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Director, Government Affairs

It's more than a career, it's a calling.WI-SSM Health West BeltlineWorker Type:RegularJob Highlights:Named 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare 2023 - Becker's HealthcareNamed One of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity 2023 - NewsweekNamed One of America's Greatest Workplaces for Women 2023, 2024 - NewsweekSSM Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system serving the comprehensive health needs of communities across the Midwest through a robust and fully integrated health care delivery system. The organization’s 40,000 team members and more than 12,800 providers are committed to providing exceptional health care services and revealing God’s healing presence to everyone they serve.With care delivery sites in Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma and Wisconsin, SSM Health includes 23 hospitals, more than 300 physician offices and other outpatient and virtual care services, 13 post-acute facilities, comprehensive home care and hospice services, a pharmacy benefit company, a health insurance company and an accountable care organization. It is one of the largest employers in every community it serves.To request additional information, confidentially submit your interest, or nominate a fellow colleague, please contact:Jon DirksenExecutive Talent Acquisitionjon.dirksen@ssmhealth.com#LI-HybridSSM Health is committed to equal employment opportunity based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, and all other statuses protected by law.Job Summary:Leads and manages government relations related thought leadership initiatives in the states and local governments of responsibility. Creates policies and positions which promote and advance the mission of SSM Health in the legislative and regulatory arenas. Provides expertise to organization in one or more external markets working collaboratively with public policy leadership on civic, state and federal affairs.Job Responsibilities and Requirements:Primary Responsibilities• Oversees independent analysis of the impact of health policy on SSM Health including the identification of opportunities and risks; and communicating those items to internal and external stakeholders.• Participates in corporate strategic planning sessions and internal and external speaking engagements as needed. Independently represents SSM Health and affiliates at events and conferences.• Serves as an organizational liaison to industry groups and other stakeholders.• Ensures effective use of investments in industry associations, i.e. memberships, sponsorships and meeting attendance.• Builds brand awareness and develops relationships with stakeholders through advocacy, lobbying efforts, conference participation, and other like activities.• Assists the internal departments in efforts that impact key performance indicators, which help fulfill the organization’s mission.• Responsible for hiring, training and monitoring lobbyists when needed.• Responsible for managing or mentoring internal government relations staff, if applicable.• Participates in proposal strategy and may lead proposal teams to include coordinating work effort, following through, and meeting deadlines.• Responsible for planning and budgeting of the government relations program.• Performs other duties as assigned.Education• Bachelor’s degreeExperience• Seven years’ experience, with five years’ leadershipDepartment:8800000033 Vice President Public AffairsWork Shift:Day Shift (United States of America)Scheduled Weekly Hours:40SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.

What You Should Know About Director, Government Affairs, SSM Health

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the healthcare sector? SSM Health in Madison, WI is searching for a passionate and experienced Director, Government Affairs to lead our initiatives in public policy and government relations. In this pivotal role, you'll manage thought leadership initiatives and craft policies that align with SSM Health's mission, ensuring our voice is heard in legislative and regulatory discussions. With our robust healthcare system, comprising numerous facilities and thousands of dedicated providers, we need someone who can navigate the complexities of health policy and advocate effectively on our behalf. As part of our team, you’ll oversee the analysis of health policy impacts, represent SSM Health at conferences, and collaborate with various stakeholders to promote our objectives. Your leadership will directly influence our organizational strategies and advocacy efforts. Join a dynamic team that's recognized as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity, Women, and Healthcare! If you're ready to take on a meaningful role in a caring community and want to be part of a mission-driven organization, we want to hear from you!

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What are the main responsibilities of the Director, Government Affairs at SSM Health?

The main responsibilities of the Director, Government Affairs at SSM Health include overseeing health policy analysis, representing the organization at public events, and managing relationships with stakeholders. This role involves crafting policies that promote SSM Health's mission and ensuring effective investment in industry associations, among other duties.