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Director, State Government Affairs at Magellan Health Services inc in Sacramento, California

Posted in General Business 30+ days ago.

Type: Full-Time





Job Description:

Responsible for leading all state government relations initiatives across all lines of business in one single assigned state.. Must have documented experience in assigned state influencing political, regulatory, and advocacy groups. Leads strategic policy and planning initiatives in support of our company business priorities, providing guidance and political insight to business leadership. Establishes and manages key relationships with state regulators, elected officials at all levels, and advocates so as to maintain a day- to-day understanding of state activities and possible impact to our company. Key leader in promoting sound public policy in line with our company mission and values.


  • Serves as member of the executive leadership team internally for assigned state. Engages in all key decisions with impact on state government leaders and regulators. Advises internal stakeholders as to the government relations impact operational decisions may have.

  • Positions our company as a key thought leader in the healthcare space, with an eye to existing and future business opportunities.

  • Builds and maintains a government relations team in assigned state with a focus on addressing any issue across all branches of state government. This includes contract lobbyists and consultants as appropriate.

  • Creates a company presence across both political parties and with key thought leaders across the assigned state and/or region.

  • Builds and maintains a detailed understanding of the lines of business operating in the market including but not limited to engaging in the rate setting process with internal leadership and key regulators.

  • Serves as the external facing contact and leader for positioning our company with state influencers and elected officials and regulators.

  • Works in coordination with corporate government relations, legal, regulatory, and the business to monitor and influence state agendas so as to positively impact our business development and growth strategies.


Other Job Requirements

Responsibilities
7+ years of experience in government, legislative and/or regulatory affairs is required.
5+ years of experience in healthcare/public policy is required.
Attendance of after-hours fundraisers and other functions/events, as needed.
Demonstrated understanding of the executive and legislative branch budgeting and policy process.
Established network of relationships.
Reputation for excellence and execution.
Strong communication skills.
Self-starter with strong problem-solving skills.

General Job Information

Title
Director, State Government Affairs

Grade
32

Work Experience - Required
Government Affairs, Healthcare, Public Policy

Work Experience - Preferred

Education - Required
Bachelor's - Public Health

Education - Preferred
JD, Master's - Public Health

License and Certifications - Required

License and Certifications - Preferred

Salary Range

Salary Minimum:
$127,295
Salary Maximum:
$229,105

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

This position may be eligible for short-term incentives as well as a comprehensive benefits package. Magellan offers a broad range of health, life, voluntary and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing.

Magellan Health, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Tobacco-free workplace. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled.
Every employee must understand, comply with and attest to the security responsibilities and security controls unique to their position; and comply with all applicable legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements and internal policies and procedures.





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