Manager, Public Policy
Company websiteamazon.com (Amazon, opens in new tab)
Base salary $138,500 to $187,300
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Virtual Location - New Jersey, NJ
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- LocationVirtual Location - New Jersey, NJ
- WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (2 h ago) · observed since
About this job
Come build a futurewith Amazon Public Policy. The Manager, Public Policy will help develop and execute Amazon’s public policy efforts at the state and local level in New Jersey.
You will create and execute state and local government affairs objectives in New Jersey. This position will be responsible for engaging on state legislation, working with outside consultants, and interacting with our trade associations. This position will also support local government outreach, and establish relationships with public officials in communities where Amazon operates. They will attend policymaker conferences and be responsible for building positive relationships.
Key job responsibilities
- Work collaboratively with our policy and business teams to ensure alignment between business priorities and public policy goals.
- Assess and anticipate public policy matters, oversee and execute external advocacy efforts, and drive key initiatives.
- Assess and communicate potential government activities
- Develop strategies and positions, coordinate external advocacy efforts, outreach programs, and key initiatives.
- Educate government stakeholders on a wide range of policy areas.
- Coordinate advocacy and to represent Amazon issues to policymakers on issues related to our business.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- 8+ years of public policy experience
- Experience in transportation operations and industry knowledge
- An ability and desire to travel is required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience interacting with government agencies on technology policy.
- An expert understanding of the legislative and regulatory policy process and the technology industry.
- New Jersey government experience
- Expert skills in advocacy and using spoken and written rhetoric to persuade and inform.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and experience creating and effectively delivering factual, relevant, and easily understandable talking points and other messaging.
- Broad government relations strategy experience.
- Ability to maintain the highest personal levels of ethical conduct, confidentiality, and integrity.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, NJ, Virtual Location - New Jersey - 138,500.00 - 187,300.00 USD annually
Source: Amazon · View original posting (opens in new tab)
Pay in context
This role's base floor ($138,500) is above 49% of the 157 Government Admin & Policy roles nationwide listed on this site; 6 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $138,500; the middle half runs from $115,000 to $160,300.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 7, 2026.
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Manager, Economic Development Policy$138,500 to $187,300
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Policy Manager, AWS Public Policy$138,500 to $187,300
Manager, Public Policy$138,500 to $187,300
Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Manager, Public Policy (this listing) | $138,500 - $187,300 |
| Senior Ad Policy Manager, Ads Trust Policy | $138,500 - $187,300 |
| Manager, Public Policy - Pennsylvania, AWS State and Local Public Policy | $138,500 - $187,300 |
| Manager, Economic Development Policy | $138,500 - $187,300 |
| Manager, Public Policy | $138,500 - $187,300 |
| Policy Manager, AWS Public Policy | $138,500 - $187,300 |
| Manager, Public Policy | $138,500 - $187,300 |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-07-20
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: US, NJ, Virtual Location - New Jersey
USA, NJ, Virtual Location - New Jersey - 138,500.00 - 187,300.00 USD annually
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