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Summary:

Meta is seeking a highly organized and proactive Public Policy Associate to support operational processes and project management related to state and local political contributions, campaigns, and engagements. The ideal candidate will have experience in operational functions related to public policy, legislative engagement, advocacy, and campaign operations, as well as effective analytical, project management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.This role collaborates closely with Finance, Legal, Communications, and other Public Policy teams to advance Meta’s state and local priorities. Candidates should demonstrate a keen interest in public policy and familiarity with Meta products.

Required Skills:

Public Policy Associate (Operations) – State & Local Policy Responsibilities:

1. Operations and Cross-Functional Collaboration: Manage planning, logistics, and tracking for budgets, contracts, legislative work, political engagement, and partner initiatives. Maintain and improve team trackers, documentation, and operational processes. Support rapid-response efforts and time-sensitive cross-functional projects

2. Stakeholder Engagement: Coordinate and plan engagement with external state and local policymaker organizations. Manage assets for engagements, including visuals, sponsorship materials, and recap communications

3. Legislative & Policy Support: Track, organize, and operationally support advocacy efforts on state legislation across the United States Develop briefing materials, assessments, and presentations as needed

4. Internal Strategy & Execution: Drive processes leading to clarity and alignment on key priorities for the State & Local Policy Team. Provide timely updates and briefings to leadership and internal stakeholders. Manage multiple projects simultaneously and ensure timely delivery across stakeholders

5. Move with a sense of urgency and remain responsive while collaborating with a global team

6. 30% domestic travel required

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

7. Bachelor’s degree

8. 5+ years of experience in state public policy, government affairs, advocacy, political engagement, finance, or related fields

9. Effective understanding of state legislative processes and stakeholder engagement

10. Demonstrated experience executing advocacy campaigns and cross-functional initiatives

11. Effective analytical, problem-solving and communication skills

12. Proven project and event management experience managing multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment

13. Work autonomously with effective organizational skills and attention to detail

14. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace, familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

15. Proven experience to rapidly earn trust and operate effectively with cross-functional partners

16. Experienced user of Google Sheets (budget experience preferred), Quorum, and similar tools

17. Demonstrated experience managing complex timelines, cross-functional dependencies, and competing priorities

18. Experience working in a high-energy, hands-on, campaign-like environment

Public Compensation:

$119,000/year to $177,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

**Industry:** Internet

Equal Opportunity:

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at [email protected].