Remote Director, State Partnerships & Policy

American Cancer Society, Inc.; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The American Cancer Society, Inc. is seeking an Associate Director of State Partnerships to expand strategic alliances with state health plans, departments, and coalitions.

The role focuses on aligning pillar priorities, driving evidence-based interventions, and improving access to care through collaboration with Medicaid/Medicare, providers, and community groups. Remote work is possible with travel to Texas and other states as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public health, health administration, healthcare, nonprofit management, or related field.
• Over five years of progressive experience in healthcare-related management, administration, and account oversight.
• Experience in executive relationship development and strategic stakeholder engagement.
• Deep understanding of Medicaid and Medicare practices and policies.
• Willingness to travel for the role.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage high-impact relationships with state-level partners to advance ACS priorities across the cancer care continuum.
• Align ACS pillar priorities through strategic account management, partner engagement, and cross-sector collaboration.
• Convene and engage diverse stakeholders to implement evidence-based strategies and influence policy.
• Provide technical assistance and share resources to support evidence-based interventions.
• Cultivate health care and community champions to drive system-level policies and practices.

Skills

Medicaid/Medicare knowledge

Executive relationship development

Stakeholder engagement

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in public health / health administration / healthcare / nonprofit management

Job description

The American Cancer Society, Inc. is seeking an Associate Director of State Partnerships to expand strategic alliances with state health plans, departments, and coalitions.

The role focuses on aligning pillar priorities, driving evidence-based interventions, and improving access to care through collaboration with Medicaid/Medicare, providers, and community groups. Remote work is possible with travel to Texas and other states as needed.