Director, Government Affairs & Relations

Description:

About Jordan Valley Community Health Center:

Jordan Valley Community Health Center (JVCHC) is a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the health of individuals and families in underserved communities. We provide comprehensive healthcare services including primary medical, dental, vision, and behavioral health. Our mission is simple: Improve our community’s health through access and relationships. By working collaboratively with partners and continually innovating, JVCHC strives to be a leader in providing essential healthcare for the underserved, ensuring everyone in our community has access to quality healthcare.

Job Summary:

The Director of Government Affairs and Relations is a senior leadership role responsible for shaping and advancing the organization’s public policy agenda within the healthcare sector. This individual leads the development and execution of government affairs strategies to support the organization's objectives at the local, state, and federal levels. Acting as the primary liaison to legislators, regulatory agencies, and healthcare associations, the Director monitors emerging healthcare legislation, advocates for favorable policy outcomes, and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• To strategize for the further development of community health centers
• Monitors and researches government activities that could affect the organization's business and clients
• Perform research and analyze various regulations within the organization's facilities
• Assists senior management and leadership with strategic planning for known and potential regulatory activities related to the business and industry
• Advocates legislative and public policy changes that will support company operations
• Builds and maintains professional relationships with members of federal, state, and local government entities and agencies
• Collaborates with industry advocates to build areas of common interest
• Assists with grants and find resources, for CHC to succeed
• Performs other duties as required.

Work Environment

The Director of Government Affairs and Relations operates in a professional office environment at Jordan Valley Community Health Center. This role requires frequent collaboration with internal teams, clinical leaders, and external partners. While the environment is typically structured and collaborative, the position involves managing high-pressure situations to meet deadlines and resolve urgent revenue cycle issues. Occasional travel to JVCHC’s other locations may be required. Available by cell phone 24/7.

Benefits Overview:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage: Three comprehensive plan options (Buy-up, Base, and High Deductible) through UnitedHealthcare's Choice Plus network, covering various deductibles and out-of-pocket limits. Includes access to telemedicine services via Teladoc.
• Health Savings Account (HSA): Available for employees in the High Deductible Plan with employer contributions and tax advantages.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Options for both healthcare and dependent care FSAs, allowing pre-tax contributions for qualified expenses.
• Dental and Vision Coverage: Dental insurance through Cigna’s DPPO network and vision coverage through EyeMed’s Insight network.
• Retirement Plan: Pre-tax and Roth 403(b) retirement plans with a 5% employer match starting after 30 days of employment.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic Life and AD&D insurance provided at no cost, with the option to purchase additional coverage. Long-term and short-term disability insurance are also available.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free confidential support for personal and professional challenges, including counseling and crisis intervention.
• Additional Voluntary Benefits: Options for critical illness, accident, hospital care, and pet insurance through MetLife.
• Pay on Demand Available

Holidays:

• Nine paid holidays per year.

Health Requirements:

All employees are required to provide proof of vaccination for Flu, Hepatitis B and Tuberculosis (TB) as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.

Application Process:

Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter through the JVCHC career portal at Careers & Education - Jordan Valley. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Jordan Valley Community Health Center is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Application Process:

Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter through the JVCHC career portal at Careers & Education - Jordan Valley. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Jordan Valley Community Health Center is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent years of experience

Position Requirements

• Must have logical reasoning and the ability to communicate with a diverse range of individuals
• Skill to solve practical problemsin the field, often under deadline pressure
• Leadership & communication skills
• Understanding of business management and practices.