Senior Policy Program Manager, Legislative and Regulatory Policy

bcbsa; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 128,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

BCBS Association in Washington, DC seeks an experienced policy professional to support the development of commercial market, ERISA, and health policy strategies. The role focuses on identifying regulatory and legislative opportunities and crafting consensus-based recommendations across federal and state levels.

You will lead policy discussions, prepare formal comments, and communicate updates to BCBS Plans and external stakeholders, while helping shape priorities for engagement with Washington

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in policy/administration or related field.
• Master's degree preferred in health or public policy.

Responsibilities

• Support policy development on commercial market and ERISA issues and healthcare affordability solutions.
• Identify and develop policy recommendations to advance BCBS priorities at federal and state levels.
• Prepare comments and briefing materials for policymakers and BCBS Plans.
• Lead workgroups and coordinate with BCBS leadership on regulatory priorities.
• Communicate updates to BCBS Plans and stakeholder allies.

Skills

Strong communications skills

Planning and organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

AI literacy

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Political Science, Public or Health Policy, Business or Public Administration

Master's Degree in Health Policy, Public Policy, Health Administration, Public Health or relevant subject

Job description

Candidates will support policy development on commercial market and ERISA issues, commercial pharmacy benefit policy, value-based programs, and healthcare affordability solutions.

This role identifies and proactively develops policy recommendations that further the BCBS mission and drive solutions. Identifies and analyzes proposed regulatory and legislative initiatives at the federal and state level which present significant implications to BCBS Plans' members and clients. Identifies policy questions, advances meaningful policy solutions, and builds consensus with BCBS Plans and stakeholder allies on high-profile issues. Prepares formal comments regarding recommended policies and communicates key updates from BCBSA and federal/state policymakers to BCBS Plans. Leads BCBS Plan workgroups to advance corporate goals for assigned programs and/or issues. Works closely with BCBSA leadership to develop strategy around regulatory and legislative priorities for engagement with the White House, Administration, Congress and other key stakeholders in Washington.

Leads the development of effective, consensus-based policy recommendations to promote BCBSA and BCBS Plan objectives at both state and federal levels. Manages the review of legislation and regulations to identify and provide feedback to policymakers and staff on strategic and business considerations. Develops advocacy documents to support these activities, including key messaging, one-pagers, and briefing materials. Provides policy support for coalitions, third-party inquiries and internal business partners on select focus areas. Brings forward new ideas and strategic thinking to promote BCBSA priorities and objectives.

Leads projects within assigned regulatory and legislative focus areas, including the identification of key business issues, legislative or regulatory analysis. Develops comment letters and resources for policymakers and educational materials for BCBS Plans. Produces bill summaries, policy analysis and memos on key issues and BCBSA positions for use by Plans. Leads BCBSA and Plan meetings to inform staff of key issues and actions taken by P&A staff. Responsible for researching and developing responses to Plan inquiries.

Leads workgroup and related calls on focus areas. Identifies and communicates key regulatory and legislative activities to internal audiences, BCBS Plans and other external audiences. Collaborates with peers and others on BCBSA's business/operations team to support synchronized efforts to assess current landscape, identify opportunities for engagement for BCBSA leadership, and assist with implementing a forward-thinking, comprehensive, coordinated, strategy for assigned programs and/or issues.

Keeps up to date on legislative and regulatory positions and priorities, strategies, federal policymaking activities, external stakeholder positioning, and health care issues generally in order to maintain an understanding of key issues and strategies. May provide policy support to State Affairs team and work with state-based organizations (SBOs). Takes on various health policy projects as assigned.

Collaborates with BCBS Plan representatives, Policy and Advocacy staff and broader BCBSA staff. Engages with external stakeholders including federal policymakers and third-party representatives as appropriate.

Ensures senior management, senior leadership team and BCBS Plan representatives are informed as to pertinent legislative and regulatory developments.

The posting range for this position is: 127,500.00 - 184,875.00

Qualifications:

• Required Bachelor's Degree in Political Science, Public or Health Policy, Business or Public Administration; or equivalent work experience
• Preferred Master's Degree in Health Policy, Public Policy, Health Administration, Public Heath or relevant subject

Experience

• Required 7+ Years equivalent work experience

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of health care systems and understanding of legislative and policymaking process.
• Strong communications skills; the ability to communicate effectively and persuasively, both orally and in writing
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Strong human relations skills; and the ability to work with others in obtaining feedback/input, accomplishing goals, and meeting deadlines
• Sophisticated/strategic thinking to determine how best to influence decision/policy makers
• Comprehensive understanding of health policy issues and the legislative process, as well as experience with policy writing
• Excellent interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships and influence outcomes
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to identify issues and develop appropriate advocacy recommendations
• Demonstrated ability to manage time and competing priorities
• Preferred: Demonstrates AI literacy and an understanding of generative AI tools, including appropriate business applications and limitations.