Director of Government Affairs

Overview

Full-Time

Director of Government Affairs

Michigan - Remote$85,000/annually

Earn More with Industry Leading BenefitsWhen paired with our competitive compensation, our industry-leading benefits are here to support you in your professional and personal journey. We offer:  

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance for you and your family
• Life Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability
• 403(B) with Company Matchup to 5%
• Wellness Program & Gym Membership Benefits
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Holidays

The Career & Support You Deserve Get the best of both worlds! Develop your skills as a leader, all while making an enormous impact in patients’ lives. 

• Onboarding & Training: We offer a comprehensive onboarding and training process that starts on your first day with us. 
• Mentorship & Development: Your career goals are closer than ever! Get one-on-one mentorship with our experienced operations team leaders to accelerate your career.  
• Room to Grow: When it is time for the next step in your professional journey, we are ready to help you reach your next destination with career path options that suit your professional and personal goals. 
• Tuition Assistance: With education assistance, continue on your journey of learning and furthering your professional development.
• Network of Support: You have team of experts to support you so you can concentrate on your job tasks

You May Be a Good Fit for The Position If You…  

• Have exceptional communication skills, and a friendly personality
• Thrive on providing outstanding service and care
• Are mission-driven and are eager to care for underserved communities
• Can work with interruptions and effectively manage multiple priorities

We are also looking for the following: 

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MPH, MPA, JD, or related field) preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in health policy, government affairs, public health advocacy, or nonprofit leadership, with a focus on Medicaid, dental access, or healthcare equity.
• Familiarity with federal and state Medicaid dental policy.
• Experience advocating for safety-net providers or community health centers (CHCs/FQHCs).
• Knowledge of oral health workforce policy, including dental hygiene and mid-level providers.

If this all appeals to you, we encourage you to apply today!

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Responsibilities

Position Summary

The Director of Government Affairs leads the organization's advocacy and policy initiatives to improve access to oral healthcare, reduce disparities, and advance public oral health at the local, state, and federal levels. This position works closely with public health leaders, lawmakers, managed care payers, professional organizations, regulatory agencies, and community stakeholders to promote equitable oral health policy solutions that address systemic barriers to care.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

Policy Development & Advocacy

• Analyze, develop, and advocate for legislation, regulations, and funding proposals that expand access to dental care, improve oral health equity, and support public health systems.
• Monitor and respond to public health policy trends and legislative activity in Medicaid dental coverage, community water fluoridation, workforce expansion (e.g., dental therapists), and community-based dental programs.
• Draft public comments, policy briefs, fact sheets, and testimony related to oral health legislation and initiatives.

Government & Legislative Affairs

• Serve as the organization’s primary liaison to elected officials, health departments, Medicaid agencies, and regulatory bodies.
• Build bipartisan relationships with state and federal legislators, their staff, and public health agency leaders to enable access to continuous funding for MCDC.

Strategic Partnerships & Coalition Building

• Collaborate with national and state coalitions, nonprofit organizations, dental schools, and advocacy partners on shared oral health policy goals.
• Lead or support coalitions focused on underserved populations, rural oral health, or social determinants of health.

Community & Grassroots Engagement

• Support grassroots networks, including community health workers, safety-net dental providers, and oral health advocates.
• Provide advocacy training, toolkits, and technical assistance to local partners and public health professionals.

Internal Leadership & Representation

• Serve as a member of the leadership team, aligning policy work with organizational goals.
• Represent the organization at public hearings, conferences, and stakeholder meetings.
• The ability to work a flexible schedule that may include travel up to 10-20% of the time (meetings, conferences, and advocacy events, etc.)
• All other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Strong knowledge of oral health systems, community-based dental care models, and public health infrastructure.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for policy writing, public speaking, and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to analyze complex legislation and translate it into strategic action.
• Experience working in diverse, equity-focused, or underserved communities.

Qualifications

Job Specifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MPH, MPA, JD, or related field) preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in health policy, government affairs, public health advocacy, or nonprofit leadership, with a focus on Medicaid, dental access, or healthcare equity.
• Familiarity with federal and state Medicaid dental policy.
• Experience advocating for safety-net providers or community health centers (CHCs/FQHCs).
• Knowledge of oral health workforce policy, including dental hygiene and mid-level providers.

Salary : $85,000