Vice President, Government Relations

The Company is seeking a Vice President for Government Relations to join their team. The successful candidate will be a senior member of the Government Relations team, responsible for building and sustaining relationships with the state legislature, advancing legislative and regulatory priorities, and engaging with the congressional delegation. This role requires a trusted presence in Trenton, the development of advocacy strategies, and the coordination of complex work across the organization and its membership. The Vice President will be expected to independently manage state legislative and regulatory matters, monitor and assess their significance, and represent the organization in various meetings and hearings. Strong writing, analytical skills, and the ability to work with limited supervision are essential. Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, with a minimum of 10 years in government relations, legislative affairs, public policy, or a related field. Significant direct lobbying or legislative experience at the state level is a must, as is the ability to produce clear and persuasive advocacy materials. The ideal candidate will have a background in health care, hospital, insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, or other health policy issues, and experience with congressional offices and advocacy events. The role demands a high level of initiative, sound political and organizational judgment, and the ability to manage substantive assignments from analysis to execution. The Vice President will also be expected to work outside normal business hours and travel as required.