DIRECTOR OF GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS / REMOTE 
Work is remote, however regular Travel will be required.
Candidate Must be Located in California
150-200K Bonus Equity

Essential Job Duties:

· Spearhead the government affairs function for assigned geography

· Develop and implement an effective engagement strategy that results in outstanding relationships with elected officials and administration staff in designated states · Oversee and leverage contract staff, including lobbyists and consultants

· Direct advocacy efforts to facilitate resolution of legislative and regulatory issues

· Communicate policy priorities in order to achieve Government Affairs department goals and initiatives

· Track, synthesize, and communicate internally relevant government policy changes (laws, regulations, guidance) impacting PACE to internal stakeholders

Job Requirements:

· Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience engaging with state legislators, legislative and committee staff, and/or administrative appointees and staff within the healthcare industry

· Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of experience independently handling legislative bills, budget proposals, and/or administration policy or budget efforts from initial conception through completion

· Strong public policy writing experience required

· Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred

· Must reside on the West Coast (California required) with the willingness to travel based on business need (Sacramento, DC, our market locations)

· Government affairs work experience within the healthcare industry required

· Medical insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)

· Work/life balance – we mean it! 17 days of personal time off (PTO), 12 holidays observed annually, sick time