Position Summary:
We are a leading technology solutions provider focused on partnering with State Governments nationwide. Our mission is to help government entities leverage advanced technology solutions to enhance early childhood educational outcomes and efficiency. We are seeking an experienced Government Relations professional who will strategically engage with legislators and state executives, securing state funding and influencing policy to achieve company growth objectives.
You Will:
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Develop and execute strategic plans to secure inclusion in state budgets, influence policy decisions, and successfully navigate state legislative cycles.
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Build and maintain relationships with key government executives, legislators, and stakeholders within your territory.
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Collaborate effectively with internal teams to ensure alignment and achievement of company goals.
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Lead legislative and policy initiatives from proposal through passage.
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Oversee consultant relationships, including their hiring, management, and evaluation.
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Travel significantly (approximately 50%, with significant travel from December through May) to maintain and establish critical relationships and to ensure policy and legislative successes.
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Regularly visit the San Francisco office to engage with the team and attend strategic meetings.
You Have:
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Demonstrated success in passing significant legislative and appropriations initiatives.
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Strategic thinking with a proven record of influencing policy and securing funding through the state legislative process.
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Exceptional communication skills with experience clearly articulating complex ideas to varied audiences.
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Deep understanding and experience navigating state appropriations processes and legislative environments.
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Experience effectively managing external consultants, including hiring and performance oversight.
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Willingness and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and travel frequently as required.
Compensation:
Competitive base salary ($100K-$120K base), with additional bonus and equity.
What We Do
At Wonderschool (www.wonderschool.com) our mission is to ensure every child has access to early education that helps them realize their potential. There is a major shortage of childcare and preschools in the United States and we believe one of the best ways to increase access for families is to help teachers start great child cares and preschools out of their homes. We provide assistance with licensing, setting up a classroom, setting pricing, building a website, matching parents to their program, operating a school day to day, and everything in between. Our goal is to build product to let teachers focus on what they do best – caring for and educating children
