Government Relations Manager

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Communications, Business Administration, Public Health, or a related field is required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in legislative affairs, government relations, public policy, or public administration; experience in healthcare or public safety environments preferred.
• Demonstrated experience engaging with elected officials, policymakers, or governmental agencies.
• Valid driver’s license with ability to travel within Oklahoma and occasionally outofstate.
• Ability to work outside normal business hours during legislative sessions or special governmental meetings.

Must be able to successfully pass a background check and drug screen to the satisfaction of the organization.

• Track, analyze, and report on proposed legislation, regulatory changes, and municipal policy actions affecting EMSA.
• Develop briefing materials, talking points, and hearing testimony for use by EMSA leadership.
• Coordinate meetings and legislative outreach between EMSA and local, state, and federal policymakers.
• Represent EMSA at legislative sessions, committee hearings, and public policy forums.
• Provide timely updates to the CEO and leadership team on emerging issues requiring strategic action.

• Assist with planning and executing EMSA public affairs initiatives, community events, and stakeholder engagements.
• Support development of communication materials related to government affairs activities, including press releases, social media content, and public education materials.
• Collaborate with the Public Affairs team on campaigns that highlight EMSA services, outcomes, and initiatives.
• Maintain consistent messaging across advocacy, outreach, and communications activities.
• Coordinate cross‑departmental efforts during major events, public presentations, and outreach campaigns.

• Monitor national EMS policy trends and participate in industry discussions that influence standards, reimbursement, and regulatory frameworks.
• Prepare leadership briefings summarizing national policy developments and industry priorities.
• Coordinate EMSA involvement at state and national conferences, including speaking opportunities and organizational representation.
• Liaison with EMS and other industry associations to position EMSA as a leading healthcare organization.

Punctuality and regular, predictable, reliable, consistent attendance is essential. Other essential functions include: professionalism, the ability to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing), maintaining confidentiality, exercising sound judgment, being adaptable and flexible, following safety and compliance protocols, being accountable, complying with the Code of Conduct, organizational policies, procedures, practices, and expectations, and performing the core duties of the position either with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Understanding legislative processes at local, state, and federal levels.
• Familiarity with public health systems, emergency medical services, municipal governance, or healthcare policy.
• Knowledge of political landscapes, stakeholder dynamics, and intergovernmental relationships.
• Working knowledge of research methods and policy analysis techniques.
• Understanding public affairs functions, including community outreach, media coordination, and stakeholder communication.
• Awareness of EMS and ambulance industry issues, national standards, and emerging trends influencing service delivery and regulation.

• Excellent verbal and written communication, including presenting complex ideas clearly to diverse audiences.
• Strong relationship building and networking skills with public officials and external partners.
• Skilled in legislative tracking, policy interpretation, and summarizing large volumes of information.
• Ability to write briefing documents, position papers, and official correspondence with precision and clarity.
• Effective time management, strategic planning, and…