Director, Federal Affairs

One of Washington's top trade associations has immediate openings in the Federal Affairs Department. These positions will focus on health care related (including Medicare, Medicaid and Medicare Part D) issues being considered in Congress. Successful candidates will have experience working with the Appropriations Committee and with the legislative process in general. They will also lobby members of Congress and their staffs regarding potential or proposed legislation involving health care issues.
REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience Required

* Undergraduate degree in political science, public affairs, public policy or communications required. Graduate degree preferred.

* Three - five years of Capitol Hill experience REQUIRED with experience in appropriations work specializing in health care legislation highly desirable.

Special Skills/Training Required

* Must have a detailed knowledge of and understanding of the legislative and appropriations processes.

* Knowledge of health care related legislation is highly desirable.

* Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with key members of congress.

* Excellent communication skills essential.

* Ability to take complex and often controversial information and make it conversational and easily understood.