Director Government Affairs – OU Health Position Available In Mobile, Alabama

Position Title:

Director Government Affairs –

OU Health Department:

Administration Job Description:

General Description:

The Director of Government Affairs is responsible for working with the VP of Government Affairs to maintain communication with state, federal, municipal, and tribal governments in furtherance of the University and OU Health’s missions. This position is both internal and external facing. The internal focus requires working in coordination with the VP of Government Affairs to effectively communicate legislative and agency actions to key stakeholders at the University and OU Health. The external focus requires the ability to monitor state legislative and state agency action in the absence of the VP of Government Affairs and to assist in advocating and conveying messages to elected leaders and other decision makers on behalf of the University and OU Health.

Essential Responsibilities:

Monitor state and local legislative affairs. Support community initiatives. Manage OU Health team of contract lobbyists. Serve in a Member Services role to assist elected officials and decision makers in their interactions with the University and OU Health. Coordinate visits by state elected officials and decision makers to the University and OU Health.

General Responsibilities:

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree.

Experience:

Five (5) years to seven (7) years of progressive leadership experience required including legislative branch or agency experience.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Demonstrated track record of developing and implementing successful and comprehensive external affairs strategy. Expertise in Oklahoma legislative process and understanding of the Administrative Procedure Act. Strong research skills including regulations and legislation. Demonstrated ability to develop collaborative relationships with key stakeholders within the organization. Strong influence skills. Ability to maintain integrity and trust among leadership and staff. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proven ability to prepare presentations and present to small and large audiences. Experience preparing and presenting executive reports. Demonstrated ability to explain complex topics succinctly. Proven ability to manage multiple high priority deliverables. Demonstrated business acumen. Must be a strategic thinker, self-motivated and have excellent problem-solving skills. Proficient with the use of Microsoft Office tools Current OU Health Employees – Please click HERE to login. OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including

PTO, 401

(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family. OU Health is the state’s only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma’s largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care. OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state’s only freestanding children’s hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma’s flagship hospital, which serves as the state’s only Level 1 trauma center and Edmond Medical Center in the heart of the Edmond Community. Becker’s Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2020. OU Health’s oncology program at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma’s top facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020-21 rankings. OU Health also was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and Congestive Heart Failure. OU Health’s mission is to lead healthcare in patient care, education and research. Experts in prevention, treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to achieve our goals. We are seeking individuals who have a passion and talent for caring for others. By joining our team, you will provide quality health care to our community through the work you do every day. We provide clinical and non-clinical opportunities to further your career and we invite you to explore our available positions. Equal employment opportunities are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or protected veteran status in accordance with applicable federal laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Reasonable accommodations are made to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.