The State Government Affairs Associate will serve as a subject matter expert on the State Government Affairs (SGA) team within the Advocacy Division of the ACC, closely monitoring, analyzing, and communicating pertinent state government activity, including legislation, regulation, and case law that impact ACC's mission, programs, and member interests. Reporting to the Team Leader, State Government Affairs, this person will provide critical and timely information and make thoughtful recommendations and action plans in support of the team's strategic objectives.
This position is based in Washington, DC where we have a hybrid work environment (two days per week in the office).
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Create and execute efficient processes for monitoring and analyzing pertinent state government activity, including legislation, regulation, and case law.
Analyze a wide range of proposed state legislation, regulation, and policies and work directly with relevant staff and state/chapter leaders to advise and help develop position or course of action for chapter.
Serve as the primary point of contact for interactions with state government officials and agencies.
Proactively engage with policymakers to educate them about ACC, address concerns, and advocate for policy solutions.
Lead legislative tracking for the state government affairs team. monitoring bills, regulations, and policy proposals related to healthcare.
Work directly with ACC governors, chapter executives, ACC chapter/BOG staff, and other stakeholders to advance and/or defend policy positions.
Build, enhance, and evaluate chapter advocacy engagement and provide educational and communication materials for chapters.
Develop and draft letters/comments, testimony, issue briefs, and other written policy instruments.
Collaborate internally, educating SGA team, Advocacy team, members, and other stakeholders on key state government affairs issues and proposed legislation.
Serve as peer lead and mentor to other members of the SGA team, and help to onboard and train new members of the team.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of experience with state government affairs, preferably with a medical society.
Experience with analyzing and persuasively communicating complex concepts to policymakers and business leaders.
Strong political acumen; strong ability to grasp complex issues; collaborative approach.
Thorough understanding of how state-level government relations works, and an ability to be effective with members of both political parties.
Demonstrated success in working with member volunteer leaders and engaging members in advocacy efforts.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work productively in a team-oriented work environment.
Ability to travel 20%
Desired Qualifications:
Master's degree preferred.
At least 5 years of experience with state government affairs within a healthcare organization.
About Us:
At the American College of Cardiology, we bring our hearts to work.
We are a 500-person organization dedicated and committed to our mission to transform cardiovascular care and improve heart health for the past 70 years. When you join our team, you become part of a passionate culture that envisions a world where innovation and knowledge optimize cardiovascular care and outcomes.
Every day, we are committed to supporting our more than 60,000 members and their patients around the globe and in doing so, ensure our staff have a positive environment of teamwork, collaboration, professionalism and excellence. To learn more about why ACC has been recognized as one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work in Healthcare please visit our site at: www.acc.org/jobs.
What We Offer:
ACC values all members of our College family, including ACC staff. As the foundation of the organization, ACC staff enjoy world-class benefits and a culture of work-life balance. Our benefit offerings include insurance (medical, dental, vision, basic life, and short- and long-term disability, and supplemental options), generous paid time off (pre-loaded vacation and sick, 12 holidays and an organizational shut-down during the last week of the year, parental leave, 2 community service days, and half-day summer Fridays), tuition assistance and a very competitive 10% retirement contribution after a year of service, and much more! You can visit our careers site for an overview of our full offerings: https://www.acc.org/about-acc/jobs-at-the-acc. Please note that these offerings may change at any time.
ACC believes in fair and equitable pay. Multiple factors are taken into consideration when we determine what salary to offer a selected candidate. These factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate's work experience, education and training, as well as internal equity, market, and business considerations. Our salary ranges differ based on the cost of labor in the local market where the job will be performed. For this role in Washington, DC (and other high-cost of labor markets if applicable, including California, Colorado, Illinois, New York, Washington) the target base salary range is: $78,000 - $90,000. The salary ranges for other locations in the US will vary based on the local labor market; ACC's Recruitment Team will be able to provide more information to candidates during initial discussions.
COVID Considerations:
As an employer in the public health space, and an organization that serves members who are essential medical personnel, ACC requires all staff, temporary employees, and contractors to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before working onsite at ACC or attending ACC events. Proof of vaccination will be required.Individuals can request an exemption from this requirement due to a medical condition or sincerely held religious belief, and those requests for reasonable accommodations will be evaluated individually.
ACC is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all candidates and employees. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
ACC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact Crystal Nott, Sr. Director, People Resources & Engagement at cnott@acc.org or (202)375-6423.