Director of Government Affairs
About the role
Drive congressional advocacy on issues that shape the future of healthcare. Represent Epic before federal policy makers and serve as a key voice on legislative issues affecting healthcare technology.
Responsibilities
- Develop government relations strategies that advance pro-innovation policies that put the patient at the heart of healthcare and help providers succeed in an evolving regulatory environment.
- Primary focus on federal affairs, building and sustaining relationships across the House and Senate while partnering with government affairs teams at health systems, hospital associations, and other key healthcare stakeholders to drive aligned, high-impact initiatives.
Requirements
- Relevant experience: 6+ years
- Education: Bachelor's degree or greater (any major)
- Travel: Up to 30% of working days
- Work authorization: Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
- Location: Relocation to the Madison, WI area (reimbursed)
Qualifications
- History of academic and professional success
- Willingness to travel up to 30% of working days
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to build and sustain relationships
- Experience in government relations
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Merit-based compensation
- Annual raises and bonuses
- Stock grants
- Four-week sabbatical after five years
Pay
Compensation is competitive and reflects the impact your work has on the company and our customers.
Schedule
Full-time position with flexible work arrangements.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Retirement plans
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee wellness programs
Living in Madison, WI
Live affordably in a city known for its rising tech talent. Epic is located just outside Madison, Wisconsin, the second fastest growing market for tech talent in the United States and home to the state capital and the University of Wisconsin. Madison, a city surrounded by water, has received accolades for being the greenest city in America (NerdWallet), the best city for renters (SmartAsset), the fittest city in America (Fitbit), and the third best metro in the US for young professionals (Forbes Advisor).