Director of Public Affairs

Allina Health

2d • $71 - $99 • Hybrid

About The Position

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career. Key Position Details: Hybrid position with travel required to St. Paul, MN; Madison WI and Allina Health sites in MN and WI Job Description: Leads the Public Affairs function for the organization, including local, state, federal and regulatory affairs, representing Allina Health with elected officials and other stakeholders, advancing the organization’s policy agenda through development and coordination of policies. Collaborates across the organization to strengthen Allina Health’s reputation as a trusted healthcare leader. Principle Responsibilities Represents Allina Health in state government affairs. Provides leadership and strategic direction for the organization’s government relations portfolio. Will serve as primary registered lobbyist and advocate for Minnesota and Wisconsin government affairs. Understands and demonstrates compliance with state lobbying laws in accordance with internal policies. Leads Public Affairs function to align Allina Health’s stakeholder relationships and reputation in support of organizational priorities and strategies. In collaboration with other team members, builds Allina Health’s capacity to influence in key arenas including assisting Allina Health leaders in developing relationships with policymakers. Provides leadership for strategic priorities and other issues identified under Public Affairs as well as support overall strategy. Responsible for leading public affairs function, including identifying and cultivating relationships and partnerships. People leader Leads public affairs team of employees whose work spans across government relations, regulatory affairs and public affairs. Manages contracts with vendor partners. Leads organizational cross-functional committees. Provides direction and feedback to the team on deliverables and performance. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Public Policy, Business Administration or related field
• 7+ years in experience in health care policy, health care regulation, public affairs, detailed knowledge of regulatory and/or legislative processes
• 3 or more years people leader experience

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree
• Licensed State of Minnesota lobbyist required-Register as lobbyist on behalf of the organization within 90 days

Responsibilities

• Represents Allina Health in state government affairs.
• Provides leadership and strategic direction for the organization’s government relations portfolio.
• Will serve as primary registered lobbyist and advocate for Minnesota and Wisconsin government affairs.
• Understands and demonstrates compliance with state lobbying laws in accordance with internal policies.
• Leads Public Affairs function to align Allina Health’s stakeholder relationships and reputation in support of organizational priorities and strategies.
• In collaboration with other team members, builds Allina Health’s capacity to influence in key arenas including assisting Allina Health leaders in developing relationships with policymakers.
• Provides leadership for strategic priorities and other issues identified under Public Affairs as well as support overall strategy.
• Responsible for leading public affairs function, including identifying and cultivating relationships and partnerships.
• Leads public affairs team of employees whose work spans across government relations, regulatory affairs and public affairs.
• Manages contracts with vendor partners.
• Leads organizational cross-functional committees.
• Provides direction and feedback to the team on deliverables and performance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees