A Director of Government Affairs works within a business or organization to direct the organization's policies and objectives involving local, state, and federal government affairs. Establishes positive relationships with government, associated authorities and committees, legislatively represents and protects organization interests. Assists in the establishment of corporate strategies, policies and plans, ensuring they align with government laws, regulations and standards.
Policy Director Nevada State Medical Association Reno, NV Job Details Full-time From $70,000 a year 16 hours ago Qualifications Teamwork Collaboration Program development Bachelor's degree Organizational skills Community relationship building
Delegation Full Job Description Job Title:
Governmental Affairs and Policy Director (PD)
Location:
6005 Plumas Street, Suite 10, Reno, NV 89519
Reports To:
NSMA Executive Director Position Type:
Full-Time (Salaried/Exempt) Salary range: $70,000 + - based on experience About us: Nevada State Medical Association is a 501-c-6 non-profit. NSMA is the oldest and largest professional organization of Nevada physicians. NSMA represents more than 2000 physicians, residents and medical students, and has advocated for high quality health care since 1875. Headquartered in Reno, Nevada, NSMA also has significant operations in Las Vegas, Nevada and in Carson City, Nevada. For more information on NSMA, please visit the website at www.nvdoctors.org Major Responsibilities The Policy Director (PD) is a key position of NSMA with regards to interfacing with local, state and federal legislators as well as keeping track of legislation that affects how Nevada physicians care for patients. The PD will also be asked to reach out to other Nevada physician and health care organizations to help coordinate legislative efforts. Other key duties advocacy, marketing, communications (including social media messaging), and community outreach. The position works with the NSMA's leadership, including the Council and NSMA President to ensure the success of the organization. The PD will be interviewed by the NSMA president and Executive Council. Approval for the position would be by a vote of the NSMA Executive Council.
NSMA Staff/Operations:
The PD position supports the needs of the NSMA Executive Committee, Council (Board of Directors), standing Commissions, the NSMA House of Delegates through ensuring a successful annual meeting of the House of Delegates and resolution process and ad hoc committees. The PD should work with the NSMA members and NSMA Executive Director to help prepare resolutions to be heard at the NSMA annual meeting. Attendance at the HOD meeting is critical for the PD to understand the positions of NSMA. The PD will also staff meetings of the Government Affairs Commission and Nevada MedPAC and work in conjunction with the NSMA lobbying team.
Spokesperson:
The Policy Director will often represent and speak for NSMA and, in collaboration with the Council and other physician leadership, represent the NSMA in the media and public settings. The Policy Director should look to promote the profile of the Association with community partners and public bodies.
Advocacy:
The PD organizes and directs the implementation of NSMA Federal and State Legislative and other governmental priorities by working with the contract lobby team and Legislative core group to identify and lobby key issues of important to the Association. The PD engages in lobbying and advocacy work at the state level, including the Nevada legislature, Governor and Administrative branch and regulatory bodies. When appropriate, the ED, working with the contract lobby team, testifies or organizes testimony, draft position statements, letters, and other materials necessary to ensure effective articulation of the Association's position. The PD also negotiates on behalf of the NSMA with regular communication to the Association's leadership. The PD staffs the meetings of the Political Action Committee, schedules candidate interviews and works with the PAC to complete the endorsement and contribution process. The PD is also NSMA's representative on federal matters working with the Government Affairs Commission, the American Medical Association and other stakeholders. The position requires working cooperatively with other relevant stakeholders, including health professional associations, health care facility representatives, patient advocacy organizations and health-related coalitions to build consensus and further the Association's agenda. The position also serves as the principle liaison for NSMA with State legislators and staff, State Executive branch officials, the Nevada Congressional delegation and staff and counterparts in other non-governmental organizations. The PD is responsible for other duties as assigned by the Council, NSMA President and NSMA Executive Director. Qualifications The ideal candidate should share the mission of the NSMA to promote high quality healthcare in Nevada and advocate for physicians and patients. The ideal candidate will have the following experience and knowledge: A bachelor's degree. Transparent and high integrity leadership. Experience and skill in working with Board and Commissions. High level strategic thinking and planning. Ability to envision and convey the organization's strategic future to the staff, board, volunteers and donors. Ability to effectively communicate the organization's mission to potential members, sponsors, volunteers and the community. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with staff. Previous success in establishing relationships with individuals and organizations of influence including funders, partner agencies and volunteers. Solid organizational abilities, including planning, delegating, program development and task facilitation. Strong written and oral communication skills. Strong public speaking ability. Strong work ethic with a high degree of energy. Flexibility to travel within Nevada including attending Legislative Sessions in Carson City. Travel to national AMA policy and advocacy meetings •NSMA is an equal opportunity employer.
