BusPatrol

Director of Public Policy

BusPatrol$225K — $250K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7-10 years in public policy, government affairs, or lobbying at the state or municipal level.
  • Proven track record in advancing policy initiatives related to transportation, education, or technology.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills for influencing and negotiating with stakeholders.
  • Preferred experience in public speaking and media engagement.
  • Robust analytical and research skills with meticulous attention to detail.
  • Highly organized self-starter with a problem-solving mindset and a passion for child safety.
  • Preferred Juris Doctorate/law degree or an advanced degree in public administration or a related field.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct state-by-state analysis of laws and regulations related to traffic safety.
  • Draft and negotiate legislation, providing analyses and strategic recommendations to leadership.
  • Collaborate with external lobbyists and advocacy partners to fulfill policy goals at the state level.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to translate policy needs into actionable steps.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on legislative and regulatory issues affecting growth and compliance.
  • Create briefing materials and policy papers to establish BusPatrol as a leader in traffic safety technology.
  • Represent the organization at conferences, policy forums, and other public engagements.
  • Contribute to communication strategies for coalition-building and stakeholder engagement.

Benefits

  • Remote work flexibility across the United States with preference for candidates in major metropolitan areas.
  • Opportunity to impact Child Safety initiatives directly through policy advocacy and technology.
  • Collaborative work environment across diverse teams focused on traffic safety.
  • Participation in national conferences and industry events to advance professional visibility and networks.
  • Engagement in meaningful work that contributes to public safety and child protection.
Full Job Description
Overview

Location:

This role is open to candidates across the United States; however, preference will be given to those based in or near the following metropolitan areas:
  • New York City Metro Area
  • Boston, MA
  • Washington, DC
  • Austin, TX or Houston, TX
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • Los Angeles or San Francisco, CA
  • Seattle, WA


Overview

BusPatrol is seeking a strategic and detail-oriented professional to join our team as Director of Public Policy and Government Relations. This role is ideal for someone with strong political strategy skills, excellent writing and communication abilities, and deep knowledge of state and local laws. The Director will support policy development, coalition building, and communications strategy to advance traffic safety initiatives through technology. This position plays a critical role in shaping legislation, guiding compliance across our business, and helping advance BusPatrol's mission of keeping children safe on the journey to and from school.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct state-by-state policy research and analysis to identify differences in laws and regulations.
  • Draft and support the negotiation of legislation, providing analysis and recommendations to leadership.
  • Partner with external contract lobbyists and advocacy partners to advance state-level policy goals.
  • Collaborate across internal teams - operations, product, legal, government ops, finance, and implementation - to translate policy requirements into actionable steps.
  • Provide subject matter expertise on regulatory and legislative issues impacting growth and compliance.
  • Develop briefing materials, legislative summaries, and policy papers to position BusPatrol as a thought leader in traffic safety technology.
  • Represent BusPatrol at conferences, policy forums, and industry events; participate in panels and speaking engagements as needed.
  • Contribute to the development of communication strategies that support coalition-building and stakeholder engagement.


Qualifications

  • 7-10 years of experience in public policy, government affairs, or lobbying at the state or large municipal level.
  • Demonstrated success advancing policy initiatives in transportation, education, or technology-related areas.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate, and educate stakeholders.
  • Experience with public speaking and media engagement preferred.
  • Strong analytical and research skills with attention to detail.
  • Highly organized, self-starter, and problem solver with a passion for child safety, transportation, and public policy.
  • A Juris Doctorate/law degree is preferred; however, an advanced degree in public administration or a similar field will be accepted.


Minimum US Base Salary

USD $225,000.00/Yr.

Maximum US Base Salary

USD $250,000.00/Yr.

About BusPatrol

BusPatrol is a Canadian transportation technology company that specializes in the development of safety solutions for school buses. The company provides a wide range of services, including video surveillance, stop-arm enforcement, and driver behavior monitoring. BusPatrol serves a diverse customer base, including school districts, transportation companies, and government agencies, and operates in a variety of regions, including North America and Europe. The company was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec.
Learn more about BusPatrol
Size
50 employees
Industry
Founded
2019
Revenue
$5 million

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