Associate Director Government Affairs

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Associate Director Government Affairs
The candidate will advocate for federal legislative and regulatory health care issues to advance the University’s mission of research, teaching and patient care. Through regular contact with leadership and internal experts, conduct risk analysis and evaluate the potential financial and/or policy impact of new policy proposals on the institutions. Establish and maintain effective professional relationships with internal and external constituencies, particularly members of Congress, their staff, and members of the executive branch. Alert the Team Leader/Director regarding proposed changes to legislative or regulatory issues that impact the institution and develops/proposes an institutional response. Participate in office-wide strategic planning to ensure attention to legislative and regulatory environment and priorities. Collect and/or analyze data to answer policy questions through self-initiated research and analysis. Employ strong analytical capabilities, to define problems to interpret and synthesize complex information. Serve on and/or monitor internal University committees or workgroups. Actively participate in trade association and ad hoc alliance activities. A Bachelor's degree required. Advanced degree in law, policy, or related field preferred. 5+ years of legislative or regulatory experience or a record of achievement in directing government relations efforts in the area of federal health care policy required. Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills required. Ability to serve as registered lobbyist on behalf of the institution and be primary contact for elected officials and external constituencies required. Demonstrated ability: to prepare decision documents, policy briefs, bill summaries, testimony, and talking points for internal and external use; to develop and enhance materials for publication, web posting and internal briefings such as biographic information on elected officials, financial charts of historical data and presentation slides required. Direct experience in Congress or federal agency working in health matters and previous experience or knowledge of academic medicine preferred.

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