WelbeHealth is hiring a
Director in United States

Summary

The job is for a Government Affairs professional to manage the organization's relationships with regulators and elected officials in Oregon and Washington. The role involves spearheading government affairs, developing engagement strategies, overseeing contract staff, directing advocacy efforts, communicating policy priorities, and tracking relevant government policy changes.

Requirements

• Minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years of relevant experience engaging with state legislators, legislative and committee staff, and/or administrative appointees and staff
• Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of experience independently handling legislative bills, budget proposals, and/or administration policy or budget efforts from initial conception through completion
• Strong public policy writing experience required
• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred
• Must reside in Oregon with the willingness to travel up to 10% based on business needs

Responsibilities

• Spearhead the WelbeHealth government affairs function for assigned geography (Oregon & Washington)
• Develop and implement an effective engagement strategy that results in outstanding relationships with elected officials and administration staff in designated states
• Oversee and leverage WelbeHealth contract staff, including lobbyists and consultants
• Direct advocacy efforts to facilitate resolution of legislative and regulatory issues
• Communicate WelbeHealth’s policy priorities in order to achieve WelbeHealth’s Government Affairs department goals and initiatives
• Track, synthesize, and communicate internally relevant government policy changes (laws, regulations, guidance) impacting WelbeHealth PACE to internal stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

Health or human services experience preferred

Benefits

• Medical insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Work/life balance – we mean it! 17 days of personal time off (PTO), 12 holidays observed annually, sick time
• Advancement opportunities - We’ve got a track record of hiring and promoting from within, meaning you can create your own path!
• And additional benefits