California Public Policy Manager

Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company with a mission to make it safe and easy for people and things to get where they’re going.
Since our start as the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, Waymo has been focused on building the Waymo Driver—The World’s Most Experienced Driver™—to improve everyone's access to mobility while saving thousands of lives now lost to traffic crashes.
Our Waymo Driver powers Waymo One, our fully autonomous ride-hailing service, as well as Waymo Via, our trucking and local delivery service.
To date, Waymo has driven over 20 million miles autonomously on public roads across 25 U.
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cities and conducted over 20 billion miles of simulation testing.
At Waymo, we are mission-driven and believe deeply in the opportunity of autonomous driving technology to improve mobility and make people's lives better.
We are united by purpose and responsibility (for our employees and riders alike).
We are looking for kind, committed, employees who have integrity, dream big, work together as one team and create a sense of belonging for one another that is the foundation of our culture.
We want each team member to feel welcomed and included in every step of our exciting journey.
The Waymo Policy and Government Affairs team has a front seat in this exciting moment in the evolution of autonomous driving technology, transportation and tech policy.
Successful navigation of the policy landscape is critically important to deploying and scaling our business.
Our team works directly with policymakers and third party groups at the national, state and local levels to help advance transportation policy, educate on the safety benefits of the technology, and advance consumer awareness and acceptance.
Internally, our efforts support the innovative work of engineering, product, strategy, and partnerships teams, and we work closely with highly-skilled legal and safety experts.
You will be based remotely in Sacramento, CA and report directly to the Senior Manager, State Policy and Government Affairs.
In this role, you'll: Engage directly with California state policymakers, regulators, industry partners, and opinion leaders to shape policy and political dialogue throughout the state.
Track current and emerging political activity at the state level while implementing policy strategy that benefits Waymo’s users and business.
Collaborate with the City, Regulatory Compliance, Product, Communications and Federal Policy teams.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with California state elected officials, their staff, regulators, and other external partners.
Work with other teams at Waymo to ensure up-to-date knowledge of company plans and reporting policy political developments with analysis.
Collaborate on development, and implement campaign-style plans for our state policy initiatives.
Collaboratively manage state consultant relationships and represent Waymo in state and industry trade associations.
At a minimum we'd like you to have: 5-7 years of experience of public policy experience within government, or relevant nonprofit, public interest groups, companies, or industry associations; ideally at least 2+ years working specifically on technology or transportation policy issues 3-5 years of experience working within California state legislature, state agency, or policy advocacy organization, and a deep knowledge of State legislative dynamics, and process.
A well-developed network of relationships with key figures across the California legislative and policy landscape.
Experienced at diplomatically advocating complex policy positions before a variety of audiences Hands-on legislative and regulatory analytics experience, including drafting and editing legislation.
Strong preference for direct experience with transportation-related regulatory agencies at state and city levels.
It's preferred if you have: Political networks and experience in the Bay Area and / Los Angeles area Knowledge of the policy environment surrounding self-driving passenger and commercial vehicles Knowledge of future of work, labor, and workforce development policy issues Knowledge of privacy, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and other public policy issues related to data-driven industries Bachelor’s degree, law degree, MPP While at Waymo, you will enjoy benefits that cover… Health and wellness: Our people are at the heart of everything we do.
At Waymo, you can enjoy top-notch medical, dental and vision insurance, mental wellness support, a Flexible Spending Account (FSA), a Health Saving Account (HSA), and special wellness programs.
Financial wellness: Your financial peace of mind is important to us.
At Waymo, we offer competitive compensation, bonus opportunities, equity, a generous 401(k) plan, 1-on-1 financial coaching, a 529 College Savings Plan and lots of other perks and employee discounts.
Flexibility and time off: Take the time you need to relax and recharge.
Enjoy the flexibility to work from another location for four weeks per year.
We support an on-site or hybrid work model and offer remote working opportunities, paid time off, bereavement, sick, and parental leave.
Supporting families: When it comes to growing your family or caring for your loved ones, you have our full support.
Enhanced leave options include paid parental leave (birthing parent gets 24 weeks of paid leave with up to 4 weeks of additional leave before their due date, and non-birthing parent gets 18 weeks of paid leave), and 20 days of subsidized backup childcare or adult/elder care.
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Access to fertility care or adoption support as you grow your family.
Community and personal development: At Waymo, you’ll find a range of opportunities to grow, connect, and give back.
We offer education reimbursement, personal and professional development, mentorship, and other ways to connect through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), other internal groups, and even time off to volunteer.
Cool perks: Access to Google offices, cafes, wellness centers, massages, and so much more.
To support your wellbeing at home, you can enjoy at-home fitness and cooking classes, and more.
The expected base salary range for this full-time position across US locations is listed below.
Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors, including exact work location, experience, relevant training and education, and skill level.
Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the role location or, if the role can be performed remote, the specific salary range for your preferred location, during the hiring process.
Waymo employees are also eligible to participate in Waymo’s discretionary annual bonus program, equity incentive plan, and generous Company benefits program, subject to eligibility requirements.
Salary Range $162,000—$201,000 USD We appreciate your interest in Waymo.
Waymo is an equal employment opportunity employer, committed to maintaining a supportive and inclusive workplace for all employees.
Waymo does not discriminate against, and prohibits harassment of, any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Waymo will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law.
Waymo is committed to ensuring equal opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities.
If you are an individual with a disability and require an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please let the recruiting team know or email waymo-candidatesupport@google.
com.
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