U.S. State Policy & Partnerships Manager, Global Affairs
Core
Build and operate internal systems, cross-functional coordination, and external engagement for OpenAI's state and local policy work across the United States.
Role type
Senior government and public affairs manager (state policy)
Builds
Internal operational structures, policy analysis, briefing materials, and external partnerships for state and local governments
Domain
US State and Local Government / AI Policy
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
public policy (especially tech policy), government affairs, legislative/executive work experience, project management, stakeholder management, policy analysis, strategic planning, external representation, coalition building, consultant management, writing complex policy issues
Preferred skills
AI policy experience, online safety, infrastructure, workforce, education, economic development, experience with governors/legislators/mayors, experience with NGA/NCSL/CSG/RGA/DGA, managing multi-state campaigns, building internal systems for growing teams, prior work in fast-moving tech company
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Drive team operations including planning rhythms, communications, trackers, and meeting cadences; Execute state and local policy strategy across all 50 states; Track legislative, regulatory, political, and stakeholder developments; Shepherd policy analysis and briefing materials through internal review; Translate complex technical and policy issues into clear materials; Prepare leaders for engagements with governors, legislators, mayors, and agency leaders; Represent OpenAI in external meetings, conferences, and coalitions; Identify opportunities for public-private partnerships and community engagement; Coordinate with consultants, trade associations, and external partners
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic scope