Government Relations Lead – Safer Streets, Startup Equity

Obvio Inc.; College Park (MD); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Obvio Inc. is seeking a Government Relations Manager to lead state and local legislative campaigns as we expand into new states and cities.

You will work with our Head of Government Relations to execute campaigns, build relationships with officials, and conduct policy research that turns strategy into results. This hands-on role requires 5–8 years in public affairs, strong written and verbal communication, and the ability to travel to target states.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in state or local government relations, public affairs, campaigns, or related field.
• Experience supporting or executing state/local legislative campaigns (tracking bills, coalition work, stakeholder outreach).
• Strong understanding of state legislatures and local government processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for officials and external meetings.
• Highly organized with ability to track multiple states and timelines.

Responsibilities

• Support and execute state and county-level campaigns across multiple states with strategy guidance.
• Track legislative developments and flag risks and opportunities to leadership.
• Build and maintain relationships with local officials, staffers, and coalition partners.
• Coordinate with lobbyists and consultants during active sessions.
• Draft materials for GR communications—talking points, testimony, and briefing documents.
• Represent Obvio at city council meetings, hearings, and stakeholder events.
• Support coalition-building with local advocates and safety organizations.
• Maintain tracking of bill status, contacts, and campaign timelines.

Skills

State government relations

Public affairs

Campaign management

Policy communications

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Travel readiness

Job description

Obvio Inc. is seeking a Government Relations Manager to lead state and local legislative campaigns as we expand into new states and cities.

You will work with our Head of Government Relations to execute campaigns, build relationships with officials, and conduct policy research that turns strategy into results. This hands-on role requires 5–8 years in public affairs, strong written and verbal communication, and the ability to travel to target states.