Public Policy Manager, State

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Team Introduction:
We are looking for a talented, driven and experienced government relations professional to support our growing Global Public Policy team. The Public Policy Manager, State will report to the Head of State Public Policy (US) and help lead TikTok's regional state policy efforts that are critical to the success of the business.

The Global Public Policy team's work spans across a broad and diverse range of functions and workstreams, including government affairs and government relations; policy and issue area expertise; risk and crisis management and mitigation; outreach, coalitions, and partnerships; and philanthropy. The mission of the Global Public Policy team is to prevent, manage, and mitigate political, legislative, and regulatory threats to TikTok and to promote a political, legislative, and regulatory environment that supports growth and innovation for our business.

Responsibilities:
- Maintain and build relationships with state policymakers and political figures
- Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders such as legal, communications, and the policy team on public policy matters to help guide the development of products, services, and policies
- Advocate, internally and externally, policy positions that benefit and protect the TikTok user community
- Identify, monitor, and analyze relevant policy trends, legislative proposals, and issues of importance to the company
- Articulate our policy positions in briefing papers, consultation responses, and internal policy meetings
- Execute strategies for engaging with policymakers around issues important to Tiktok and our community of creators
- Prioritize state regulatory and legislative action

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
- 5 years of experience in Public Policy or Government experience and internet policy.
- Knowledge of the State legislative process.
- Advocacy experience.
- Ability to understand the business implications of public policy and ability to work well as part of a team.
- Excellent government relations skills.
- Outstanding writing skills and the ability to distill complex policy issues into simple explanations.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion, with prioritization and multi-tasking skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
- JD or advanced degree in Political Science, International Affairs, Government, Public Affairs, related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Public Policy or Government experience in a multi-state region or setting.

TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.

TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://shorturl.at/cdpT2.

Job Information

[For Pay Transparency] Compensation Description (annually)

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $150400 - $266000 annually.

Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.

Our company benefits are designed to convey company culture and values, to create an efficient and inspiring work environment, and to support our employees to give their best in both work and life. We offer the following benefits to eligible employees:

We cover 100% premium coverage for employee medical insurance, approximately 75% premium coverage for dependents and offer a Health Savings Account(HSA) with a company match. As well as Dental, Vision, Short/Long term Disability, Basic Life, Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance plans. In addition to Flexible Spending Account(FSA) Options like Health Care, Limited Purpose and Dependent Care.

Our time off and leave plans are: 10 paid holidays per year plus 17 days of Paid Personal Time Off (PPTO) (prorated upon hire and increased by tenure) and 10 paid sick days per year as well as 12 weeks of paid Parental leave and 8 weeks of paid Supplemental Disability.

We also provide generous benefits like mental and emotional health benefits through our EAP and Lyra. A 401K company match, gym and cellphone service reimbursements. The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.