Director, Federal Agency Relations & OPM Strategy

Blue Cross Blue Shield; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 154,000 - 224,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Healthcare benefits

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Cross Blue Shield Association seeks a senior Government Liaison to lead strategic engagement with federal entities, including FEHB and PSHBHP programs. You will guide a team of liaisons, shape government communications ​and responses, and influence policy matters affecting nationwide Blue Plans.

You will coordinate cross‑functional teams, manage audits and ON interactions with OPM, and help organize annual congressional meetings.

Qualifications

• BS or equivalent work experience required.
• 7+ years related experience in health care or related disciplines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong project leadership and cross‑functional collaboration abilities.
• Advanced analytical, planning, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with information technologies (Microsoft suite).
• Preferred: familiarity with AI literacy and generative AI concepts.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop strategic relationships with Blue Plans and the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) to support FEHB/PSHBP programs.
• Create and execute a comprehensive communication strategy for federal entities.
• Lead a team of government liaisons and coordinate cross‑functional FEP teams for cohesive responses.
• Develop and disseminate analysis of governmental communications within the FEHP organization.
• Organize annual congressional meetings for FEHB/PSHB programs and engage with OPM contracting officers.
• Oversee Site Visits, audits, and carrier letter responses; manage OPM engagements.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Project leadership

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

MS Office proficiency

AI literacy

Education

BS or equivalent

MS preferred

Job description

Blue Cross Blue Shield Association seeks a senior Government Liaison to lead strategic engagement with federal entities, including FEHB and PSHBHP programs. You will guide a team of liaisons, shape government communications ​and responses, and influence policy matters affecting nationwide Blue Plans.

You will coordinate cross‑functional teams, manage audits and ON interactions with OPM, and help organize annual congressional meetings.