Public Sector Partnerships & Government Affairs Lead

Stealth Startup; Illinois; On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Stealth Startup seeks an experienced public-sector professional to lead partnerships and government affairs across Illinois, advancing technology-enabled school bus safety solutions.

The role combines policy expertise, stakeholder engagement, and business development to influence decisions with public officials, school systems, and law enforcement. Strong political judgment and relationship-building are essential for navigating complex, multi-stakeholder processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; related fields preferred; Master’s degree is a plus.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience with government relations, public affairs, or business development in public-sector contexts.

Responsibilities

• Identify and advance priority public-sector accounts with political, regulatory, and procurement dynamics.
• Support sales by navigating gatekeepers and decision-makers in school districts and local government.
• Participate in account planning, deal strategy, and proposals linking government insights to business goals.
• Help remove political and stakeholder barriers to high-value opportunities.
• Track the impact of government engagement on pipeline and velocity of deals.
• Develop regional go-to-market and government affairs plans across Illinois.
• Build relationships with mayors, school officials, prosecutors, and law enforcement.
• Advocate for legislative and regulatory changes supporting safe technology use in schools.
• Conduct research on legislation, regulations, and procurement practices.
• Represent the organization at public hearings and conferences.
• Develop grassroots and community engagement initiatives on school bus safety.

Skills

Policy analysis

Public policy

Public speaking

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Education

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

Master’s degree a plus

Job description

Stealth Startup seeks an experienced public-sector professional to lead partnerships and government affairs across Illinois, advancing technology-enabled school bus safety solutions.

The role combines policy expertise, stakeholder engagement, and business development to influence decisions with public officials, school systems, and law enforcement. Strong political judgment and relationship-building are essential for navigating complex, multi-stakeholder processes.