Public Policy Manager

Public Policy Manager

Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.

The Public Policy Manager provides strategic oversight and guides the policy and advocacy strategy to advance the mission of Avera. This role monitors, analyzes, and responds to state and federal legislation, regulations, and emerging trends that impact healthcare access, affordability, and quality. The manager builds strong relationships with policymakers, government agencies, industry associations, and community partners to shape public policy priorities.

They develop policy briefs, position statements, and educational materials to inform leadership, staff, and external stakeholders, ensuring the organization's voice is represented in the broader healthcare policy landscape. The Public Policy Manager serves as a trusted advisor to leadership, aligning advocacy efforts with organizational goals that improve health outcomes for the communities we serve.

What you will do

• Represent the organization to federal, state, and local elected officials, agency leaders, and regulatory bodies on key healthcare issues.
• Monitor, track, and evaluate legislative and regulatory proposals that affect healthcare delivery, reimbursement, patient safety, and community health initiatives. Develop and coordinate responses and effectively manage a high volume of information. Apply knowledge of the political process to prioritize issues.
• Provide regular policy updates, reports, and presentations for leadership board meetings and develop training and written materials that may be used to educate stakeholders and internal groups.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and clinical experts to prioritize advocacy efforts that align with the organization's mission and community health needs.
• Manage key contacts and maintain a stakeholder database to support advocacy outreach and relationship-building.
• Represent the organization at policy forums, conferences, and public hearings, ensuring the healthcare perspective is clearly communicated.
• Respond timely and accurately to requests for information from industry-related interest groups.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Public Policy, Political Science, Health Care Administration, Public Health, or related field.
• 4-6 years of progressively responsible experience in public policy, government affairs, or advocacy, with at least 2 years in healthcare or nonprofit sectors
• Demonstrated experience analyzing legislation and regulations, preparing policy briefs, and advising leadership on advocacy strategies.

Preferred Education, License/Certification, or

Work Experience:

• Master's in Public Policy, Public Health, Health Care Administration, or a related discipline.
• Experience working in a nonprofit healthcare organization, trade association, or governmental health agency
• Established relationships with policymakers, regulatory agencies, or healthcare advocacy coalitions.
• Familiarity with Medicaid, Medicare, and healthcare access and reimbursement issues.

Expectations and Standards

• Commitment to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
• Promote Avera's values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
• Uphold Avera's standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
• Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

Benefits You Need & Then Some

• PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
• Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement
• Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship

Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call or send an email to talent.