State Affairs Outreach, Senior Program Manager

The Hiring Range For This Role Is

128,659.47 - 198,256.42

This is the lowest to highest salary we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the hiring range and this hiring range may also be modified in the future. A candidate’s position within the hiring range may be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs. This job is also eligible for annual bonus incentive pay.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, 11 holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance, generous 401(k) matching, lifestyle spending account and many other benefits to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Job Description Summary

This position will work to achieve the State Affairs team's advocacy and Plan support objectives. Executes strategies that advance BCBSA's legislative and regulatory objectives, advocating for BCBSA's policy priorities. Develops and maintains productive relationships with assigned national organizations of state officials' and other key stakeholders. Represents BCBSA and the Blue System at state-based officials' meetings, events, and related conferences. Works collaboratively across the broader Association, and with the Plans to inform and execute strategies for issues impacting Plan business while staying current on the range of health policy issues that directly impact the insurance industry.

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Relationship Building: Develops and strengthens relationships with national organizations of state officials and related groups to monitor and influence legislative and regulatory developments. 30%
• Representation and Advocacy: Represents BCBSA at state-based meetings and events, providing summaries to inform strategies, and advocates for BCBSA and Plan positions. 30%
• Monitoring and Strategy Execution: Monitors state activities impacting Plan business, collaborates with Plans to develop and execute advocacy strategies, and leads state health policy projects. 15%
• Strategic Insight and Collaboration: Provides political insights on policy priorities, engages in interdepartmental groups, supports coalitions, and collaborates across External Affairs to build BCBSA positions. 15%
• Independent and Creative Action: Works with State Affairs leadership to develop strategic objectives, uses contacts to keep staff informed of developments, and leverages information to formulate strategies. 5%
• Comprehensive Understanding: Maintains a thorough understanding of Plan business interests, policy goals, and assesses legislative impacts. 5%
  
  

Education

Required Education, Certifications and Experience:

• Preferred Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience
  
  

Experience

• 7+ Years experience working in State Government, State Officials organizations or government affairs experience communicating policy views and knowledge of State government environment Required
  
  

Knowledge Skills And Abilities

• Strong understanding of the health care industry and the State legislative and regulatory environment, including health insurance issues and legislative policy developments
• Demonstrated proficiency with database, legislative tracking and research programs, and other information tracking software Working knowledge of state level grass roots organizing and/or coalition development, a plus
• Ability to synthesize complex problems and public policy issues, identifying business implications and advocating for recommended outcomes Demonstrated ability to collaborate in groups and be a team player, with knowledge of state government processes and procedures
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills to influence decision/policy makers Ability to influence, negotiate, and persuade others, demonstrating strong judgment, decision-making skills, and political acumen
• Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills, with project management, analytical, planning, and presentation abilities, and the ability to build and sustain effective relationships.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Teams
• Experience working in State Government, State Officials organizations or government affairs. Experience communicating policy views and knowledge of State government environment.
• Experience working in state government on health or insurance related issues. Experience working with National Organizations of State Officials (NGA, NCSL, NAAG, NASHP) and political groups (RGA/DGA, DAGA/RAGA, RLCC/DLCC)