What are the responsibilities and job description for the Government Affairs Manager position at Inland Empire Health Plans?

What you can expect!

Find joy in serving others with IEHP! We welcome you to join us in “healing and inspiring the human spirit” and to pivot from a “job” opportunity to an authentic experience!

Under the direction of the Director of Government Affairs, the Government Affairs Manager is responsible for managing and overseeing the execution of the government affairs role for Medi-Cal, Medicare, and Covered California, as well as any subsequent lines of business. The Government Affairs Manager plays a key role in crafting and shaping federal and state legislative and regulatory policy issues for the benefit of IEHP. This position has an active and visible leadership role with state and federal advocacy associations and legislative offices.

The Government Affairs Manager serves as a lead liaison for IEHP with state and federal trade associations and legislative staff, positioning IEHP as a key influencer while maintaining relationships with advocacy groups and legislative staff. This position works collaboratively with other departments within the Plan, acting as a resource to provide analysis and interpretation of draft state and federal legislative and regulatory guidance, and works with Business Units to ensure advocacy issues are presented accurately and compellingly.

Additionally, the Manager of Government Affairs works closely with the managers in the Compliance Department to ensure seamless services to Business Units and effective advocacy, as well as with other Managers within the Plan to ensure alignment, understanding, and follow-through of priorities.

Commitment to Quality : The IEHP Team is committed to incorporating IEHP’s Quality Program goals, including, but not limited to, HEDIS, CAHPS, and NCQA Accreditation.

If you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information.

Perks

IEHP is committed to healing and inspiring the human spirit of our Members; we also aim to match our Team Members with the same energy by providing prime benefits and more.

CalPERS retirement
457(b) option with a contribution match
Generous paid time off - vacation, holidays, sick
State-of-the-art fitness center on-site
Medical Insurance with Dental and Vision
Paid life insurance for employees with additional options
Short-term, and long-term disability options
Pet care insurance
Flexible Spending Account – Health Care / Childcare
Wellness programs that promote a healthy work-life balance
Career advancement opportunities and professional development
Competitive salary with annual merit increase
Team bonus opportunities

Education & Experience

Five (5) years with managed care health plan or other relevant industry experience specific to government affairs legislative and regulatory advocacy

Direct experience interacting with legislative staff and state and federal trade associations

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution required

Key Qualifications

Must have a valid California Driver's License.

Strong knowledge and understanding in the following areas :

Medicaid, Medicare, and commercial health insurance.

Managed care and government-sponsored health care delivery systems.

County, state, and federal legislative and budget processes.

Policy, legislative and regulatory implications to an organization and effective advocacy strategy and tactics.

Principles of effective project management, effective survey tools, business impact analysis, and report writing.

Team building, strategic planning, and organizational and project management.

Cross-organization coordination.

Understanding and sensitivity to a multi-cultural environment and community.

State and federal legislative and budget process.

Effective advocacy strategies, including effective partnerships with state and federal trade associations.

Federal and state regulatory requirements related to lines of business included in IEHP’s business portfolio.

Possesses strong skillsets in the following areas :

Strong leadership and excellent interpersonal skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

High-level analytical skills and ability to analyze complex regulatory and legislative proposals.

Project management skills.

Issue management skills.

Microcomputer applications : spreadsheet, database, and word processing.

Ability to translate legislation and regulatory guidance into meaningful and actionable information.

Strong writing, interpersonal communication, and organizational skills.

Proven ability to :

Understand, incorporate, and demonstrate the mission, vision, and values of the Plan in behaviors, practices, and decisions.

Maintain a high level of diplomacy.

Be resourceful and independent in problem-solving and self-direction.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal departments and external agencies and offices of elected officials.

Embrace and champion change to accommodate evolving organizational and regulatory processes.

Work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and changing priorities.

Possess a strong attention to detail and exceptional follow-through.

Start your journey towards a thriving future with IEHP and apply TODAY !

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