Director of Government Relations

POWERS, a mid-size DC law firm with a national legislative practice, is seeking a Legislative Director to join our expanding health care policy group.

The Director will meaningfully contribute to the practice’s advocacy and policy efforts in a variety of subject matter areas including Medicare, Medicaid, public health, mental health and ACA from a provider and consumer perspective, with a special focus in rehabilitation, disability, physician issues, 340B and pharmacy issues, medical device, diagnostic testing and patient advocacy.  In addition to direct lobbying, the director will monitor, track, research, and analyze health care policy developments as well as, develop grassroots and grass-tops advocacy communications and manage coalitions. This exciting position requires a dynamic individual who can work both independently, and in a team, is comfortable on Capitol Hill speaking with Members of Congress and staff and enjoys being hands-on and proactive.  Qualified candidates will have at least 5 years Hill experience and/or direct experience lobbying Congress and executive agencies.  A bachelor’s degree in a related field with strong academic credentials is required.  An advanced degree is desirable.  The candidate must possess strong oral and written communication skills and be able to work on multiple projects simultaneously under deadlines with close attention to details.  In addition, the candidate must have experience researching health care policy issues.

For consideration, submit a cover letter, writing sample and resume to Recruiting@PowersLaw.com.  In the subject line note: “Director Government Relations”.  EOE.  No search firm submissions, please.


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