Principal, State Government Affairs

What you’ll do

Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace.

The Principal, State Government Affairs will report to Scout Motors’ Director, State Government Affairs and will play a critical strategic and business role in helping to develop, implement and manage Scout Motors’ government affairs and public policy initiatives.

The essence of this role is to:

• Build the thesis, structure and implementation strategy for Scout Motors’ interactions with state and local legislators and regulatory authorities across the U.S., including lobbying and legislative efforts related to Scout Motors’ development, manufacture and sale of electric vehicles
• Develop strong relationships with key policymakers and regulators, including elected policymakers, administration and regulatory officials, and appointed staff within the respective state executive and legislative branches, to advance matters of importance to Scout Motors
• Help to build the reputation and presence of Scout Motors and its products at all levels of government
• Support the development of policy positions and strategies to advance Scout Motors’ broad strategic and business interests
• Represent Scout Motors through participation and activity in industry and advocacy groups, panel discussions and legislative hearings
• Identify, track and report to senior management as to legislative efforts and regulatory matters relating to Scout Motors’ business and operations
• Work together with other Scout Motors teams and stakeholders to build grassroots support for the Scout brand and products
• Engage and oversee consultants, lobbyists and other third parties as necessary or appropriate

Location & Travel Expectations: The responsibilities of this role require attendance at in-person meetings and events from time to time, including regular in-person meetings with state and local leaders. Applicants should be based in the U.S., able to convene in person with Scout Motors colleagues, and be able to travel to participate in negotiations and other meetings on behalf of the company. Applicants hired within driving distance of Scout Motors’ office in Fremont, California are invited to work from the office. This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.

What you’ll bring 

We expect all Scouts to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You’ll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You’ll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here's what else you'll bring: 

• Minimum 8 years of experience in governmental affairs, advocacy and public policy, automotive industry preferred
• Ability to build strong relationships and persuasively communicate messages at all levels of government
• Ability to develop and advocate for novel public policy positions and initiatives
• Strong knowledge of state and local legislative processes and political contexts of those processes, in particular in the Western U.S.
• Experience and desire to play a key leadership role in a growing public policy team that will provide strategic and business advice to senior leaders of the company
• Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal, time-management, and organizational skills
• Keen attention to detail
• Ability to work well across departments and strengthen company culture through effective collaboration

What you'll gain

The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up.  This is a chance to create something new and lasting – with an iconic brand at its foundation.  In addition, Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides, select highlights:

• Competitive insurance including:
  • Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with:
  • An employer match and immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off including:
  • 20 days planned PTO, as accrued
  • 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually
  • Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
  • Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave

Pay Transparency

This is a full-time, exempt position eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. Final salary offered will be determined based on factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Initial base salary range = $200,000-$215,000

Internal leveling code: IC6

Notice to applicants:

• Residing in San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 
• Residing in Los Angeles: Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. 
• Residing in New York City: This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.