Manager Of State Government Relations

Summary

Join Help at Home as the Manager of State Government Relations, a remote position vital to executing state-level government affairs strategies. Monitor and analyze legislative developments, keeping stakeholders informed and translating policy changes into actionable insights. Actively contribute to policy development and strategy, ensuring the organization's voice is heard. Develop relationships with government officials and industry colleagues. Manage communications and ensure compliance with lobbying regulations. This role reports to the SVP of Government Relations and requires a Bachelor's degree and 7+ years of relevant experience.

Requirements

• Collaboration and team building skills
• Capable of analyzing complex information requests and identifying and understanding emerging policy trends
• Experience in communicating and writing comments to government agencies and/or other legislative bodies
• Excellent organizational, time management, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines within a fast-paced environment
• Methodical, detail oriented, efficient, organized
• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Ability to analyze and synthesize substantial amounts of written information to accomplish job goals and tasks
• ���Can do” attitude in approaching challenges
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships
• Analytical, planning and project management skills, as well as the ability to prioritize and shift multiple issues and projects without compromising quality results
• Bachelor’s degree is required
• 7+ years of experience in government relations and legislative advocacy, with a focus on policy analysis and formulation
• Experience in healthcare or a related field, preferably with expertise in Medicaid policy and/or government-funded programs

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze legislation, regulations, emerging issues, and industry trends that could impact the organization
• Prepare /share legislative updates for senior leadership and key internal stakeholders
• Develop and maintain relationships with key government officials as well as industry colleagues, association staff, and retained lobbyists/consultants
• Represent company externally, including participation in state association meetings and advocacy days, hearings and other public forums, and as needed, helping to coordinate legislative meetings, briefings and related activities
• Assist with research and analysis of existing, emerging, and historical public policy issues collaborating with and serving as advisor to internal stakeholders to determine business impact and to develop strategic plans to manage the issue both externally and internally, anticipating and projecting trends, developments, threats, and opportunities
• Draft policy papers, legislative proposals, and public comments
• Manage communication related to government affairs, including newsletters and social media updates
• Manage compliance with lobbying disclosure requirements and ethics regulations
• Maintain accurate records of lobbying activities and expenses

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in healthcare or a related field, preferably with expertise in Medicaid policy and/or government-funded programs

Benefits

• Direct deposit
• Healthcare, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and parental leave
• 401k
• Ongoing, in-depth training opportunities
• Meaningful work with clients who need your help
• Career growth and experience with an industry leader with 40+years of history in a high-demand field