Associate Vice President (AVP) - State Government Affairs

Henry Ford Health•Lansing, MI

18h

About The Position

Henry Ford Health is seeking a strategic and collaborative leader to lead state government affairs activities and support state advocacy on behalf of the enterprise. Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Government Affairs, the Associate Vice President develops and executes advocacy strategies that advance Henry Ford Health's mission, strategic priorities, and commitment to improving community health. The role advises executive leadership on legislative, regulatory, and political developments and works across the enterprise to position Henry Ford Health as a leading voice in Michigan healthcare policy and advocacy. Working with executive leadership and partners across the enterprise, this leader advances legislative and advocacy priorities, navigates an evolving policy landscape, and builds productive relationships with elected officials, state agencies, and key stakeholders. The role translates complex policy developments into enterprise strategies and helps ensure Henry Ford Health's voice is represented. It also supports policies that promote accessible, high-quality care and community health and well-being.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in public policy, political science, public administration, health administration, law, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least seven years of progressively responsible experience in government affairs, public policy, legislative affairs, regulatory affairs, health care, or a related field.
Demonstrated knowledge of Michigan state government, legislative processes, and state agency operations.
Proven ability to develop and execute complex advocacy strategies and influence policy outcomes.
Experience advising senior executives on sensitive legislative, regulatory, and political matters.
Experience leading complex initiatives and coordinating cross-functional teams.
Strong leadership, negotiation, written and verbal communication, analytical, and relationship-building skills.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in public policy, political science, public administration, health administration, law, or a related field.
At least ten years of progressively responsible experience in government affairs, public policy, legislative affairs, regulatory affairs, health care, or a related field.
Direct supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Support the Senior Vice President of Government Affairs and direct state advocacy in coordination with government affairs and policy teams.
Develop and execute state government affairs strategies that support enterprise strategies and priorities.
Monitor legislative activity, hearings, proposed bills, appropriations, administrative and regulatory rules, and emerging policies affecting Henry Ford Health and the healthcare industry.
Assess the operational and financial implications of state policy in collaboration with Legal, Finance, Operations, Clinical, Communications, Strategy, and other internal partners.
Represent Henry Ford Health with the Michigan Legislature, the administration, state departments, commissions, and relevant associations.
Build and maintain relationships with elected officials, legislative staff, agency directors and staff, associations, statewide community organizations, and other stakeholders as directed.
Coordinate timely enterprise responses to legislation and regulations, including drafting or reviewing proposed legislative language, testimony, briefing materials, and formal comments.
Collaborate with the policy team to develop bill analyses, policy briefs, and responses to proposed rules, agency guidance, bulletins, and waivers.
Support employee and stakeholder education and engagement regarding Henry Ford Health's government affairs priorities.
Support political action committee activities as assigned, in accordance with applicable law, organizational policy, and established governance.
Manage state-related contract lobbyists.
Direct and oversee assigned team members, including setting priorities, allocating work, supporting professional development, and ensuring timely execution of objectives.