Director, Government Affairs

Centene Corporation•Remote-MI, MI

1d•$141,500 - $261,400•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Government Affairs is responsible for coordinating state government relations and legislation for the Department of State Government Relations and assists the Department of Legislative and Regulatory Compliance and Corporate Compliance in ensuring compliance with federal laws. Lobbies the state legislature and state agencies on behalf of the company. Directs government relations activities including, but not limited to: Sets or recommends legislative priorities and develops public policy positions; Analyzes and reviews state regulatory and legislative proposals, recommends and prepares appropriate company positions (including testimony before legislative bodies); Determines operational impact evaluations as necessary; Coordinates lobbying activities; Communicates legislative and regulatory changes. Recommends initiatives to improve financial performance. Serves as liaison/representative to state and national health plan associations. Prepares and presents reports to Board of Directors as assigned. Assists in compliance with state laws. Performs other duties as assigned. Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards. At Centene, we connect people to the care they need to live healthier lives — and the work you do here makes that impact real every day. You’ll take on meaningful challenges that directly support individuals, families, and communities, building your skills while making healthcare more accessible and effective. It’s work with a purpose you can see, backed by a team committed to improving lives well beyond the workday.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Political Science, Health Administration or related field.
Five to seven years experience in government relations/lobbying with increasing responsibility.
7+ years experience in Compliance/ERM preferred.

Nice To Haves

Graduate degree desirable.

Responsibilities

Coordinate state government relations and legislation for the Department of State Government Relations.
Assist the Department of Legislative and Regulatory Compliance and Corporate Compliance in ensuring compliance with federal laws.
Lobby the state legislature and state agencies on behalf of the company.
Set or recommend legislative priorities and develop public policy positions.
Analyze and review state regulatory and legislative proposals, recommend and prepare appropriate company positions (including testimony before legislative bodies).
Determine operational impact evaluations as necessary.
Coordinate lobbying activities.
Communicate legislative and regulatory changes.
Recommend initiatives to improve financial performance.
Serve as liaison/representative to state and national health plan associations.
Prepare and present reports to Board of Directors as assigned.
Assist in compliance with state laws.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Comply with all policies and standards.