Director of Government Affairs

Epic; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merit-based compensation

Stock grants

Annual raises and bonuses

Job summary

Epic is seeking an experienced professional for a role focused on healthcare advocacy based in Madison, WI. This position requires relocation and involves leading efforts in congressional advocacy, representing the company before federal policy makers, and developing pro-innovation government relations strategies.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree, at least 6 years of relevant experience, and a track record of success. Benefits include merit-based compensation, annual raises, and stock grants.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% of working days.
• Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Drive congressional advocacy on healthcare issues.
• Represent Epic before federal policy makers.
• Develop government relations strategies for pro-innovation policies.

Skills

Government relations strategies

Advocacy

Legislative issues

Relationship building

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree or greater

Job description

Position Overview

Please note that this position is based on our campus in Madison, WI, and requires relocation to the area. We recruit nationally and provide financial relocation assistance.

Responsibilities

Drive congressional advocacy on issues that shape the future of healthcare. Represent Epic before federal policy makers and serve as a key voice on legislative issues affecting healthcare technology. Develop government relations strategies that advance pro‑innovation policies that put the patient at the heart of healthcare and help providers succeed in an evolving regulatory environment. Primary focus will be federal affairs, building and sustaining relationships across the House and Senate while partnering with government affairs teams at health systems, hospital associations, and other key healthcare stakeholders to drive aligned, high‑impact initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or greater (any major)
• 6+ years of relevant experience
• A history of academic and professional success
• Willingness to travel up to 30% of working days
• Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
• Relocation to the Madison, WI area (reimbursed)
• COVID-19 vaccination

Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits to keep you healthy and happy as you grow in your life and career, and your merit‑based compensation will reflect the impact your work has on the company and our customers. You'll also be eligible for annual raises and bonuses, as well as stock grants, which give you an even greater stake in the success of Epic and our customers.

EEO Statement

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we know that inclusive teams design software that supports the delivery of quality care for all patients, so diversity, equity, and inclusion are written into our principles. Please see our full non‑discrimination statement at https://careers.epic.com/EEO.