Health Care Policy Manager - State/Federal Government Affairs

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Track and summarize state and federal legislation, committee activity, government reports, and related materials.
• Develop advocacy content, including bill summaries, infographics, letters, and strategic communications.
• Build and maintain bipartisan relationships with Congressional offices and state lawmakers.
• Lead or support direct advocacy efforts at both the state and federal levels on behalf of clients.
• Train and prepare advocates to effectively share their stories and policy positions in state legislatures and on Capitol Hill.
• Contribute to the development and execution of client policy and advocacy strategies.
• Manage relationships with clients' state-based lobbyists and coordinate on-the-ground efforts.
• Engage with coalitions and trade associations to support broader stakeholder alignment.

Must-Have

• 2 to 4 years of experience in state and/or federal policy, with a strong focus on healthcare.
• Experience with Medicaid is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a bipartisan manner and engage effectively with various stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex policy information.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Proven ability to build trusted relationships with clients, policymakers, and advocacy partners.