State Policy Analyst

Brief Description

The physical location for the candidate selected must reside in the United States.

Who We Are

Susan G. Komen brings a 100% virtual working environment, and you can work anywhere within the U.S. We are a force united by a promise to end breast cancer forever. For over 40 years, we've led the way by funding groundbreaking research, community health initiatives and advocacy programs in local communities across the U.S. Susan G. Komen is the ONLY organization that addresses breast cancer on multiple fronts such as research, community health, outreach and public policy initiatives to make the biggest impact against this disease.

Komen strives to have a culture of passionate, growth-minded professionals who thrive in a team environment and work collaboratively to inspire greatness in others! We take an ongoing approach to ensure open communication from all levels throughout the organization. It’s encouraged to give and receive feedback to ensure two-way accountability with a focus on continual improvement both personally and professionally!

What you will be doing in the role of a Specialist, Congressional Policy & Advocacy

Empowered by our expansive grassroots network, Komen is leading the fight for those impacted by breast cancer locally, in our states and in Washington, D.C. Komen works to identify, through a transparent and broad-based, intensive vetting and selection process, the advocacy issues that have the greatest potential impact on Komen’s mission.

The State Policy Analyst supports and promotes Susan G. Komen’s public policy & advocacy initiatives related to breast cancer and public health policy within state governments. This individual will support state staff in analyzing and tracking cross-cutting policies impacting health care coverage prioritized by Komen's Center for Public Policy.

What You Will Bring To The Table

• Serves as subject matter expert for Komen’s Center for Public Policy, working to advance Komen’s policy agenda with state legislatures and within executive offices.
• Analyzes and monitors legislation and regulatory developments related to state Medicaid programs.
• Interprets new state laws/regulations and federal laws/regulations on health care coverage impacting states and how these policies will impact the breast community.
• Prepares policy resource materials (i.e. talking points, briefs, position statements).
• Advises internal teams on political trends and regulatory changes to inform strategy.
• Develops and maintains external relationships with state agencies and departments, as well as national organizations and partners, working in state regulatory efforts related to health care coverage.
• Collects data from various sources including State Medical Care Advisory Committees (MCAC), State Insurance Commissioners, rural health programs and coalition partners.
• Monitors the implementation of passed legislation to ensure patients are benefiting as intended.
• Promote an organizational culture that values trust, commitment to the mission, scientific integrity, and professional and organizational growth.
• All other duties as assigned.
  
  

We know you will have and be able to

• Bachelor’s Degree: Public Policy, Public Administration, Political Science, Government Affairs, Communications
• Minimum of 3 years of directly related experience with state legislatures and agencies.
• Extensive knowledge about the state legislative and regulatory processes.
• Experience successfully working with state agencies in implementation of policies.
• Proven ability to compile, analyze and interpret legislation, policies, administrative rules and guidance as well as other data as needed.
• Strong written communication, verbal communication and interpersonal skills are required for effective interaction with policymakers, volunteers and other high-profile persons.
• Ability to work both independently and in collaboration with others.
• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic policy landscape.
• Solid organizational skills and advanced-level proficiency with MS Office products.
• Able to travel to the Annual Advocacy Summit; minimal in-state travel for meetings and events.
  
  

We would love if you also have

• Experience working for or with patient advocacy organizations.
• Working knowledge of the breast cancer public policy and advocacy environment.
  
  

So, what's in it for you?

Komen believes in the importance of taking care of our employees so that in turn they can be committed to supporting our critical mission to support those impacted by breast cancer and to help find cures.

Approximate annual salary of $64,000-$82,000, exact compensation ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job level, internal equity and budget. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's skills, experience and geographic location. Additionally, this is what Komen provides away from the computer:

• Health, dental, vision and a retirement plan with a 6% employer match
• Unlimited Flexible Paid Time Off plus scheduled holidays
• Flexible work arrangement in a fully remote working environment
• Bi-weekly work from home stipend
• Parental leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• A culture of learning and development
• And so much more!
  
  

Komen provides a remote and/or home-based working environment for all active employees. Komen defines remote as the ability to work from any physical location within the U.S. where an employee can perform specified work duties without disruption or distraction. Komen defines home-based roles as positions that are required to reside in a specific market. Work schedules for both remote and home based are determined by the organizational needs of each department.

Susan G. Komen is fair and equal in all its employment practices for people without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status or sexual orientation. Additionally, we embrace Diverse Teams & Perspective, and we find strength in the diversity of cultural backgrounds, ideas, and experiences.

SORRY NO AGENCIES

The physical location for the candidate selected must remain within the contiguous United States. In the event a move is expected to occur by the candidate selected, it must be pre-approved by Komen's HR team prior to the move.