Health Policy and Government Relations Partner

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

📋 Description

• Spearhead the creation, execution, and assessment of health policy initiatives in alignment with the organization's objectives.

• Conduct research, analyze, and convey policy matters related to public program funding, workforce issues, and community investments.

• Track, interpret, and forecast legislative and regulatory developments that impact healthcare delivery and organizational strategy.

• Supervise the evaluation of proposed policies and regulations, offering strategic insights and recommendations to executives.

• Guide evidence-based policy stances and advocacy initiatives at both system and market levels.

• Prepare and present policy briefs, executive summaries, and official testimonies.

• Assess and relay the impact of health policies on the organization and its stakeholders.

• Act as the organization's representative in industry associations, coalitions, and policy discussions.

• Collaborate with executive leadership to align advocacy objectives with overarching enterprise strategies.

• Design and manage multi-year advocacy and policy programs.

• Counsel senior leaders on emerging socioeconomic and policy developments.

• Ensure that advocacy and government relations efforts adhere to legal, regulatory, and ethical guidelines.

• Function as the primary advisor on intricate compliance issues related to policy formulation and external interactions.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Public Administration, Economics, or a related field (required).

• Over 7 years of extensive experience in health policy (required).

• Profound knowledge of government relations along with long-term policy and program planning.

• Familiarity with state and federal legislative and executive processes, key stakeholders, and regional legislative/regulatory frameworks.

• Experience in policy research and coalition development.

• Engagement with third parties and analysis of public opinion.

• Strategic thinking coupled with plan formulation and execution capabilities.

• Proficient project management skills from inception to completion, with meticulous attention to detail.

• Flexibility in adapting to changes in the external environment and evolving company priorities.

• Ability to foster relationships, credibility, and influence among external stakeholders.

• Capacity to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.

• Strong persuasive communication skills with the ability to influence and engage others.

• Effective conflict resolution skills and the ability to manage challenging conversations.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary.

• Performance-based incentives.

• Referral bonuses.

• 403(b) plan with employer contributions (when eligible).

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.

• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.

• Life insurance coverage.

• Resources and discounts for mental health support.

• Paid time off.

• Parental leave and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) leave.

• Short-term and long-term disability benefits.

• Backup care services for children and elderly family members.

• Tuition assistance programs.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Support for continuing education.