McKesson’s Corporate
Associate Director, Government Relations (US Oncology)
McKesson’s Corporate, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States,
Associate Director, Government Relations (US Oncology)
Job SummaryThe Associate Director, Government Relations will lead the eastern region state policy and regulatory strategy for The US Oncology Network on behalf of the Government Relations & Public Policy team. The position will be working in multiple business and public policy issue areas, including responsibility for state policy initiatives and Medicaid reimbursement and regulations. This individual will act as an organization expert on state legislation, policy research, analysis, and forecasting.This role will also be responsible for crafting, messaging, and executing state legislative and regulatory strategies through leadership roles with allied associations and industry trade groups. This role is also responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive plan to increase Network practice participation in the legislative process through site visits, townhall meetings, and political events. The individual will manage multiple outside consultants to accomplish the above goals.Key ResponsibilitiesResponsible for researching, analyzing, and forecasting Network-specific implications of state policy legislation and regulatory proposals.Advances Network priorities through engagement with state policymakers and regulators.Direct management of outside consultants and lobbyists through Network contracts.Develops, maintains, and strengthens relationships with allied industry organizations to assist in achieving public policy goals; serves as a liaison between The Network and industry group.Develops and maintains trusted advisor relationship with Network physicians and practice management.Strengthens physician relationships with key government policymakers to ensure effective advocacy, including all necessary mobilization tactics to ensure that Network physicians are able to participate in meetings with relevant organizations and elected officials.Supports the federal government relations team as needed, and as federal legislative priorities arise when most state legislative sessions are adjourned.Minimum RequirementDegree or equivalent and typically requires 7+ years of relevant experience.4-year degree in public policy, political science, or related field.Critical SkillsTypically has 5+ years public affairs experience.Thorough knowledge of political, legislative, regulatory, and related public affairs processes.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Additional RequirementsProfessional experience working in a state legislature on health policy or in a health policy capacity at a corporation or advocacy organization preferred.Ability to master complex issues and simplify them to educate and persuade policymakers.Strong organizational and time management skills to juggle multiple issues simultaneously and prioritize accordingly.Ability to work independently but collaboratively.Physical RequirementsTraditional office environment.Travel up to 50%.Large percent of time performing computer-based work is required.We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience, and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.Our Base Pay Range for this position$111,200 - $185,300McKesson is an Equal Opportunity EmployerMcKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees and is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age or genetic information. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.Join us at McKesson!
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Job SummaryThe Associate Director, Government Relations will lead the eastern region state policy and regulatory strategy for The US Oncology Network on behalf of the Government Relations & Public Policy team. The position will be working in multiple business and public policy issue areas, including responsibility for state policy initiatives and Medicaid reimbursement and regulations. This individual will act as an organization expert on state legislation, policy research, analysis, and forecasting.This role will also be responsible for crafting, messaging, and executing state legislative and regulatory strategies through leadership roles with allied associations and industry trade groups. This role is also responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive plan to increase Network practice participation in the legislative process through site visits, townhall meetings, and political events. The individual will manage multiple outside consultants to accomplish the above goals.Key ResponsibilitiesResponsible for researching, analyzing, and forecasting Network-specific implications of state policy legislation and regulatory proposals.Advances Network priorities through engagement with state policymakers and regulators.Direct management of outside consultants and lobbyists through Network contracts.Develops, maintains, and strengthens relationships with allied industry organizations to assist in achieving public policy goals; serves as a liaison between The Network and industry group.Develops and maintains trusted advisor relationship with Network physicians and practice management.Strengthens physician relationships with key government policymakers to ensure effective advocacy, including all necessary mobilization tactics to ensure that Network physicians are able to participate in meetings with relevant organizations and elected officials.Supports the federal government relations team as needed, and as federal legislative priorities arise when most state legislative sessions are adjourned.Minimum RequirementDegree or equivalent and typically requires 7+ years of relevant experience.4-year degree in public policy, political science, or related field.Critical SkillsTypically has 5+ years public affairs experience.Thorough knowledge of political, legislative, regulatory, and related public affairs processes.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Additional RequirementsProfessional experience working in a state legislature on health policy or in a health policy capacity at a corporation or advocacy organization preferred.Ability to master complex issues and simplify them to educate and persuade policymakers.Strong organizational and time management skills to juggle multiple issues simultaneously and prioritize accordingly.Ability to work independently but collaboratively.Physical RequirementsTraditional office environment.Travel up to 50%.Large percent of time performing computer-based work is required.We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience, and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.Our Base Pay Range for this position$111,200 - $185,300McKesson is an Equal Opportunity EmployerMcKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees and is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age or genetic information. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.Join us at McKesson!
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