Public Policy and Government Relations Manager

Presbyterian is seeking a Public Policy & Government Relations Manager to coordinate and work closely with the Director of Public Policy and Government Relations in small team dynamic. Oversees the state legislative tracking process and attends state and local-level meetings in consultation with the Director. Major duties include performing research for decision

making then authoring policy positions for the organization. Strong communication skills especially writing are required. The position supports the organizations Government Relations Committee manages community/philanthropic sponsorship process and is responsible for planning and overseeing events related to government relations.

• This is a Full Time position - Exempt: Yes
• Job is based at Rev Hugh Cooper Admin Center
• Work hours: Days

Ideal Candidate:

Prefer 5 years experience working in an elected officials office or state or federal agency non profit.

• Minimum of five (5) years experience preferred.
• Bachelors Degree required. Relevant experience could include: work in an elected officials office or for a state or federal agency non-profit work experience with a trade association or similar.
• Interest and experience in healthcare or public policy preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills required.
• Education Essential: Bachelor Degree

• Manages legislation tracking process during State Legislative Sessions and assists with preparing printed materials and other content for the Government Relations Committee.
• Works with lobbyists and trade associations to track relevant issues at local state and federal levels. Engages appropriate subject matter experts to help determine organizational positions.
• Provides research information and support for decision making as requested.
• Maintains files and records of all projects and materials associated with public policy plans. Maintains tracking list for Presbyterian Health Plan campaign contributions. Maintains Presbyterian Healthcare Services community sponsorship process and contributions. Oversees management of list of senior leader service to community boards.
• Authors policy position documents. Handles communications assignments related to public policy including testimony talking points presentation preparation web materials etc.
• Works with internal business partners to identify assets to augment public policy positions such as: data resources subject matter experts
• Works closely with communications function and legal function at Presbyterian. Responsible for regular internal communications related to public policy issues.
• Manages key events consistent with public policy including annual Legislative Appreciation Dinner in Santa Fe.
• Attends external meetings as required and in consultation with Director provides thorough meeting reviews/summaries to leaders as requested.
• Performs other functions as required

About Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Presbyterian offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees including medical dental vision disability coverage life insurance and optional voluntary benefits.

The Employee Wellness Rewards Program encourages staff to engage in health-enhancing activities - like challenges webinars and screenings - with opportunities to earn gift to earn gift cards and other incentives.

As a mission-driven organization Presbyterian is deeply committed to improving community health across New Mexico through initiatives like growers markets and local partnerships. Founded in 1908 Presbyterian is a locally owned not-for-profit healthcare system with nine hospitals a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. With nearly 14000 employees it is the largest private employer in the state serving over 580000 health plan members through Medicare Advantage Medicaid and Commercial plans.

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.