American Heart Association, Inc.
State Government Relations Director
American Heart Association, Inc., Providence, Rhode Island, us, 02912
Overview
Since our founding in 1924, we've cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half, but there is still so much more to do. To overcome today’s biggest health challenges and accelerate this progress, we need passionate individuals like you. Join our movement, be part of the progress, and help ensure a healthier future for all. You matter, and so does the impact you can make with us. The American Heart Association has an excellent opportunity for a
State Government Relations Director for Rhode Island and Maine (Home-based. Can be based in Rhode Island or Maine and will cover the other state remotely with occasional travel) . The State Government Relations Director is responsible for serving as the primary representative of the American Heart Association to the assigned state legislature, state executive branch and associated state agencies to generate awareness and support for the Association's public policy agenda. You will strategically coordinate and lead efforts to advance the state public policy priorities. Additionally, this position is responsible for identifying and encouraging local public policy work related to the Association’s mission throughout Rhode Island and Maine. This role is responsible for working with staff, volunteers, coalitions, and partner organizations to build support for our policy issues and to integrate advocacy messaging into the Association's programs and events. Responsibilities
Strategically coordinate and lead all elements of successful public policy priority campaigns. Meet with members of the state legislature, their staff, and other state government officials to gain support for the American Heart Association’s advocacy issues. Meet with local elected officials and collaborators to improve opportunities and gain support for the American Heart Association’s advocacy issues. Monitor and engage on state-level legislative and regulatory issues of concern to the American Heart Association and apprise appropriate volunteers and staff of emerging advocacy issues. Provide policy research, development of support materials, recruitment of spokespersons, preparation of testimony, and other activities as needed to advance our state and local legislative agenda. Participate in coalition building efforts and other collaborative partnerships crafted to strengthen opportunities that advance our advocacy issues. Recruit membership for and provide staff support to volunteer state advocacy committee(s). Collaborate with the committee to develop an annual state legislative agenda. Provide strategic direction on statewide grassroots and key contact, recruitment, retention and mobilization efforts. Provide strategic direction and support materials for state lobby days and/or local in-district meetings. Collaborate with communications staff partners on development and timing of media advocacy efforts. Prepare required reporting information including local, state and/or federal lobbying reports and other reporting as necessary. Provide advocacy presentations and training opportunities to volunteers and staff as needed. Attend and participate in meetings throughout the year, including national and regional staff trainings, regional and state-level meetings with staff partners, and metro board meetings. Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Law, related field or equivalent work experience. Minimum of three (3) years of: Experience and success in legislative and regulatory lobbying. Experience building and managing issue advocacy coalitions. Experience developing and implementing grassroots and media advocacy tactics. Possess policy analysis and technical (legislative and regulatory) writing skills. Ability to simultaneously prioritize multiple, sophisticated projects in varying stages of development under time constraints. Knowledge of the principles and practices of planning, budgeting, and prioritizing work. Outstanding oral and written communications skills. Must be able to travel overnight approx. 25% of the time. Preferred Skills: Knowledge of voluntary health organizations or nonprofit organizations. Experience working in health care policy. Experience in volunteer management. Understanding and appreciation for the use of technology and information systems. Compensation & Benefits
Expected pay range will be $79,000 - $99,000. Pay is commensurate with experience; geographic differentials to the pay range may apply. The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package: Compensation:
Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary. That’s why we regularly review the market value of jobs and make adjustments, as needed. Performance and Recognition:
You are rewarded for achieving success by merit increases and incentive programs, based on the type of position. Benefits:
We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution. As a mark of our commitment to employee well-being, we also offer an employee assistance program, employee wellness program and telemedicine, and medical consultation. Professional Development:
You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program. HeartU is the Association’s national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule. Work-Life Harmonization:
The Association offers Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees. The number of days will increase based on seniority level. You will also have a total of 12 paid holidays off each year, which includes several days off at the end of the year. Tuition Assistance:
We support the career development of all employees. This program provides financial assistance to employees who wish to further their education and career in relation to their current duties and responsibilities, or for potential future positions in the organization. The American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the AHA will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities. The greatest discoveries in health must reach everyone where they are. At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, age, language, sexual orientation, national origin and physical or cognitive abilities. We're committed to ensuring our workforce, workplace culture and mission have a shared impact across a diverse set of backgrounds. In accordance with local and state laws where applicable, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment. EOE/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities
