Cambia Health Solutions

Director, Public Affairs and Gov. Relations

Utah Residents Only

Primary Job Purpose

This position supports the transformation of health care through the proactive application of policy and political strategies designed to establish Cambia as a market-leading health solutions innovator and provider of high-quality health care services. Directs, monitors and reports regulatory readiness to ensure laws, rules and regulatory issues are appropriately monitored, communicated and known across the company

General Functions and Outcomes

• Subject matter expert on state or federal policy and political activity. Develops and maintains strong relationships with legislators and is a liaison between Cambia and the legislature.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal regulatory processes and procedures. Maintains relationships with key regulators to advance Cambia’s business objectives.
• Develops and successfully implements Cambia’s proactive legislative strategy designed to advance Cambia’s business objectives.
• Develops and maintains appropriate lines of communication with regulators and works to educate them on key health care issues and policies.
• Works in partnership with the Public and Regulatory Affairs Specialist to ensure the effectiveness of Cambia in their market to develop and strengthen Cambia’s reputation and presence as a high quality health care innovator. 
• Secure key relationships and actively develop opportunities to accomplish this. Work in collaboration with more broad Cambia teams to execute on positioning campaigns and strategies.
• Coordinates and assists in the implementation of federal regulatory policies and procedures at the state level.
• Develops and implements Cambia’s proactive outreach strategy to key elected officials and other influences
• Oversees political giving and develops comprehensive giving strategies in coordination with the Vice President Government Affairs.
• Responsible for analysis of new and existing statutes and regulations to determine operational impacts to Regence health insurance products.
• Acts as a liaison between Cambia and state government to provide appropriate access and input on public policy, legislative and regulatory issues. Keeps corporate strategies in the forefront for legislative consideration.
• Monitors and intervenes as necessary in state rule-making activities to support development of consistent rules and regulations across Regence states that align with corporate strategic objectives. 

Minimum Requirements

• Demonstrated knowledge of the state or federal legislative and political processes. Proven experience working within or lobbying legislative bodies.
• Demonstrated knowledge of legislative and regulatory processes. Knowledge of regulatory rules, guidelines, enforcement and administration.
• Experience working on political campaigns or as a health policy consultant or strategist; ideally in a leadership role.
• Deep understanding of Political Action Committees (PACs) and campaign finance regulations. Ability to develop coalitions with key partners to advance business objectives.
• Proven experience working in or around strategic communications or public relations with a strong sense of political and media strategy.
• Ability to think strategically while implementing and executing on initiatives and appropriately influencing outcomes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills including presentation and public speaking.
• Ability to analyze proposed legislation and or regulations to determine impacts on the business. Experience drafting rules and amendments to regulations and legislation.
• Critically analyze and evaluate policy proposals and partner with internal groups to drive discussion and develop strategies and approaches.

Normally to be proficient in the competencies listed above

Director of Public Affairs and Government Relations would have a Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Political Science, Communications or related field and 8 - 10 years of experience in public policy or political affairs, regulatory affairs, public relations or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Master’s Degree preferred.

Work Environment

Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Travel throughout the region as required.

The expected hiring range for a Director of Public Affairs and Gov Relations is $159,800.00 - $216,200.00 depending on skills, experience, education, and training; relevant licensure / certifications; performance history; and work location. The bonus target for this position is 25%. The current full salary range for this role is $150,000.00 to $245,000.00.

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Base pay is just part of the compensation package at Cambia that is supplemented with an exceptional 401(k) match, bonus opportunity and other benefits. In keeping with our Cause and vision, we offer comprehensive well-being programs and benefits, which we periodically update to stay current. Some highlights:

• medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their eligible family members
• annual employer contribution to a health savings account ($1,200 or $2,500 depending on medical coverage, prorated based on hire date)
• paid time off varying by role and tenure in addition to 10 company holidays
• up to a 6% company match on employee 401k contributions, with a potential discretionary contribution based on company performance (no vesting period)
• up to 12 weeks of paid parental time off (eligible day one of employment if within first 12 months following birth or adoption)
• one-time furniture and equipment allowance for employees working from home
• up to $225 in Amazon gift cards for participating in various well-being activities. for a complete list see our External Total Rewards page.

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer dedicated to workforce diversity and a drug and tobacco-free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law. A background check is required.

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