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State Consulting Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

$154K - $193K/yr

Job details Job Role Principal - Business Consulting Work Location Atlanta, GA, Boston, GA, Bridgewater, NJ, Chicago, IL, Dallas, TX, Houston, TX, New York, NY, San Francisco, CA, Seattle, WA State ...

In this role, you will support strategic and technical consulting engagements for health plans, providers, pharmacy benefit managers, and federal and state government clients. You will contribute to ...

In this role, you will support strategic and technical consulting engagements for health plans, providers, pharmacy benefit managers, and federal and state government clients. You will contribute to ...

In this role, you will support strategic and technical consulting engagements for health plans, providers, pharmacy benefit managers, and federal and state government clients. You will contribute to ...

Senior Consultant

Auburn, CA ยท On-site

$80 - $100/hr

... Consulting provides an Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and does not discriminate on any basis protected by local, state, or federal laws, including, but not limited to ...

In this role, you will support strategic and technical consulting engagements for health plans, providers, pharmacy benefit managers, and federal and state government clients. You will contribute to ...

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What is the difference between State Consulting vs State Analyst?

AspectState ConsultingState Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, industry-specific certifications often preferredBachelor's degree, often with certifications in data analysis or public policy
Work EnvironmentConsulting firms, government agencies, project-basedGovernment offices, public sector agencies, research settings
Employer & Industry UsageConsulting firms, private sector clients, government projectsState government departments, public policy institutions
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for project scope and client interactionCompared for policy analysis and data-driven decision making

State Consulting involves providing expert advice to government agencies or private clients on projects, often with a focus on strategic solutions. State Analysts typically analyze data, develop reports, and support policy decisions within state government. While both roles require similar educational backgrounds and work in government-related environments, consulting emphasizes external client projects, whereas analysts focus on internal policy and data analysis.

What cities in California are hiring for State Consulting jobs? Cities in California with the most State Consulting job openings:

Regional Head of U.S. State and Local Policy, WEST

Waymo

Mountain View, CA โ€ข Hybrid

$139K - $171K/yr

Other

Posted 21 days ago


Job description

The Waymo Policy and Government Affairs team has a front seat in this exciting moment in the evolution of autonomous driving technology, transportation and tech policy. Successful navigation of the policy landscape is critically important to deploying and scaling our business. Our team works directly with policymakers and third party groups at the national, state and local levels to help advance transportation policy, educate on the safety benefits of the technology, and advance consumer awareness and acceptance. Internally, our efforts support the innovative work of engineering, product, strategy, and partnerships teams, and we work closely with highly-skilled legal and safety experts.

In this hybrid role, you will report to an Director, U.S. State & Local Public Policy and Political Campaigns.

You will:

  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of regional public policy managers driving state and local legislative and regulatory goals across the Western region.
  • Synthesize regional political intelligence and regulatory developments into actionable, strategic insights for senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
  • Partner with cross-functional leaders (Legal, Communications, Product, Safety) to align policy initiatives with core business objectives and protect Waymo's freedom to operate in key markets (CA, AZ, TX).
  • Formulate and execute the comprehensive policy roadmap and strategic priorities for the Western U.S., including rigorous budget allocation and resource optimization.
  • Oversee state consultant networks and represent Waymo's interests as a leading voice in industry trade associations, coalitions, and public forums.
  • This role reports directly in the Director of U.S. State and Local Policy and Public Policy Campaigns.

You have:

  • Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Law, Communications, or a related field;ย 
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in government affairs, public policy, or political advocacy, with a proven track record of managing policy issues in tech, transportation, or highly regulated sectors.
  • Expert knowledge of state and local legislative processes and political dynamics in the Western U.S., supported by a deep, established network of political stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated capability to diplomatically translate complex technical and regulatory concepts into persuasive advocacy strategies for diverse audiences.
  • Exceptional executive communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Proven experience managing substantial government affairs budgets, optimizing resources to achieve strategic policy victories.
  • Extensive experience directing contract lobbyists and managing strict compliance with state and local lobbying disclosure and ethics regulations.

We prefer:

  • Direct experience in autonomous vehicle (AV) policy, emerging mobility, or advanced technology regulation.
  • Advanced degree
  • Proven track record of managing and coaching people managers or senior policy professionals.
  • Prior experience serving in government, legislative offices, or regulatory agencies.
  • Experience leading policy initiatives within a fast-growing, innovative technology company.
  • Expansive, active political networks and direct legislative advocacy experience across key expansion states in the Western, Southwestern, and Midwestern U.S.

Travel Requirements:

  • Up to 40%