Share Email Opening Title Manager of Legislative Affairs  About the Organization America's Essential Hospitals (AEH) is the leading association and champion for hospitals dedicated to equitable, high-quality care for all, including those who face social and financial barriers to care. Since 1981, America's Essential Hospitals has advanced policies and programs that promote health, health care access, and equity. We support our more than 300 members with advocacy, policy development, research, education, and leadership development.   Description JOB TITLE: Manager of Legislative Affairs CURRENTLY IN POSITION: Vacant POSITION SUMMARY: The manager of legislative affairs will support America's Essential Hospitals' advocacy efforts by establishing and maintaining relationships with key congressional staff, organizing grassroots and stakeholder initiatives, engaging member hospitals in federal advocacy efforts, and supervising operations of association PAC. REPORTS TO: Vice President of Legislative Affairs PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES*: Developing AEH's message regarding safety net policy issues Conducting legislative outreach and communicating AEH's advocacy messages and policy positions with members of Congress and legislative staff Assisting in planning and executing legislative events and Hill briefings for congressional staff, including materials preparation Developing advocacy materials such as message cards, talking points and briefing packets for AEH staff and members Educating association members on legislative and policy issues and effective advocacy efforts through teleconferences, webinars and in-person meetings Working with AEH's advocacy team to motivate AEH members to contact Congress regarding time-sensitive legislative priorities Representing association Political Action Committee (PAC) at political events for members of Congress Supervising day-to-day operations of association PAC, including fundraising, disbursements, and legal/regulatory compliance Assisting the development of and implementation of PAC fundraising and contribution strategies Representing AEH at coalition meetings with other national associations and attending hearings and other meetings as necessary Working with other AEH departments to coordinate advocacy activities, including education and conference planning, membership and research Monitoring legislative status of issues as assigned Helping to coordinate AEH's member government relations committee Traveling to AEH member facilities and participating in AEH conferences as appropriate * The above statements reflect the general duties and responsibilities necessary to describe the principal functions of the job, as identified, and shall not be considered an exhaustive list of job responsibilities which may be inherent in the position. Responsibilities are subject to change.   Position Requirements MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: Possesses a good understanding of federal lobbying and has existing bipartisan relationships with legislative staff Strong analytical writing and verbal communications skills Highly organized and skilled in synthesizing complex materials Creative thinker Positive customer service attitude Proven ability to work on a team PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Knowledge of health care financing and legislation Ability to think strategically MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years of political experience focusing on health care issues and/or Master’s degree and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience Capitol Hill staff experience strongly preferred   Location America's Essential Hospitals   EOE Statement America's Essential Hospitals is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other characteristic protected by law.   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://AMERICASESSENTIALHOSPITALS.appone.com WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category -- None found -- Other Jobs Within 60 Miles -- None found --

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