Government Relations Manager

AMER ASSOC OF COLL OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE • Bethesda, MD

1d • $80,000 - $90,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

AACOM is seeking a full-time, experienced Government Relations Manager to serve as a key member of the Government Relations and Health Affairs team. Reporting to the Director of Government Relations, this role acts as a liaison between AACOM and federal policymakers, agencies, advocacy organizations, and member institutions. The Government Relations Manager supports the development and execution of legislative and regulatory strategies that advance AACOM’s public policy agenda and osteopathic medical education.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Five (5) years of professional experience preferred.
• Experience in government relations, advocacy, lobbying, or public policy.
• Strong understanding of federal healthcare and education policy.
• Ability to evaluate legislative and regulatory risks and opportunities.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including translating complex policy issues for diverse audiences.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with advocacy platforms (CQ, BGOV, VoterVoice, Leadership Connect) and Salesforce preferred.
• DMV area residency required for local meetings and events

Responsibilities

• Serve as a registered federal lobbyist representing AACOM before Congress, the Administration, federal agencies, and industry stakeholders.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with policymakers and partners at all levels of government.
• Provide a strong and credible voice for AACOM on public policy issues impacting osteopathic medical education and public health.
• Advocate for AACOM public policy priorities to Congress and the Administration.
• Monitor, analyze, and respond to federal legislative, regulatory, and policy developments.
• Develop and disseminate legislative and regulatory updates, alerts, and analyses.
• Represent AACOM at congressional hearings, federal agency meetings, and coalition events.
• Support the administration and growth of AACOM’s grassroots and grasstops advocacy networks.
• Identify, recruit, and engage leaders to amplify AACOM’s influence with decision-makers.
• Develop timely communications to activate AACOM members in advocacy efforts.
• Foster collaboration across AACOM departments to advance government relations and health affairs goals.
• Manage advocacy-related events, including lobby days and Capitol Hill briefings.
• Draft government relations content such as newsletters, fact sheets, talking points, policy briefs, website material, and social media content.

Benefits

• Annual bonus program
• 403(b) with generous 10% employer contribution
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-provided life insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• 12annual company-paid holidays
• Vacation & sick leave benefits
• Professional Development Opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees