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Alzheimer's Association® The Michigan Director of State Affairs serves as the principal staff for state government affairs and chief lobbyist in Michigan, representing the Alzheimer’s Association before Michigan’s legislature, governor, relevant state agencies, community stakeholders and coalitions, and on statewide task forces and work groups. This position is responsible for implementing the Alzheimer’s Association’s coordinated state policy priorities, including issues related to Medicaid, long‑term care, training standards, aging, and workforce, and serves as a registered lobbyist with the state. The Director of State Affairs reports to Regional Vice President and represents the Alzheimer’s Association's Michigan chapters. This position is based out of Lansing, Michigan and has one direct report. Responsibilities
Plan and execute a multi‑year state legislative and regulatory agenda with a focus on implementation of the Association's state policy priorities, in collaboration with the Executive Director and the National Public Policy Office in Washington, D.C. Draft bills and regulatory language and secure bill sponsors. Testify regularly before state legislative committees and train volunteer advocates and other Association staff to provide testimony on behalf of the Association as needed. Develop and grow relationships with legislators, state government officials and community stakeholders, ensuring the Association is represented on relevant statewide task forces, workgroups, committees and coalitions. Track state legislation utilizing the Association’s approved tracking system and monitor committee meetings and legislative action. Report lobbying activities as required and ensure compliance with the Association’s approved lobbying compliance vendor and internal tracking system. Lead the planning and execution of the Association’s annual State Advocacy Day event at the state capitol. Identify opportunities for grassroots engagement on state issues and assist as needed in the execution of state‑level advocacy activities, including coordinating office visits, correspondence, and other activities. In consultation with Regional Vice President, provide regular updates to Association staff in the state, the chapter board, volunteer advocates and to staff in the Association’s National Public Policy Office. Collaborate with Association staff across the chapter regularly including Communications, Programs, Health Systems and the Executive Director to advance mission priorities and provide policy expertise. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required. At least 5 years experience working in state government affairs; experience as state legislative staff, in the governor’s office or relevant state agency, preferably in Michigan. Political or issue advocacy campaign experience desired. Understands, and has experience with the legislative, regulatory, and budget process in Michigan. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Familiar with Medicaid, senior, aging, health, and long‑term care issues. Current contacts within the state legislature and executive branch, and with potential partners and collaborators in Michigan. Demonstrates the ability to anticipate, identify, organize, and analyze public policy opportunities. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Detail‑oriented, adaptable, organized, and able to manage multiple projects and tasks. Strong negotiation and self‑starter skills with careful attention to detail. Ability to work effectively with diverse populations with integrity and diplomacy. Will attend the Association’s annual Advocacy Forum in Washington, D.C. Willingness to travel across the state, including some evenings and weekends (up to 15%), by car and occasionally by air. Valid driver’s license, good driving record, reliable vehicle and proof of automobile insurance. Title
Director, State Affairs Location
Lansing, Michigan Compensation
Grade 209; salary range $105,000‑$110,000 Reports To
Regional Vice President Who We Are
The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Our mission is to lead the way to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.
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Director, State Affairs
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Alzheimer's Association® The Michigan Director of State Affairs serves as the principal staff for state government affairs and chief lobbyist in Michigan, representing the Alzheimer’s Association before Michigan’s legislature, governor, relevant state agencies, community stakeholders and coalitions, and on statewide task forces and work groups. This position is responsible for implementing the Alzheimer’s Association’s coordinated state policy priorities, including issues related to Medicaid, long‑term care, training standards, aging, and workforce, and serves as a registered lobbyist with the state. The Director of State Affairs reports to Regional Vice President and represents the Alzheimer’s Association's Michigan chapters. This position is based out of Lansing, Michigan and has one direct report. Responsibilities
Plan and execute a multi‑year state legislative and regulatory agenda with a focus on implementation of the Association's state policy priorities, in collaboration with the Executive Director and the National Public Policy Office in Washington, D.C. Draft bills and regulatory language and secure bill sponsors. Testify regularly before state legislative committees and train volunteer advocates and other Association staff to provide testimony on behalf of the Association as needed. Develop and grow relationships with legislators, state government officials and community stakeholders, ensuring the Association is represented on relevant statewide task forces, workgroups, committees and coalitions. Track state legislation utilizing the Association’s approved tracking system and monitor committee meetings and legislative action. Report lobbying activities as required and ensure compliance with the Association’s approved lobbying compliance vendor and internal tracking system. Lead the planning and execution of the Association’s annual State Advocacy Day event at the state capitol. Identify opportunities for grassroots engagement on state issues and assist as needed in the execution of state‑level advocacy activities, including coordinating office visits, correspondence, and other activities. In consultation with Regional Vice President, provide regular updates to Association staff in the state, the chapter board, volunteer advocates and to staff in the Association’s National Public Policy Office. Collaborate with Association staff across the chapter regularly including Communications, Programs, Health Systems and the Executive Director to advance mission priorities and provide policy expertise. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required. At least 5 years experience working in state government affairs; experience as state legislative staff, in the governor’s office or relevant state agency, preferably in Michigan. Political or issue advocacy campaign experience desired. Understands, and has experience with the legislative, regulatory, and budget process in Michigan. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Familiar with Medicaid, senior, aging, health, and long‑term care issues. Current contacts within the state legislature and executive branch, and with potential partners and collaborators in Michigan. Demonstrates the ability to anticipate, identify, organize, and analyze public policy opportunities. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Detail‑oriented, adaptable, organized, and able to manage multiple projects and tasks. Strong negotiation and self‑starter skills with careful attention to detail. Ability to work effectively with diverse populations with integrity and diplomacy. Will attend the Association’s annual Advocacy Forum in Washington, D.C. Willingness to travel across the state, including some evenings and weekends (up to 15%), by car and occasionally by air. Valid driver’s license, good driving record, reliable vehicle and proof of automobile insurance. Title
Director, State Affairs Location
Lansing, Michigan Compensation
Grade 209; salary range $105,000‑$110,000 Reports To
Regional Vice President Who We Are
The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Our mission is to lead the way to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.
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