Blue Cross Blue Shield Association · 1 day ago
Federal Relations Senior Program Manager
District of Columbia, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$148K/yr - $213K/yr
7+ years expBlue Cross Blue Shield Association is seeking a Federal Relations Senior Program Manager to advance its legislative and regulatory objectives. This role involves developing relationships with Congress members, executing lobbying strategies, and collaborating with various stakeholders to influence health policy issues impacting the insurance industry.
CommunitiesInsurance
Responsibilities
Develop, foster, and strengthen relationships with key Members of Congress, Congressional Committees, Caucuses and Congressional staff
Engage in federal lobbying activities with Members of Congress, Congressional Committees, Congressional staff, the White House, federal agencies and other health-related organizations to influence legislative and regulatory developments on priority issues
Positively represent BCBSA brand to Hill staff and Members of Congress through official and political engagements
Monitor congressional activity for impacts to Plan business and proactively identify areas of opportunity for BCBSA engagement with Congress and the Administration on federal issues
Work collaboratively to execute legislative/lobbying strategies on key issues with federal lobbyists, state lobbyists, public affairs, political staff and policy and communications staff
Educate and inform Association and Plan staff on congressional process, legislation, political issues that impact Plan business through written and oral presentations
Provide strategic political insight on policy priorities identified by the Association
Engage in interdepartmental groups to develop legislative positions
Support and participate in coalitions, leverage consulting resources, and drive execution of strategies on priority issues
Interact and forge relationships with plan staff and work collaboratively to build BCBSA positions
Maintain a thorough and comprehensive understanding of Plan business interests/practices, Blue system policy goals, and assess the impact of legislation
Demonstrate independent thinking and creative action in working closely with Political Affairs staff to ensure effective use of BluePAC and corporate funds in developing relationships with Members of Congress who are critical to BCBSA’s legislative and regulatory agenda
Continually strive to develop and implement new approaches to relationship building
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Political Science, Government Relations, Public Administration, Public Policy, law, business or related field, or equivalent work experience
7+ Years experience working in Congress, executive Branch or government affairs
Understanding of the health care industry and the Federal legislative and regulatory environment, including health care insurance issues and legislative policy developments
Ability to synthesize complex problems and public policy issues, identifying business implications and advocating for recommended outcomes
Demonstrated ability to collaborate in groups and be a team player, with knowledge of congressional processes and procedures
Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills to influence decision/policy makers, with the ability to set and meet objectives in a dynamic environment
Ability to influence, negotiate, and persuade others, demonstrating strong judgment, decision-making skills, and political acumen
Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills, with project management, analytical, planning, and presentation abilities, and the ability to build and sustain effective relationships
Preferred
Master's Degree Health Policy, MBA, Legislative Affairs, Political Management
Experience working in Congress, Executive Branch or government affairs
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, PowerPoint
Experience communicating policy views to Congressional staff and knowledge of the Congressional environment is essential, as well as knowledge of the professional standards for lobbyists
Must have a strong commitment and ability to work cooperatively in a team environment is paramount
Benefits
Annual bonus incentive
Paid time off
11 holidays
Medical/dental/vision insurance
Generous 401(k) matching
Lifestyle spending account
Many other benefits
Company
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association is a national federation of 36 independent operated Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kim Keck
President and CEO
Lynn Merritt
Chief People Experience Officer
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