Public Policy Lead — Local & State Affairs

Candidate; Washington; On-site; USD 168,000 - 207,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbnb’s Public Policy team seeks to engage policymakers to explain Airbnb’s social and economic impact, and to promote fair, progressive home-sharing rules. The role covers local and state negotiations, coalition building, and strategic advocacy across a broad regional network.

Based in Oregon or Washington, the position involves leading campaigns, influencing policy developments, and representing Airbnb to government and stakeholders while collaborating with internal teams and consultants.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in direct legislative lobbying and public policy.
• Experience in government relations at local/state levels.
• Ability to understand complex regulatory issues quickly.
• Ability to manage multiple projects within a matrix organization.
• Entrepreneurial approach with a proven track record.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking to solve problems promptly.
• Results-driven with focus on high-quality outcomes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized with keen attention to detail.
• Professionalism and confidentiality in all dealings.
• Positive, solution-oriented mindset and self-starter attitude.
• Passionate about Airbnb and the sharing economy.
• Willingness to travel regularly.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop public policy campaigns to mitigate risk and promote growth.
• Develop and execute policy strategy influencing host eligibility and platform regulations.
• Represent Airbnb in meetings with government officials and stakeholders.
• Develop communications and stakeholder engagement strategies; build relationships with officials.
• Research and articulate Airbnb positions on ordinances and bills at local/state levels.
• Collaborate with internal partners and manage local consultants.
• Monitor legislation and local issues with pan-regional implications.
• Report progress and flag roadblocks in a timely fashion.

Skills

Legislative lobbying

Public policy advocacy

Policy analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Strategic thinking

Travel readiness

Entrepreneurial mindset

Team collaboration

Professionalism

Problem solving

Detail orientation

Public speaking

Job description

Airbnb’s Public Policy team seeks to engage policymakers to explain Airbnb’s social and economic impact, and to promote fair, progressive home-sharing rules. The role covers local and state negotiations, coalition building, and strategic advocacy across a broad regional network.

Based in Oregon or Washington, the position involves leading campaigns, influencing policy developments, and representing Airbnb to government and stakeholders while collaborating with internal teams and consultants.