advocacy strategies for diverse audiences.
