Regional Legislative & Policy Advocate

About the role

The Regional Legislative & Policy Advocate is responsible for establishing and maintaining Delta Dental's influence and advocacy with state legislatures and regulators, and building relationships with key stakeholders such as dental associations, industry groups, and state and local business associations. This individual develops a deep understanding of the legislative landscape by identifying, monitoring, and analyzing legislative proposals within a region of states, and using those insights to recommend and carry out advocacy to mitigate or support legislation as needed to execute Delta Dental's strategic goals. This role is a go-to thought leader in their region and is responsible to oversee and assign tasks to lobbyists in their assigned states.

Requirements

• Reside in one of the following states: Louisiana, Alabama, Texas, Florida, Mississippi, or Georgia.
• Certified Paralegal license.

Qualifications

4+ years with a Bachelor’s degree; additional experience may be accepted in lieu of education or degree. A minimum of 4 years related experience in legal affairs, government affairs, public policy or similar; direct experience in policy and/or advocacy work highly preferred. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate business processes and recommend effective solutions. Legal research and analysis skills. In-depth knowledge of the legislative process. Organization and time management skills including the ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail. Computer skills including Word, Excel, SharePoint, Westlaw, etc. Knowledge of and ability to execute process and data-driven structured analysis techniques. Highly effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills; demonstrated ability to effectively and comfortably interact at all corporate and political levels. General understanding of healthcare and insurance operations.

Benefits

• Competitive base and incentive pay
• 401(k) with robust matching and non-matching contributions
• Rich medical & pharmacy benefits
• 100% employer-paid dental and vision benefits
• Holistic wellbeing program with deep financial incentives
• Generous paid time off plus 12 paid holidays and your birthday off
• Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement; recognition program
• Family support: adoption assistance, fertility treatment, child, elder & pet care assistance
• Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
• Employee discount program

Pay

Pay Grade 21. $80,500 - $174,300.