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The Pennsylvania State University

$18/hr

Per Penn State Policy, we are unable to hire individuals for this position who will be residing in the following states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota ...

Humana

Director, State Affairs - Texas

Austin, TX · Remote

This role advances Humana's policy priorities, strengthens key state relationships, and supports business growth through strategic advocacy and public sector engagement. As the face of Humana in ...

CICONIX, LLC

Senior Policy Analyst

Hyattsville, MD · On-site

Evaluate federal and state policies, regulations, and program data to identify trends, gaps, and implications for ASPE priorities. * Develop policy options, recommendations, and decision-support ...

CICONIX, LLC

Senior Policy Analyst

Hyattsville, MD

Evaluate federal and state policies, regulations, and program data to identify trends, gaps, and implications for ASPE priorities. * Develop policy options, recommendations, and decision-support ...

CICONIX, LLC

Senior Policy Analyst

Hyattsville, MD

Evaluate federal and state policies, regulations, and program data to identify trends, gaps, and implications for ASPE priorities. * Develop policy options, recommendations, and decision-support ...

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As of Jun 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for state policy in the United States is $104,760.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,000.00 and $127,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between State Policy vs State Regulations?

AspectState PolicyState Regulations
Credentials/CertificationsTypically involves policy analysts, legislative aides, or government affairs specialists with backgrounds in political science, public policy, or lawOften requires legal or regulatory expertise, sometimes with certifications in compliance or law
Work EnvironmentLegislative offices, government agencies, think tanksRegulatory agencies, government departments, compliance offices
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by government bodies, advocacy groups, and policy organizations to shape laws and policiesApplied by regulatory agencies to enforce laws and create detailed rules
Search & Comparison IntentPeople compare State Policy roles with State Regulations to understand policy development vs enforcement

State Policy involves developing and advocating for laws and policies, while State Regulations focus on implementing and enforcing those laws through detailed rules. Both roles are essential in the legislative process but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Policy & Regulatory Affairs Manager

Zoox

Foster City, CA

$137K - $187K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

 

The Policy and Regulatory Affairs at Zoox is a cross-functional organization responsible for advancing Zoox's public policy, regulatory, and political goals, including working with state regulatory agencies, legislators, executive branch, and policymakers. 

The Policy and Regulatory Affairs Manager will support Zoox's state policy portfolio, providing important project management, public policy analysis, and help to implement Zoox's state policy strategy.  To fulfill the primary responsibilities of this role, this person will help represent Zoox in certain state-level trade associations, organizations, and meetings with policymakers and regulators.  

This position is located at Zoox headquarters in Foster City, CA.  Limited travel within the US may be required. 

 
In this role, you will...
  • Support the strategic development and cross-functional execution of state and local regulatory permitting initiatives.
  • Assist in driving engagement with regulators and policymakers to secure critical approvals and advance Zoox's mission in alignment with our safety-first operational principles.
  • Assist in engagement efforts with state and local regulators, policymakers, industry stakeholders, and key opinion leaders to shape policy and regulatory outcomes, ensuring alignment with Zoox's safety-first operational principles.
  • Support the tracking and communication of state and local-level policy and regulation/rulemakings (e.g., state rulemakings on AVs) to inform Zoox's political strategy, while aligning with safety-first principles.
  • Support cross-functional teams-including Legal, Safety, and Communications-in the development of strategies and applications, helping ensure up-to-date knowledge of company plans and reporting of policy developments.
  • Support the development and maintenance of strong relationships with state and local regulators and agencies, consistent with our safety-first operational commitments.
  • Support Zoox's participation and representation in trade associations, industry, and political events, promoting our safety-first operational standards.
Qualifications
  • 5+ years of government relations or public policy experience within government and/or relevant nonprofits, public interest groups, companies, or industry association
  • Exceptional project management and organizational skills, with experience successfully supporting the execution of multiple complex, cross-functional projects simultaneously
  • Skilled and experienced at persuasively and diplomatically advocating complex policy positions, aligned with Zoox's safety-first operational principles, before a wide variety of audiences
  • Experience in analyzing and summarizing complex policy and regulatory proposals, crafting succinct and informative materials to support Zoox policy and regulatory affairs objectives
  • Knowledge of state and local regulatory dynamics and decision-making
  • Possesses a meaningful regulatory and political professional network
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience with a state legislature, executive office or department, or regulatory body with oversight of technology, transportation and/or autonomous vehicles
Bonus Qualifications
  • Advanced Degree (J.D., MBA, MPP, MPA, etc.)
  • 3+ years working on transportation technology policy
  • Experience with policy and regulatory affairs related to autonomous vehicles, specifically working with state agencies with oversight authority
  • Experience working with state level regulatory agencies
$137,000 - $187,000 a year
There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position.
 
Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long-term care insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, and life insurance.
About Zoox
Zoox is developing the first ground-up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and the supporting ecosystem required to bring this technology to market. Sitting at the intersection of robotics, machine learning, and design, Zoox aims to provide the next generation of mobility-as-a-service in urban environments. We're looking for top talent that shares our passion and wants to be part of a fast-moving and highly execution-oriented team.

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Accommodations
If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to [email protected] or your assigned recruiter.

A Final Note:
You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Zoox, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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