Application Guide
How to Apply for Policy & Partnerships Manager, Denver
at Veo
🏢 About Veo
Veo is revolutionizing urban mobility by providing sustainable shared bikes and scooters to reduce car dependency, focusing on environmentally friendly transportation solutions. The company stands out for its mission-driven approach to transforming city landscapes through micromobility, making it an ideal workplace for those passionate about urban sustainability and innovative transit.
About This Role
As the Policy & Partnerships Manager in Denver, you'll develop and manage micromobility markets by building relationships with city officials, community groups, and businesses. This role is impactful because it directly shapes Veo's expansion and compliance in Denver, ensuring sustainable operations and promoting the company's mission to reduce car reliance.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day involves meeting with Denver city officials to discuss partnership terms, coordinating with Veo's Operations team on compliance updates, and strategizing with the Market Entry team on expansion plans. You might also attend community events to build local support and travel to stakeholder meetings to advance Veo's micromobility initiatives.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who Veo Is Looking For
- Has 3-5 years in public-private partnerships, urban planning, or transportation policy, with a JD being a strong plus
- Demonstrates proven experience in fostering community partnerships and navigating local government structures
- Possesses strong cross-functional skills to collaborate with Engineering and Operations teams for market alignment
- Is adept at balancing competing stakeholder interests and providing strategic guidance on compliance matters
📝 Tips for Applying to Veo
Highlight specific experience with Denver's transportation policies or previous work in Colorado's urban development sector
Emphasize any background in micromobility, shared transportation, or sustainable urban initiatives
Detail examples of managing public-private partnerships, including metrics on successful community engagements
Showcase your ability to liaise between technical teams (Engineering/Operations) and government stakeholders
Mention any travel or event attendance related to transportation advocacy or policy conferences
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Your direct experience with public-private partnerships in transportation or urban planning', "Specific knowledge of Denver's micromobility landscape or local government dynamics", 'Examples of fostering community partnerships that led to operational sustainability', "How you've advised on compliance and policy initiatives in previous roles"]
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Veo's current operations in other cities and their partnership models
- → Denver's specific micromobility regulations and recent transportation initiatives
- → Local advocacy groups or community organizations focused on sustainable transit in Denver
- → Veo's mission and how it aligns with reducing car dependency in urban areas
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying without specific examples of public-private partnership experience
- Failing to demonstrate knowledge of Denver's local government or transportation policies
- Overlooking the cross-functional aspect of the role, especially collaboration with Engineering and Operations
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
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