Director Public Policy, State Affairs
Company: Humana
Location: Washington
Posted on: April 24, 2024
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Job Description:
Become a part of our caring community and help us put health
first
The Director of State Public Policy role resides within the
Corporate Affairs Department and will serve as an expert in state
public payer, Medicaid and dual eligible public policy while
working with subject matter experts and business units within the
Humana enterprise including our Medicare, Medicaid, and CenterWell
businesses.
The Director of State Public Policy role resides within the
Corporate Affairs Department and will serve as an expert in state
public payer, Medicaid and dual eligible public policy while
working with subject matter experts and business units within the
Humana enterprise. The person in this position will report to the
Vice President of Strategy and State Affairs and be responsible for
public policy development to inform thought leadership, advocacy,
and overall strategic positioning.
Responsibilities:
Be an instrumental part of Corporate Affairs at Humana by assisting
in the development of Humana's public policy positions for our
public payer businesses with an emphasis on Medicaid, dual eligible
policy, and future state public health programs.
Engage across the company to analyze public policy, develop
positions, and draft deliverables supporting Humana business
strategy.
Monitor and analyze state Medicaid trends. Contribute policy
expertise to state-level advocacy efforts on public payer issues
including Medicaid expansion, integration of the Medicare and
Medicaid programs, and state initiatives that affect the role of
managed care in Medicaid programs.
Work closely with Humana Medicaid, Medicare, and other lines of
business to develop value propositions, white papers and other
advocacy materials which support state business development
opportunities and operations.
Under direction of the Vice President of Strategy and State
Affairs, and with input from enterprise subject matter experts,
analyze, draft, and develop state public payer policy positions to
support the enterprise's priorities.
Perform necessary research and analyses to support enterprise
positions and priorities.
Provide regulatory guidance, general issue management and strategic
stakeholder engagement support to Corporate Affairs and business
leaders.
Develop and maintains an archive of legislative and regulatory
analyses, policy briefs, reports, position statements, and other
materials pertinent to Humana's public payer policy and advocacy
work.
Draft and communicates concise and clear
descriptions/analyses/summaries of key issues to Corporate Affairs
and Humana businesses.
Act as an interface between Humana and national advocacy, trade
associations, and public policy organizations; assists in the
management of policy consultants; develops external stakeholder
outreach strategies.
Maintain current awareness and analyzes/compares trends, positions,
and issues promoted by other companies, trade, and advocacy
organizations active on Medicaid-related issues.
Assist in the preparation and drafting of testimony, regulatory
comments, and position statements sent to legislative and
regulatory bodies and other interested parties concerning
legislation, policies, published reports, regulations, and statutes
governing Medicaid, long-term services and supports (LTSS), and
other waiver programs.
This is a remote position.
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Use your skills to make an impact
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
5 or more years' experience in Medicaid, State legislative or
executive branch staffer or equivalent experience in Medicaid
policy, trade group, law firm, consulting firm, or policy
organization.
Strong knowledge of state health
administrative/regulatory/licensure rules and guidance as well as
state health policy.
A track record of applied analysis, research, and resource
development supporting healthcare policy and for translating
information from a wide variety of resources into actionable policy
documents for use in an advocacy setting or otherwise
Solid understanding of relevant policy and regulatory issues and
ability to translate complex issues in clear, concise manner to
business leaders and advocacy team (technical and non-technical
audiences)
Passion for the development of innovative, high quality government
healthcare programs
Experience working in a matrixed organization as well as experience
working with multiple cross-functional business teams
Strong conceptual and creative thinker with an ability to identify
trends and interrelationships
Strong verbal and written communication skills, creative
problem-solving, negotiation, and multi-tasking skills in
time-sensitive settings
Ability to actively listen to others and ensure an open and
confident style of communications both written and verbal
Highly-developed interpersonal skills with ability to build strong
working relationships internally and externally
Ability to meet clearly stated expectations and take responsibility
for achieving results
Preferred Qualifications
Masters in health/public policy, economics or health care
administration
8 or more years' experience in Medicaid, State legislative or
executive branch staffer or equivalent experience in Medicaid
policy, trade group, law firm, consulting firm, or policy
organization.
Demonstrated, strong relationships with policy makers and thought
leaders in the state public policy arena.
Additional Information
Reports to the VP, Strategy & State Affairs-Corporate Affairs
Administration.
Work at Home Requirements
WAH requirements: Must have the ability to provide a high-speed DSL
or cable modem for a home office. Associates or contractors who
live and work from home in the state of California will be provided
payment for their internet expense.
A minimum standard speed for optimal performance of 25x10 (25mpbs
download x 10mpbs upload) is required.
Satellite and Wireless Internet service is NOT allowed for this
role.
A dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member
PHI / HIPAA information
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Pay Range
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of
starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at
the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on
geographic location and individual pay will vary based on
demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education,
certifications, etc.$164,700 - $226,600 per yearThis job is
eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is
based upon company and/or individual performance.
Description of Benefits
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively,
'Humana') offers competitive benefits that support whole-person
well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal
wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family
while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our
benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits,
401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off,
company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental
and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life
insurance and many other opportunities.
About Us
Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is committed to putting health first - for
our teammates, our customers and our company. Through our Humana
insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, we make it
easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best
health - delivering the care and service they need, when they need
it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for
people with Medicare, Medicaid, families, individuals, military
service personnel, and communities at large.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee
or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital
status, genetic information, disability or because he or she is a
protected veteran. It is also the policy of Humana to take
affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all
persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status,
genetic information, disability or protected veteran status, and to
base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This
policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not
limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer,
demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms
of compensation and selection for training, including
apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
Humana complies with all applicable federal civil rights laws and
does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin,
age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or
religion. We also provide free language interpreter services. See
our
https://www.humana.com/legal/accessibility-resources?source=Humana_Website.
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