Government Affairs and Public Policy Manager – Cities

Zoox

Lead government affairs and public policy for Zoox's autonomous services expansion in Southern California and Arizona. Engage with local governments and community organizations to reimagine mobility solutions.

Posted 6/26/2026full-timeLos Angeles • Arizona, California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $130,000 - $178,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and own the strategy for political and community engagement in southwestern cities
Develop and maintain relationships with local officials, their staff, regulators, and other key external stakeholders
Track current and emerging political activity and policy developments
Represent Zoox at community and political events
Manage locally-based political consultants
Support the larger policy team by developing briefings, researching legislation, and managing complex, cross-functional projects
Work closely with other teams at Zoox, including Legal, Communications, and Safety teams, to ensure up-to-date knowledge of company plans and report on policy/political developments with clear analysis.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Possess 8+ years of public policy experience within government, nonprofits, public interest groups, or industry associations.
Demonstrate a proven track record of successfully building, implementing, and evaluating complex public policy and government affairs initiatives.
Leverage an extensive political and community network within the Los Angeles metropolitan area.
Apply a keen understanding of the political landscape and sentiment across diverse jurisdictions.
Exhibit exceptional leadership, project management, and organizational capabilities.
Conduct high-level research and comprehensive policy analysis.
Advocate effectively for complex policy positions before diverse and influential audiences.
Communicate with clarity and impact through superior interpersonal, verbal, and written skills.
Utilize specialized experience in transportation policy or relevant urban planning practices.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Long-term care insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off (e.g., sick leave, vacation, bereavement)
Unpaid time off
Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights
Amazon RSUs

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Hard Skills & Tools

public policypolicy analysisproject managementlegislation researchtransportation policyurban planning

Soft Skills

leadershiporganizational capabilitiesinterpersonal skillsverbal communicationwritten communication