Senior Government Relations Specialist

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We have an opportunity to join the Alliance as a Senior Government Relations Specialists in the Government Relations Department.

There is one position that can be filled in any of our three Alliance offices: Merced, Salinas or Scotts Valley.

WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

Reporting to the Government Relations Manager, you will participate in the development of statutory, contractual and regulatory filings, maintain documentation, prepare reports, and ensure timely submission. You will also conduct complex government relations related research and respond to external and internal inquiries.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

Knowledge of:

Research, analysis, and reporting methods

State and federal legislative processes

Windows based PC systems and Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel

Principles and practices of project management

Ability to:

Quickly understand Alliance functions, policies, procedures and guidelines, and Alliance roles and responsibilities related to oversight agencies

To identify and research relevant legal materials and analyze and interpret legal and contractual language

Demonstrate strong analytical and research skills, identify and troubleshoot complex issues, identify alternative solutions, and make recommendations for action

Apply critical thought and an understanding of the impact of recommendations and decisions on Alliance operations

Manage a high volume of government relations tasks

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Public Administration, Public Policy, Health Care Planning or a related field

A minimum of five years of government relations or compliance experience (a Master’s degree may substitute for two years of the required experience); or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be qualifying

OTHER DETAILS

While this position is connected to one of our Alliance offices, we are in hybrid telecommute work environment right now and we anticipate that the interview process will take place remotely.

Our Alliance office locations have officially re-opened as of May 2, 2022 and while some employees may work in full-time telecommute schedules, attendance at quarterly company-wide events or department meetings will be expected.

Based on the nature of work, this position may require onsite presence, which is dependent on business need. Details about this can be reviewed during the interview process.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement:

This position requires staff to be fully vaccinated and boosted upon their start date as a condition of employment. Proof of vaccination must be submitted at time of hire. Fully vaccinated is defined as receipt of the second dose in a 2-dose series (ex: Pfizer & Moderna vaccines) OR receipt of a single-dose vaccine (ex: Johnson & Johnson); AND receipt of the booster (if eligible); AND a 2-week period having passed since the administration of the last vaccine dose.

Additionally, all positions at the Alliance are required to meet these minimum qualifications

OUR BENEFITS

Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

Ample Paid Time Off

11 Paid Holidays per year

401(a) Retirement Plan

457 Deferred Compensation Plan

Robust Health and Wellness Program

EV Charging Stations

And many more

ABOUT US

We are a group of over 500 dedicated employees, committed to our mission of providing accessible, quality health care that is guided by local innovation. We feel that our work is bigger than ourselves. We leave work each day knowing that we made a difference in the community around us.

Join us at Central California Alliance for Health (the Alliance), where you will be part of a culture that is respectful, diverse, professional and fun, and where you are empowered to do your best work. As a regional non-profit health plan, we serve over 377,000 members in Santa Cruz, Monterey and Merced counties. To learn more about us, click here

At this time the Alliance does not provide any type of sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, ongoing basis without current or future needs for any type of employer supported or provided sponsorship.

Company info

Central California Alliance for Health
Website : http://www.ccah-alliance.org/