Director, State Government Affairs

MiniMed•Washington, DC

1d•Remote

About The Position

The Director, U.S. State Government Affairs will serve as a key member of MiniMed’s U.S. Government Affairs team, leading state government affairs activities across the country and reporting to the Head of Government Affairs. This is an opportunity to be on the ground floor of an exciting new company’s government affairs organization. While the territory may fluctuate over time, this role will help build out MiniMed’s State strategy, including identifying key states, policy prioritization and building relationships with local elected officials. The position will play an integral role in helping MiniMed build a best-in-class government affairs organization. This position is remote and will require approximately 30-50% travel. The preferred location for this role is Washington, DC, Sacramento, or Los Angeles, California; however, other locations will be considered. This position will have responsibility for government engagement and advocacy across the United States, supported by external consultants and local trade associations, with a primary focus on key markets including California, Texas, and Puerto Rico.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of government affairs experience or a minimum of 8+ years of government affairs experience with an advanced degree.
7+ years of people, program or project management experience

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree and experience in medical technology, life sciences, or healthcare
Proven success developing and executing multi‑state government engagement and advocacy strategies aligned with business objectives
Strong understanding of federal and state healthcare policy, with the ability to navigate complex political, regulatory, and business environments
Exceptional written and verbal communication and advocacy skills, including influencing policy outcomes through coalition building
Experience working with policymakers, trade associations, advocacy organizations, PACs, or grassroots programs, including prior government or campaign experience
Strong relationship‑building, judgment, and prioritization skills, with the ability to operate effectively in fast‑paced, high‑stakes environments

Responsibilities

Help build and lead MiniMed’s state government affairs activities across the U.S.
Work closely with key internal partners, to understand business objectives; develop, implement and drive engagement and advocacy strategies in achieving these objectives.
Represent MiniMed with key external stakeholders, including local and state government officials, trade associations, industry partners, and patient and provider organizations to advance the company’s objectives and strategic priorities.
Track and analyze legislative, regulatory, and political developments in key priority states that impact the company and provide timely updates and strategic insights to internal stakeholders on emerging issues and opportunities.
Monitor and assess political, policy and reputational developments in key states, recommend and, as appropriate, drive mitigation strategies.
Work with colleagues throughout the Government Affairs function to develop and support enterprise-wide strategies in the U.S.
Ensure compliance with state lobbying disclosure laws and ethics regulations.
Oversee external consultants or contract lobbyists.
Other duties as assigned.