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Director of Government Affairs

Responsible to serve as the company's principal state government affairs advocate and will represent the company position on legislation to elected representatives, officials, and staff in regulatory agencies and the executive branch for an assigned geographic area or region.Develop and maintain strong external relationships with state and local policymakers, industry groups, and patient and professional organizations within a specified geographic area or region. All engagement shall be conducted in compliance with our code of conduct and all applicable state and local lobbying laws and regulations.Implement strategies and tactics to shape and influence state policies through a combination of direct lobbying and legislative coalition-building.Participate in political fundraising events and the company's PAC activity.Lead project initiatives and facilitate collaboration with a team of legislative and alliance development consultants and lobbyists to provide direction on approaches and deliver results.Develop relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including industry groups, companies, think tanks, business trade associations, and patient/provider groups to advance the company's agenda.Represent the company at key state/national stakeholder meetings and engage with key external partners to identify opportunities for collaboration to advance common policy priorities.Work closely with various internal business units to provide strategic counsel, including providing regular updates, conducting briefings, presenting at internal meetings, and staffing senior leadership during state engagements.Collaborate with internal cross functional advocacy team to execute on the strategic and tactical plan and identify opportunities for engagement with external partners in a constantly changing environment.Job SpecificationsTypically has the following skills or abilities:Masters or Juris Doctorate degree preferredEight years of experience working within state government, government affairs/advocacy, health policy, or relevant industry experienceOptical industry and managed vision care experience preferredExperience engaging with stakeholders and navigating political relationships to drive policy agendasAbility to move quickly and navigate multiple projects over short and long-time horizonsIntuitive understanding of the intersection between policy and business strategy/outcomesBusiness acumen including a keen understanding of legislative and regulatory process and impacts to business unitsExcellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to articulate complex policy issues to diverse audiencesExcellent judgement regarding strategic policy priorities, taking into consideration the political and communications landscapeAbility to work independently as well as with a team and able to produce timely, high-quality work with limited supervisionAbility to travel up to 40% requiredPreferred SkillsRole expected to cover South and Southeastern US#LI-VISIONCARECompensation range for the role is listed below. Applicable salary ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. As a part of the compensation package, this role may include eligible bonuses and commissions. For more information regarding VSP Vision benefits, please click here.Salary Range: $150,000.00 - $200,000.00VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or protected veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.Notice to Candidates: Fraud Alert - Fake Job Opportunity Solicitations Used to Collect Fees/Personal Information.We have been made aware that fake job opportunities are being offered by individuals posing as VSP Vision and affiliate recruiters. Click here to learn about our application process and what to watch for regarding false job opportunities.As a regular part of doing business, VSP Vision ("VSP") collects many different types of personal information, including protected health information, about our audiences, including members, doctors, clients, brokers, business partners, and employees. VSP Vision employees will have access to this sensitive personal information and are subject to follow Information Security and Privacy Policies.

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What You Should Know About Director of Government Affairs, VSP Vision

Are you ready to take the next step in your career as the Director of Government Affairs at VSP Vision? Based in Texas City, TX, you'll be our go-to advocate, passionately representing our company's interests to state legislators and regulatory officials. You'll have the privilege of crafting relationships with key policymakers, industry groups, and professional organizations, ensuring that our voice is heard amid the legislative buzz. Your expertise will help us shape state policies through a mix of direct advocacy and coalition-building strategies. In this role, you'll engage in political fundraising, manage a team of consultants, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders to push our agenda forward. It's not just about reaching out; it's about meaningful engagement that drives tangible results. You'll interact closely with our internal teams, providing strategic counsel and updates, all while maneuvering through the ever-evolving political landscape. With a healthy balance of independent work and teamwork, this role offers the chance to thrive in a fast-paced environment, traveling up to 40% across the South and Southeastern U.S. If you have a Master’s or Juris Doctorate degree and at least eight years of experience, particularly in government affairs or health policy, then this is your opportunity to shine in an industry that truly cares about its community. Join us at VSP Vision, where we value talent, diversity, and the beautiful impact of shared vision.

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What are the main responsibilities of the Director of Government Affairs at VSP Vision?

The Director of Government Affairs at VSP Vision is primarily responsible for advocating on behalf of the company before state legislators and regulatory agencies. This involves maintaining relationships with key stakeholders and shaping state policies through strategic lobbying and coalition-building efforts. They will also participate in political fundraising and collaborate with internal teams to provide strategic counsel.