Director, Government Affairs

Sacramento, California, United States

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$165,000 – $215,000Compensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Biotechnology, Public Safety, GovernmentIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and have 8+ years of experience lobbying elected officials and staff in state government. Demonstrated experience creating and implementing advocacy campaigns relevant to state government and major municipalities is required, along with an established political network across the western U.S., particularly in California. Strong public speaking skills and a track record of building relationships and solving complex problems collaboratively are essential, as is comfort working in a fast-paced startup environment and a passion for the company's mission.

Responsibilities

The Director of Government Affairs will engage directly with elected officials and public policy stakeholders to educate them on Flock Safety's contributions to public safety. This role involves developing policy engagement strategies for the western U.S. region, managing outside consultants, and shaping the public policy environment at state and local levels to support business priorities. Responsibilities include managing complex policy campaigns, both proactive and reactive, on behalf of Flock Safety.

Skills

Government Affairs

Policy Engagement

Strategy Development

External Affairs

Public Safety Technology

Flock Safety

License plate reader cameras for crime prevention

About Flock Safety

Flock Safety provides a system aimed at enhancing public safety through crime prevention while ensuring privacy and reducing bias. The main product is a network of license plate reader cameras that capture essential vehicle information, which helps in solving crimes. These cameras utilize machine learning technology to ensure that the data collected is objective and ethically used. Flock Safety serves a variety of clients, including neighborhoods, businesses, and law enforcement agencies in over 1,000 cities. The company operates on a subscription model, where clients pay for the installation, maintenance, and access to data and analytics. This approach not only generates a steady revenue stream but also allows clients to benefit from ongoing updates and support. Flock Safety's goal is to create safer communities by providing effective crime prevention tools that respect individual privacy and foster trust between the public and law enforcement.

Atlanta, GeorgiaHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$372.2MTotal Funding

SERIES_ECompany Stage

Government & Public Sector, Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Unlimited PTO

12 paid holidays

Fully-paid health benefits

16 weeks of parental leave

Work from home allowance

Learning & development stipend

Home office stipend

Risks

Privacy concerns may lead to legal challenges affecting ALPR technology operations.

Integration of drone technology may increase operational costs and financial strain.

Economic downturns could reduce client spending on subscription-based services.

Differentiation

Flock Safety integrates ALPR cameras with AI for unbiased crime-solving data.

The company offers a full-service, maintenance-free technology solution for public safety.

Flock Safety's platform combines community power to enhance safety across cities and businesses.

Upsides

Acquisition of Aerodome enhances drone technology for public safety solutions.

Partnership with MS2 expands AI Traffic Analytics capabilities for state agencies.

Solar-Powered Condor video solutions increase market penetration in infrastructure-lacking areas.

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