Government Relations Manager

How We Work

We're an AI-forward company, and we expect every person on our team to be too. We use AI tools to do our best work — drafting, analyzing, building, and shipping faster than we could without them — and we invest in training, share what works, and govern AI use thoughtfully. We don't expect you to be an expert when you start. We do expect you to be curious, willing to learn, and ready to use the best tools available to move our mission forward.

We're remote-first, mission-driven, and built for people who want to do work that matters with people who hold a high bar.

Who We Are

We are a team of advocacy and legislative professionals working to drive change through rulemaking, community organizing, and coalition building to support our policy priorities. Our small but impactful team is composed of creative problem-solvers dedicated to advancing transportation equity through strategic government relations.

• Monitor, analyze, and track legislative and regulatory activity across assigned markets to identify business risks and opportunities.

• Build and maintain working relationships with policymakers, agency staff, legislative aides, and third-party advocates.

• Draft high-impact position papers, testimony, comment letters, and internal policy memos.

• Support the coordination of external lobbyists and advocacy consultants in assigned jurisdictions.

• Partner with cross-functional teams, including Legal and Operations, to translate policy developments into actionable business guidance.

• Represent HopSkipDrive in stakeholder meetings, coalition convenings, and public forums.

• Contribute to internal reporting on legislative status, hearing calendars, and advocacy progress.

• Utilize AI tools to support research, drafting, and workflow efficiency consistent with team standards.

Who You Are

You are a highly organized, detail-oriented strategist with a proven track record in developing and overseeing results-driven policy campaigns. You are a skilled communicator who can navigate complex regulatory language and serve as a key advisor on all matters related to government affairs.

• At least 5-6 years of combined experience in government relations, regulatory agencies, or public policy roles.

• Proven ability to research and analyze statutes and regulations with high attention to detail.

• Demonstrated experience with the legislative process and managing relationships with external lobbyists.

• Strong ability to translate complex policy impacts into clear guidance for business stakeholders.

• Exceptional communication skills with experience serving as a public face to policymakers and governmental contacts.

• Proven track record of building relationships with diverse stakeholders to further organizational missions.

• Highly organized with the ability to manage and advance several policy initiatives simultaneously.

• Strategic mindset with the ability to identify policy-related opportunities in rapidly shifting markets.

Our Investment In You

We want you to be an owner in our company and share in executing our vision, so every full-time employee has equity. In addition, we offer flexible vacation, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, 401(k), FSA, and an opportunity to work for a uniquely positioned, VC-backed company in a hugely attractive space with significant upside potential. HopSkipDrive is proud to operate as a drug-free workplace. HopSkipDrive is also committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role is $120,000 - $135,000. This position is remote and, as such, compensation will ultimately be in line with the location in which the position is filled. Final compensation for this role will be determined by several factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skill set, certifications, and specific work location. The total compensation package for this role also includes equity stock options.

HopSkipDrive is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected class.