Vice President, Government Affairs – Public Policy

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

📋 Description

• Lead and establish the Government Affairs & Public Policy function at Chapters Health.

• Design and implement strategies for federal and multistate government affairs that align with strategic goals and the organization’s mission.

• Provide counsel to senior leadership and collaborate across departments to pinpoint and mitigate government policy risks and seize opportunities.

• Enhance Chapters Health’s standing with policymakers and amplify its influence in public policy matters.

• Offer strategic management of external lobbying efforts and the political action committee (PAC).

• Develop and spearhead a comprehensive government affairs strategy for both federal and multistate levels.

• Oversee state government affairs initiatives, ensuring alignment with federal strategies.

• Drive and impact federal and state legislation and policies concerning reimbursement, Medicare and Medicaid, regulatory frameworks, tax incentives, patient access, and healthcare reforms.

• Represent Chapters Health in Washington, D.C., significant state markets, coalitions, trade associations, public hearings, and policy discussions.

• Cultivate bipartisan relationships with policymakers, congressional staff, state officials, agency executives, HHS, CMS, FDA, and other stakeholders.

• Lead engagement efforts with Congress, committees, federal and state agencies, legislatures, and regulators.

• Coordinate executive involvement in hearings, briefings, and policy forums, preparing senior leaders for interactions with government officials.

• Manage external lobbyists, government affairs consultants, and advisors.

• Supervise PAC governance, compliance, contribution strategies, stakeholder engagement, and resource management.

• Collaborate with the COO, senior management, Legal, Compliance, Clinical, Medical Affairs, and other relevant parties.

• Convert organizational goals and healthcare advancements into compelling policy narratives.

• Establish metrics and reporting systems to assess government affairs, lobbying, PAC, and advocacy initiatives.

• Build, lead, and nurture a high-performing team focused on federal and state government affairs.

• Act as a prominent external leader, enhancing relationships throughout the healthcare ecosystem.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 15 years of progressively responsible experience in government affairs, public policy, advocacy, or a related field within healthcare.

• A Bachelor's degree is required; an advanced degree (MBA, MPH, JD, PhD, or a related field) is highly preferred.

• Proven track record in developing and executing federal and multistate government affairs strategies within a complex and highly regulated environment.

• Strong negotiation and influence skills, with demonstrated success in shaping federal and state healthcare policy, legislation, and regulatory matters.

• Extensive knowledge of U.S. healthcare policy, including Medicare, Medicaid, reimbursement, healthcare regulation, and relevant federal agency requirements.

• Experience managing and overseeing external lobbyists, government affairs consultants, and advocacy partners in federal and/or state markets.

• Preferred experience in PAC strategy, governance, compliance, contribution strategy, and fund management.

• Strong political acumen with a proven ability to foster effective bipartisan relationships with policymakers, regulators, government officials, and other external stakeholders.

• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement capabilities, with the ability to function effectively in ambiguous, complex, and rapidly evolving environments.

• Demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performing teams and work collaboratively within a complex, matrixed organization where influence without direct authority is vital.

• Agreement to undergo drug and/or alcohol testing following a conditional employment offer.

• Commitment to ongoing compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

• Verification of eligibility through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse following a conditional offer and maintenance of ongoing eligibility.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.

• Retirement savings plan with company match.

• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.

• Professional development opportunities and continued education support.