Head of Government Affairs & Public Policy (Remote)

Verkada; San Mateo (CA); Remote; USD 205,000 - 265,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Medical/dental/vision

401(k) match

HSA/FSA

Mental health support

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Lunch provided

Job summary

Verkada is seeking a government and policy advocate to build our Government Affairs and Public Policy functions from the ground up. You will establish our policy strategy across local, state, and federal levels and support our public sector go‑to‑market teams by leveraging relationships to create opportunities.

You will be the company’s primary policy representative, blending strategic foresight with hands-on execution, building relationships with decision-makers and leading legislative

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s or J.D. helpful but not required.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in government relations, public policy, legislative staff roles, or corporate advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement the first Government Affairs framework and policy priorities.
• Develop a scalable 50-state policy strategy across jurisdictions.
• Recruit and manage external lobbyists and consultants.
• Partner with GTM teams to unlock procurement pathways and government playbooks.
• Shape funding and procurement strategy including school safety and infrastructure grants.
• Collaborate with Legal, Product, PR, and Public Sector Sales to align policy with revenue goals.

Skills

Public policy

Government relations

Stakeholder engagement

Policy analysis

Advocacy

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree

JD or Master’s preferred

Job description

Verkada is seeking a government and policy advocate to build our Government Affairs and Public Policy functions from the ground up. You will establish our policy strategy across local, state, and federal levels and support our public sector go‑to‑market teams by leveraging relationships to create opportunities.

You will be the company’s primary policy representative, blending strategic foresight with hands-on execution, building relationships with decision-makers and leading legislative