AVP Government Relations

Make your next career move to MedStar Health as the Assistant Vice President of Government Relations!

In close collaboration with the Vice President of Government Affairs, you will manage and be responsible for the development, execution, and representation of public policy initiatives to advance MedStar Health's mission. The AVP will also participate with other members of the MedStar Health management team to create and implement public policy strategies and advocate before Maryland State, local government officials, and community organizations. You will monitor and analyze emerging issues, regulatory trends, and proposed laws, rules, and regulations to determine their potential impact on MedStar Health throughout the State of Maryland.

MedStar Health is a great place to work and grow your career. We provide a supportive and inclusive work environment, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, generous PTO, tuition assistance, retirement plans, and many other benefits focused on your wellbeing.

Qualifications:

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Political Science, Business, or a related field required.
• Master's degree in Public Relations or health-related field preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years' experience working with legislative or regulatory bodies at the state and local levels required with preference for some experience to be in health care industry.
• Demonstrated work experience with state and local elected officials, political parties, companies, consultancies, governmental agencies, or equivalent organizations required.
• Previous experience with a State Legislature preferred.
• Previous experience with Maryland healthcare and business policy matters preferred.

About MedStar Health

MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It’s how we treat people.