Director, State Affairs

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Kentucky.

📋 Description

• Oversee advocacy and governmental engagement initiatives throughout Kentucky and West Virginia.

• Create, coordinate, and nurture corporate partnerships with the Louisville Metro Government.

• Facilitate corporate collaboration with local community organizations.

• Act as a reliable partner to state officials, including the Governor’s offices, Medicaid agencies, legislators, and regulators.

• Promote Humana’s legislative, regulatory, and public sector business objectives.

• Collaborate with internal leaders to ensure advocacy strategies align with market growth and operational targets.

• Assist Medicaid market operations and support state and local procurement opportunities and contract pursuits.

• Track and influence policy changes to minimize risks and foster opportunities.

• Manage external consultants, state trade association memberships, and advocacy partners.

• Provide timely policy insights to internal stakeholders.

• Represent Humana at state, regional, and national forums.

• Report directly to the AVP of State Affairs.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must be a resident of Kentucky, with a strong preference for candidates based in Louisville, Kentucky.

• 8+ years of professional experience in state government, government affairs, campaigns, health policy, or advocacy roles.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as public policy, communications, health policy, political science, or business.

• Proven success in developing and implementing state-level advocacy strategies.

• Demonstrated history of achieving both short- and long-term policy or business goals.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Capable of conveying complex information clearly and producing high-quality work under tight deadlines.

• In-depth knowledge of legislative and regulatory processes.

• Understanding of how state political and public policy environments influence business outcomes.

• Ability to function effectively within a highly matrixed, fast-paced organization.

• Familiarity with Medicaid programs; preference for knowledge of Kentucky Medicaid.

• Willingness to travel 25% to the State Capitol and Humana offices for meetings.

• Home internet connection with a minimum of 25 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload speed.

• Capability to work from a dedicated space free from ongoing interruptions to protect PHI/HIPAA information.

🏝️ Benefits

• Bonus incentive plan based on company and/or individual performance.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.

• 401(k) retirement savings plan.

• Paid time off.

• Company and personal holidays.

• Paid parental and caregiver leave.

• Short-term and long-term disability.

• Life insurance.

• Personal wellness and intelligent healthcare decision support.

• Remote work arrangement.

• Requirements for a dedicated home workspace and internet for remote working.