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Senior Director, Northeast Policy
EverDriven is the nation’s leading provider of alternative student transportation, partnering with school districts to serve students who need it most—including those experiencing homelessness, living with disabilities, or outside traditional bus routes. Our tech-enabled, human-led model helps remove barriers to learning through safe, reliable transportation.
Since 2006, we’ve helped organizations solve complex transportation challenges through strong partnerships, dependable service, and a people-first approach. Guided by integrity, ownership, and collaboration, we move with urgency, lead with data, and never settle. Our success is driven by people who bring curiosity, accountability, and a commitment to continuous growth.
EverDriven is seeking a Senior Director, Northeast Policy to design and execute state-level policy campaigns across key Northeast markets. This role is central to advancing EverDriven’s policy priorities at the intersection of education, transportation, and technology, and to strengthening the company’s relationships with policymakers, regulators, and aligned stakeholders throughout the region.
The Senior Director will lead day-to-day government and stakeholder engagement efforts, manage external partners, and serve as EverDriven’s primary policy presence in the Northeast. This role requires a sophisticated understanding of state policy ecosystems, strong political instincts, and the ability to navigate complex regulatory and political environments while advancing a mission-driven agenda.
Salary Range: $175,000 - $200,000/year, based on experience + bonus potentialLocation - Remote, must reside in the Northeast
- Policy Strategy & Campaign Execution: Design and lead state-level policy campaigns across Northeast states that advance EverDriven’s priorities in education, transportation, and technology. Develop proactive and defensive strategies to respond to legislative, regulatory, and administrative developments that affect the company’s operations and growth.
- Government & Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as EverDriven’s primary representative to elected officials, regulators, and senior government staff in assigned Northeast states. Build and sustain trusted relationships while managing day-to-day interactions that influence policy outcomes and regulatory decision-making.
- Coalition Building & External Partnerships: Develop and maintain coalitions with advocacy groups, industry associations, school districts, and aligned partners to advance shared policy goals. Represent EverDriven in external forums and coordinate collective action to strengthen the company’s policy impact and credibility.
- Management of External Partners: Oversee and coordinate government relations firms, consultants, and other external advisors operating in Northeast states. Ensure outside partners are aligned with EverDriven’s strategy, messaging, and execution priorities.
- Internal Collaboration & Leadership: Partner closely with the Chief Policy & Compliance Officer and cross-functional teams to align regional policy efforts with national strategy and business objectives. Provide timely analysis, updates, and recommendations to senior leadership to inform decision-making.
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
- 8–10 years of experience in public policy, government affairs, political organizing, or advocacy roles
- Demonstrated success leading statewide or multi-state political, policy, and/or regulatory efforts within the Northeast
- Direct experience with political campaigns, legislative offices, advocacy organizations, or issue-based organizing
- Deep knowledge of education policy, transportation policy, and/or technology policy
- Proven ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships in politically sensitive environments
- Experience working in or alongside regulated industries such as education, transportation, or technology
- Track record of effectively managing external government relations firms or consultants
- Strong political judgment, policy fluency, and strategic problem-solving skills
- Outgoing, resilient, and adaptable leader with exceptional communication skills and a high degree of independence and accountability
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Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
- Virtual Doctor Visits with $0 Co-Pay
- Life Insurance (company paid)
- Short Term Disability Insurance (company paid)
- Long-Term Disability Insurance (company paid)
- Flexible Time Off (FTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time to Volunteer
- Flex Spending Account (FSA)
- 401K Plan (with an awesome employer match!)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Discounts Program
Equal Opportunity Employer
EverDriven is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We are committed to maintaining a respectful, professional workplace where employees are evaluated and supported based on performance and potential.
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