Government Relations Manager – Chicago

BusPatrol; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly growing technology company is seeking a Government Relations Manager to enhance the adoption of school bus safety solutions in Illinois. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in public affairs, strong relationship-building abilities, and a passion for public safety. Responsibilities include developing strategic government relations plans, advocating for technology policies, and collaborating with various stakeholders to promote school safety.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Comprehensive personal time off

Opportunity to impact children's safety

Innovative team environment

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in government relations, public affairs, or similar.
• Experience with Illinois municipal/state officials.
• Strong understanding of legislative/regulatory processes in Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic government relations plans in Illinois.
• Build and maintain relationships with key municipal/state stakeholders.
• Advocate for legislative changes supporting AI school bus safety technology.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Policy, or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Location: Remote – Chicago

Travel: Local and regional travel is required, occasionally national travel may be required.

Eligible for Commission/Bonus: Yes

Education: Bachelor’s degree is required; Political Science, Public Policy, or a related field major is preferred. Master’s degree is preferred.

Experience: 3-5 years of experience in government relations, public affairs, or a related field. Proven experience working with elected officials at the Illinois municipal and/or state level. Strong understanding of the legislative and regulatory processes in Illinois.

THE OPPORTUNITY: We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Government Relations Manager to join our growing team. This role will be crucial in driving the adoption of our school bus safety solutions in Illinois. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for public safety and a proven track record of success in building and maintaining relationships with government officials at the municipal and state levels.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic government relations plans within Illinois, focusing on municipal and state-level initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including:
• Mayors, City Councilors, and other municipal officials
• School Superintendents, School Boards, and Transportation Directors
• Court staff, Prosecutors, and Law Enforcement Agencies
• State Legislators and their staff (including former Chiefs of Staff)
• Advocate for legislative and regulatory changes that support the use of AI-powered school bus safety technology.
• Conduct research and analysis on relevant legislation, regulations, and policy issues.
• Represent BusPatrol at public hearings, conferences, and other relevant events.
• Develop and implement grassroots campaigns to raise awareness of school bus safety issues.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including Sales, Marketing, and Legal, to achieve business objectives.
• Monitor and report on legislative and regulatory developments.
• Contribute to the development of best practices for government relations within the company.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in government relations, public affairs, or a related field.
• Proven experience working with elected officials at the Illinois municipal and/or state level.
• Experience working with school districts, law enforcement agencies, or other relevant stakeholders is a strong plus.
• Strong understanding of the legislative and regulatory processes in Illinois.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Passion for public safety and a commitment to making a positive impact on children's lives.
• Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Policy, or a related field preferred.

Bonus Points:

• Experience working on school safety or transportation issues.
• Experience with lobbying and grassroots advocacy campaigns.
• Experience working with technology companies.
• Experience working with numerous municipality stakeholders on public policy initiatives in IL.

BusPatrol Value Proposition

WHO WE ARE

BusPatrol is a technology company with a public safety mission. Through relentless innovation and discovery, we are strengthening trust, safety, and transparency across the student transportation space and making the trip to and from school safer for students. As a leader in smart transportation, BusPatrol brings cutting-edge AI, machine learning and IoT safety tech solutions to school buses across North America. BusPatrol’s technology has been deployed onto more buses and has been used to issue more school bus stop arm citations than any other company in the world.

WHAT WE OFFER

BusPatrol employees get:

• A competitive salary and benefits package
• Comprehensive personal time off, including volunteering and birthday days off
• An opportunity to help build a company dedicated to children’s safety
• The chance to join an innovative and dedicated team, focused on leading edge technology
• The occasion to participate in BusPatrol’s culture of safety, learning, and teamwork

BusPatrol’s school bus safety programs are violator-funded, meaning that those who break the law pay for the technology that protects children. We build solid partnerships in the communities in which we operate which, coupled with our innovative business model, leads to sustainable efforts to change driver behaviors.

HOW WE WORK

On our mission to make the journey to and from school safer for children, the way we work together and with our partners is built on foundational cultural pillars.

• SAFETYSafety is our focus, for the children we protect and for each other. We follow the letter and spirit of occupational safety law, relentlessly employ safety best practices, and foster learning and development on our worksites. We are safe to be ourselves and to make mistakes, and we create safe environments for our teams.
• CONNECTIONWe build strong relationships and teams in support of our mission. We promote and provide opportunities for employees to grow together.
• EXCELLENCEWe commit to innovation and quality work in support of our mission and each other. The children we safeguard are at the forefront of our decisions and actions and we excel on their behalf.
• IMPACTWe measure success by fulfilling our mission and keeping the company strong. We invest our time and energy in the actions that deliver results for students and for their communities.

We are looking for a valued member of the BusPatrol team to assist us in our quest to improve children’s safety. This is an important role for us and a great opportunity for the right candidate. Our environment is inclusive, diverse, ignited, built on integrity, and deeply committed.

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Minimum US Base Salary

USD $120,000.00/Yr.

Maximum US Base Salary

USD $160,000.00/Yr.