Senior Policy Specialist

All about us

You likely know us as an insurance company but thats just a portion of what we do. Hundreds of thousands of North Dakotans trust us to provide them with personalized service and unmatched access to care. Its a mission we take seriously.

We also work with entities throughout the state to challenge the cost and complexity of health care in North Dakota. This uncompromising goal requires caring innovative people who are ready and willing to help create a new level of health and well-being in North Dakota and beyond.

Work environment

This position offers flexibility for remote hybrid or in-office work arrangements. However candidates must reside within driving distance of Bismarck ND as onsite presence is required during the legislative session. We empower our employees to find a work style that is best for them. Learn more at Life at Blue BCBSND.

This position is eligible for internal Blue Cross Blue Shield employees and external applications.

Pay information

• Pay Level: 023
• FLSA Category: Exempt Salary
• Individual pay will be based on skills experience qualifications location internal equity and other relevant factors
• Opportunities for continued salary growth through a performance-based merit program
• The estimated starting salary for this position is $64974.00 - $84465.67
  
  

At BCBSND were committed to providing fair and equitable compensation. While the posted salary range reflects the full compensation range for this role offers typically fall at or below the midpoint and in alignment with internal equity and role expectations. Individual offers are based upon candidates unique experience education and skillsets. The top of the range reflects the ceiling for this role and is only used for offers in exceptionally rare cases. We do not extend offers above the posted maximum.

A day in the life

The Senior Policy Specialist is responsible for providing support in the areas of issue tracking stakeholder mapping and material development as it relates to public affairs and government relations. This role assists in the administration and coordination of federal state and regulatory policy; stakeholder advocacy; and state and federal political action committee fundraising.

Your responsibilities will include

• Creates content for a variety of communication materials such as website creation and maintenance presentations letters agenda items interoffice communications reports charts and other materials as requested.
• Conducts research and supports policy/legislation tracking as it relates to federal state and regulatory policy. Documents and organizes bills that may impact the organization.
• Prepares materials for providing legislative testimony to appropriate stakeholders and committees regarding the companys position.
• Assists in the administration of state political action committee which includes but is not limited to: preparing and distributing educational materials maintaining records and audits for funds and coordinating events.
• Develops a fundraising and employee engagement plan for the political action committee.
• Participates in special projects and strategic planning activities. Performs research collects data and prepares information as requested.
• Collaborates with internal subject matter experts in various departments to analyze the implications of policy and legislative proposals.
• Identifies analyzes and tracks legislative regulatory and other state government policy initiatives that may impact organizational operations.
• Discusses support of policy initiatives with federal and state agencies and elected officials.
• Completes research and provides recommendations with regard to pending legislation that may impact organizational operations. May coordinate with external lobbyists.
• Performs work under minimal supervision. Handles complex issues and problems and refers only the most complex issues to higher-level staff.
• Coaches and mentors department staff and collaborates with leadership to support strategic goals within the team.

What you need to succeed

• At least 5 years of experience within public relations government affairs communications project management regulatory analysis fundraising or related experience.
• Bachelors degree in business marketing communications public relations political science or related field is required.
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Capable of managing projects and meeting deadlines under pressure
• Skilled in building and maintaining professional relationships
• Demonstrates initiative and creativity in problem-solving and process improvement
• Comfortable taking a firm stance on complex or sensitive issues
• Able to perform in high-pressure environments with professionalism and composure
• Research and analytical skills to support policy and legislative tracking

Equivalent combination of education experience or training determined to be acceptable by Human Resources may be substituted unless regulated by contract or program standards

Benefits

• Affordable medical dental and vision coverage accepted throughout the United States
• Employer funded Lifestyle Spending Accounts Health Savings Accounts and Health Reimbursement Arrangements
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and immediate vesting
• Paid holidays paid time off (PTO) PTO donation program and paid parental leave
• Voluntary benefits including Accident Hospital Indemnity Critical Illness Term/Whole Life Cancer Care Insurance and more.

Additional company perks

• Robust mental health offerings including an Employee Assistance Program Learn to Live meQ.
• Comprehensive learning and development opportunities and an Educational Assistance Program.
• 16 hours of paid volunteer time with a $200 donation to a charity of your choice upon completion of all volunteer hours.
• Employee recognition community initiative events and yearly company outings.
• Workplace flexibility offering different options for working arrangements and the freedom to make time for important commitments.
• Opportunities to connect through employee committees.

Equal opportunity employment

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

For questions please email.

This job posting will be closed 11/10/25 at 8:00 a.m. (CT). No further applications will be considered.

Required Experience:

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