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Since our founding in 1924, we've cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half, but there is still so much more to do. To overcome today’s biggest health challenges and accelerate this progress, we need passionate individuals like you. Join our movement, be part of the progress, and help ensure a healthier future for all. You matter, and so does the impact you can make with us. The American Heart Association has an excellent opportunity for a
State Government Relations Director for Rhode Island and Maine (Home-based. Can be based in Rhode Island or Maine and will cover the other state remotely with occasional travel) . The State Government Relations Director is responsible for serving as the primary representative of the American Heart Association to the assigned state legislature, state executive branch and associated state agencies to generate awareness and support for the Association's public policy agenda. You will strategically coordinate and lead efforts to advance the state public policy priorities. Additionally, this position is responsible for identifying and encouraging local public policy work related to the Association’s mission throughout Rhode Island and Maine. This role is responsible for working with staff, volunteers, coalitions, and partner organizations to build support for our policy issues and to integrate advocacy messaging into the Association's programs and events. Responsibilities
Strategically coordinate and lead all elements of successful public policy priority campaigns. Meet with members of the state legislature, their staff, and other state government officials to gain support for the American Heart Association’s advocacy issues. Meet with local elected officials and collaborators to improve opportunities and gain support for the American Heart Association’s advocacy issues. Monitor and engage on state-level legislative and regulatory issues of concern to the American Heart Association and apprise appropriate volunteers and staff of emerging advocacy issues. Provide policy research, development of support materials, recruitment of spokespersons, preparation of testimony, and other activities as needed to advance our state and local legislative agenda. Participate in coalition building efforts and other collaborative partnerships crafted to strengthen opportunities that advance our advocacy issues. Recruit membership for and provide staff support to volunteer state advocacy committee(s). Collaborate with the committee to develop an annual state legislative agenda. Provide strategic direction on statewide grassroots and key contact, recruitment, retention and mobilization efforts. Provide strategic direction and support materials for state lobby days and/or local in-district meetings. Collaborate with communications staff partners on development and timing of media advocacy efforts. Prepare required reporting information including local, state and/or federal lobbying reports and other reporting as necessary. Provide advocacy presentations and training opportunities to volunteers and staff as needed. Attend and participate in meetings throughout the year, including national and regional staff trainings, regional and state-level meetings with staff partners, and metro board meetings. Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Law, related field or equivalent work experience. Minimum of three (3) years of: Experience and success in legislative and regulatory lobbying. Experience building and managing issue advocacy coalitions. Experience developing and implementing grassroots and media advocacy tactics. Possess policy analysis and technical (legislative and regulatory) writing skills. Ability to simultaneously prioritize multiple, sophisticated projects in varying stages of development under time constraints. Knowledge of the principles and practices of planning, budgeting, and prioritizing work. Outstanding oral and written communications skills. Must be able to travel overnight approx. 25% of the time. Preferred Skills: Knowledge of voluntary health organizations or nonprofit organizations. Experience working in health care policy. Experience in volunteer management. Understanding and appreciation for the use of technology and information systems. Compensation & Benefits
Expected pay range will be $79,000 - $99,000. Pay is commensurate with experience; geographic differentials to the pay range may apply. The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package: Compensation:
Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary. That’s why we regularly review the market value of jobs and make adjustments, as needed. Performance and Recognition:
You are rewarded for achieving success by merit increases and incentive programs, based on the type of position. Benefits:
We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution. As a mark of our commitment to employee well-being, we also offer an employee assistance program, employee wellness program and telemedicine, and medical consultation. Professional Development:
You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program. HeartU is the Association’s national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule. Work-Life Harmonization:
The Association offers Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees. The number of days will increase based on seniority level. You will also have a total of 12 paid holidays off each year, which includes several days off at the end of the year. Tuition Assistance:
We support the career development of all employees. This program provides financial assistance to employees who wish to further their education and career in relation to their current duties and responsibilities, or for potential future positions in the organization. The American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the AHA will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities. The greatest discoveries in health must reach everyone where they are. At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, age, language, sexual orientation, national origin and physical or cognitive abilities. We're committed to ensuring our workforce, workplace culture and mission have a shared impact across a diverse set of backgrounds. In accordance with local and state laws where applicable, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment. EOE/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities
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