Senior Manager of Legislative Affairs – Mountain Region

Senior Manager of Legislative Affairs – Mountain Region

Position Location
On-site in Columbus, MT. Hybrid or Remote flexibility may be available based on qualifications and experience. (MT, CO, UT, WY, , OR, WA preferred)

Position Type
Full Time Regular, Benefit Eligible

Reports To
President

Travel Required
Ability to travel domestically up to 50% as needed.

A Little About Us
Montana Family Pharmacies is dedicated to helping our members “Experience the power of people who care.” This commitment goes beyond a tagline—it’s the foundation of how we operate every day. Since our inception, we have worked tirelessly to empower our members to tackle significant challenges, compete effectively with large chains, and make a positive impact on their communities while improving the health of the patients they serve.

As the Head of Legislative Affairs at Montana Family Pharmacies, you will serve as the organization’s lead advocate on policy and regulatory matters impacting independent pharmacy and healthcare access across the states we serve. You will drive strategic engagement with lawmakers, regulatory agencies, trade associations, and advocacy partners to advance legislative priorities aligned with our mission. This role involves tracking and analyzing policy developments, drafting position statements, coordinating grassroots efforts, and representing member interests at the state and federal levels.

You will work closely with executive leadership and member pharmacies to ensure their voices are heard in shaping a more equitable and sustainable pharmacy landscape.

• Develop and lead legislative and regulatory strategies primarily for Montana, Colorado, and Utah, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities.
• Monitor and analyze legislative and regulatory developments impacting independent pharmacy, PBMs, drug pricing, provider status, scope of practice, Medicaid/Medicare policy, and healthcare access.
• Serve as the regional point of contact for state lobbying efforts, working with external lobbyists or government affairs teams in additional states to ensure consistent messaging and strategy.
• Build and maintain relationships with key legislators, regulators, and advocacy partners in the region; facilitate introductions and engagement with national or multi-state stakeholders as needed.
• Draft policy briefs, position statements, and other advocacy materials tailored to regional legislative priorities.
• Coordinate regional grassroots and grasstops campaigns, empowering member pharmacies and influential community stakeholders to engage with state policymakers.
• Advise internal leadership on regional legislative trends, policy impacts, and recommended strategies.
• Oversee compliance with lobbying and reporting requirements in the region and support governance of multi-state advocacy activities.
• Represent MFP in meetings with legislators, regulators, government agencies, advocacy coalitions, and pharmacy associations.

• Ethics and Integrity:
  Upholds organizational values by treating others with respect, maintaining commitments, acting with integrity, and fostering trust and accountability in all actions.
• Policy & Regulatory Expertise – Deep understanding of healthcare legislation, pharmacy regulation, and public policy processes at both state and federal levels.
• Strategic Communication – Ability to clearly articulate complex policy issues in written and verbal formats for diverse audiences, including lawmakers and non-policy stakeholders.
• Relationship Building – Proven ability to develop and sustain strong relationships with legislators, regulators, industry partners, and internal stakeholders.
• Advocacy & Influence – Skilled in advancing legislative priorities through lobbying, coalition-building, grassroots mobilization, and public engagement.
• Analytical Thinking – Strong ability to evaluate legislation, anticipate policy impacts, and make data-informed recommendations.
• Leadership & Collaboration – Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and aligning advocacy efforts with organizational objectives.

• The position does not have any regular…