Public Policy & Government Relations Lead, CA & Southwest

DoorDash, Inc.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 136,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with employer matching

Paid parental leave (16 weeks)

Wellness benefits

Commuter benefits match

Paid time off and paid sick leave

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Family-forming assistance

Mental health program

Job summary

DoorDash is seeking a proven Public Policy leader based in Sacramento to support government relations in California and drive public engagement in the U.S. Southwest, including Arizona, Nevada, and New Mexico.

You will build strong relationships with policymakers, industry groups, and community partners, collaborating with cross-functional teams. You will translate complex policy issues into clear updates for executives and stakeholders, while guiding regional campaigns and ensuring DoorDash

Qualifications

• BS or BA from an accredited university.
• 4+ years of government or public policy experience for corporate clients or government at the state level.
• Willing to travel 30–40% of the time.
• Deep understanding of government relations, lobbying strategies, and coalition-building.
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills and strategic thinking.

Responsibilities

• Support government relations in California and lead public engagement across the U.S. Southwest (AZ, NV, NM).
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across region; work with Public Affairs, Communications, and Legal.
• Serve as a regional leader on the Policy team from Sacramento and translate policy issues into clear, actionable updates.

Skills

Advocacy skills

Public engagement

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Policy communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

DoorDash is seeking a proven Public Policy leader based in Sacramento to support government relations in California and drive public engagement in the U.S. Southwest, including Arizona, Nevada, and New Mexico.

You will build strong relationships with policymakers, industry groups, and community partners, collaborating with cross-functional teams. You will translate complex policy issues into clear updates for executives and stakeholders, while guiding regional campaigns and ensuring DoorDash