7-10 years in public policy, government affairs, or state-level lobbying.
Proven success in advancing transportation, education, or tech-related policies.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for influencing stakeholders.
Preferred experience with public speaking and media interaction.
Excellent analytical and detail-oriented research abilities.
Highly organized, self-starter passionate about child safety and public policy.
Juris Doctorate preferred; advanced degree in public administration accepted.
Responsibilities
Conduct in-depth policy research to assess state laws.
Draft and negotiate legislative proposals with actionable insights.
Collaborate with lobbyists and advocacy groups to meet policy goals.
Work with internal teams to implement policy-related actions.
Provide expertise on regulations affecting growth and compliance.
Create materials to position BusPatrol as a leader in traffic safety tech.
Represent the company at industry events, forums, and panels.
Benefits
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Comprehensive personal time off, including volunteer and birthday days off.
Opportunity to contribute to children's safety initiatives.
Join an innovative team focused on cutting-edge technology.
Engagement in a culture of safety, learning, and teamwork.
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.
