WelbeHealth is hiring a
Director

Summary

The job is for a Director of Government Affairs at WelbeHealth, a healthcare organization that provides all-inclusive care services to seniors. The role involves developing relationships with government officials, advocating for policy priorities, and tracking relevant policy changes. Preferred location is within or near a WelbeHealth facility in California.

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 California with the willingness to travel up to 10% based on business needs

Responsibilities

• Spearhead the WelbeHealth government affairs function for assigned geography (California)
• 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 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