Senior Consultant | External Affairs

Gundersen Health System; Wisconsin; Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Pet insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Gundersen Health System is seeking a strategic Government Affairs Leader (Senior Consultant of External Affairs) to advance organizational positioning on legislation and policy, and to support research and outreach for special External Affairs projects.

The role reports to the Vice President, External Affairs & Sustainability and involves hybrid work with travel to meet agencies and partners in Wisconsin. Starting salary is $74,443.20 plus more for experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Political Science or Public Policy or Economics or Public Health or related field.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to qualify as a Register Lobbyist.
• Ability to travel 1-2 times per month.
• Travel expenses reimbursed.

Responsibilities

• Research and Analysis: Conducts and guides research for policy papers, legislative analysis, and special projects. Provides analysis on legislation and regulations impacting Emplify Health.

Skills

Policy analysis

Stakeholder relationships

Public policy

Legislative research

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Political Science or Public Policy or Economics or Public Health or related field

Job description

Love + medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. If you're looking for a job to love, apply today. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Senior Consultant | External Affairs Reports to: Vice President, External Affairs & Sustainability Location: Hybrid. On-site location would be La Crosse, WI primarily with some travel to meet with various agencies and partners. Starting salary: $74,443.20 + more for experience! We are seeking a strategic Government Affairs Leader (Senior Consultant of External Affairs) to work under the direction of the VP of External Affairs & Sustainability. This role will focus on organizational positioning relevant to legislation and policy impacting Emplify Health, as well as supporting research and outreach for special projects within External Affairs.

What you'll do:

• Research and Analysis: Conducts and guides research for policy papers, legislative analysis, and special projects. Provides analysis on legislation and regulations impacting Emplify Health.
• Relationship Management: Develops and manages strategies to build relationships with state and federal officials, agencies, and various stakeholders to increase support for Emplify Health.
• Outreach and Engagement: Manages outreach programs, public relations events, and strategic plans. Develops effective communication channels with businesses, agencies, and other relevant groups.
• Project Management: Plans, coordinates, and executes research projects and special initiatives. Facilitates External Affairs projects and ensures quality documentation and data management.
• Strategic Development: Identifies new opportunities for growth, provides innovative ideas and strategies, and monitors opportunities for competitive grant and appropriation funding.

What you'll need:

• Bachelor's degree in Political Science or Public Policy or Economics or Public Health or a related field
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to qualify as a Register Lobbyist.
• Ability to travel 1-2 times per month.
• Travel expenses reimbursed.

As an employee of Emplify Health, you will get:

• Competitive Benefits: We offer a comprehensive package including medical, dental, pet insurance, and a generous retirement contribution.
• Work-Life Balance: We prioritize your well-being with a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program, generous PTO, and paid holidays.
• Health & Wellness: Relax and recharge in our Zen Room with massage chairs, or take advantage of our corporate gym, yoga classes, and local gym discounts.
• Professional Development: Invest in your future with our Tuition Invest Program (up to $3,000 per year), access to hundreds of internal courses, and our Career Development Center.
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: We foster a welcoming environment with an inclusive celebration program, Unconscious Bias Training, and Patient Care resources.
• Remote Work Opportunity: This position is eligible for remote work. However, candidates must be residents of Wisconsin (WI), Iowa (IA), or Minnesota (MN) at the time of hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Around here, loving your job is part of the job. Join our mission in changing healthcare while finding a career you'll love! Gundersen Health System offers a proud, local history spanning more than 100 years. Our personalized patient care model is only the beginning of what you will experience as we foster population health transformation and innovation to serve our communities and you. We've made it a priority to enrich the lives of our employees as they find a career they love. Using each employee's unique talents and passions, Gundersen is committed to delivering exceptional patient and family-centered care to the communities we serve. You can be part of an exciting, highly adaptable and mission-driven organization with a work environment that supports you personally and professionally and a work culture where you are valued and appreciated offering an employee-first culture, work-life balance, and career advancement & growth opportunities. This culture allows our organization to attract elite talent, like yourself! What You Can Expect: Empowerment to shape your work environment, encouragement to improve processes and create efficiencies, and support when seeking opportunities for growth Culture that encourages self-care and provides you with opportunities to be your best self at work and at home Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages, as applicable, ensuring your comfort and well-being as a valuable team member Support for your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities, our Tuition Investment Program, Career Development Center, and online continuing education courses Inside our walls and our neighborhoods, we deliver world-class medical care and the right amount of love. We call it LOVE + MEDICINE and it is more than our practice. It is who we are. Gundersen Health System, based in La Crosse, WI, is the leading provider of primary and specialized care in western Wisconsin, southeast Minnesota, and northeast Iowa; serving more than 500,000 residents throughout 22 counties. Our physician-led, not-for-profit healthcare system includes a 325-bed teaching hospital, tertiary referral center, and Level II Trauma Center; community clinics; 6 affiliate critical access hospitals; nursing homes; behavioral health services; vision centers; pharmacies; and air and ground ambulance services. Together, we inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning, and innovating. We deliver Love + Medicine every day to change lives in our communities and enrich the lives of our employees. Select Remote/Hybrid Eligible under More search to see our remote-eligible openings. A rewarding career and an excellent quality of life awaits you. Learn more about our excellence in patient care, education, research, culture, and something we call Love + Medicine at www.gundersenhealth.org/careers/life.

If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact [e-mail] or call 608-775-0267.