Government Affairs Representative jobs in Ohio

Location: BROOKLYN HEIGHTS

Biweekly Hours: 80.00

Shift: Sun-Sat; Variable Schedule

The MetroHealth System is redefining health care by going beyond medical treatment to improve the foundations of community health and well-being: affordable housing, a cleaner environment, economic opportunity and access to fresh food, convenient transportation, legal help and other services. The system strives to become as good at preventing disease as it is at treating it. Founded in 1837, Cuyahoga County’s safety-net health system operates four hospitals, four emergency departments and more than 20 health centers.

Summary:

Helps manage The MetroHealth System’s (MHS) public policy and government relations strategies within the city of Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, and the region to ensure MHS can best fulfill its mission. Creates innovative, productive, and strategic relationships with elected officials, public administrators and staff members, agencies of government, and community leaders to advance the health system’s priorities. Engages system leadership to respond to and shape local legislation and public sector funding plans that could impact patient care, financial, and business plans. Attends relevant public and private sector leadership meetings to represent MetroHealth’s policy and government relations interests and to gather insights on issues important to the communities we serve. Upholds the mission, vision, values, and customer service standards of The MetroHealth System.

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in political science, business, economics, public or health care administration, or a closely related field.

In lieu of degree, any combination of relevant education, training, and experience in addition to the experience noted below.

5 years of government relations, public policy, advocacy, or public service experience with a direct connection to health care.

Thorough knowledge of the county and municipal governments, officials, and communities in Cuyahoga County.

Strong analytical, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.

Highly self-motivated and results oriented.

Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal and presentation skills.

Strong advocacy skills. Impeccable ethics.

Strong personal initiative and dedication to The MetroHealth System’s mission.

Ability to interact effectively with people from diverse cultural, political, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Preferred:

Master’s Degree in relevant field.

7 – 10 years of experience in government relations or public service in health care, health insurance, or a closely related field.

Proficiency in Spanish.

Physical Demands: May need to move around intermittently during the day, including sitting, standing, stooping, bending, and ambulating. May need to remain still for extended periods, including sitting and standing. Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed. Ability to communicate in face-to-face, phone, email, and other communications. Ability to read job related documents. Ability to use computer.