American Cancer Society - Minnesota
Senior Government Relations Director - Legislation
American Cancer Society - Minnesota, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828
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Senior Government Relations Director - Legislation
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American Cancer Society - Minnesota .
Job ID: 87634124496 | Location: Sacramento, California | Position Type: Full time.
Essential Functions Legislative Impact (50%)
Develops and implements a comprehensive state advocacy strategy aligned with organizational priorities and in collaboration with the State and Local campaign team.
Develops and executes comprehensive state and local legislative strategies aligned with organizational priorities and in collaboration with the State & Local campaign team.
Monitors, analyzes, and responds to proposed legislation and regulations impacting patients and healthcare access.
Drafts policy briefs, testimony, and advocacy materials in collaboration with the State & Local campaign team.
Supports and aligns state and local legislative strategies with federal policy goals and organizational mission.
Tracks legislative activity and maintains accurate records of advocacy efforts and outcomes.
Stakeholder Engagement & Coalition Building & Development (10%)
Builds strategic relationships with advocacy coalitions and health-focused organizations.
Manages external consultants and lobbying firms to support campaign execution.
Serves as a public-facing leader for the organization’s state advocacy efforts.
Supports ACS and ACSCAN revenue development goals.
Grassroots Mobilization & Campaign Management (15%)
Supports grassroots mobilization efforts, including patient and volunteer engagement.
Supports state-level grassroots campaigns, including action alerts, lobby days, and community engagement events.
Partners with community organizations, patient groups, and stakeholders to amplify advocacy efforts.
Participates in state cancer advocacy days.
Team Management (10%)
Leads and mentors a team of two Government Relations Directors.
Builds a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and accountability.
Supports the hiring, onboarding, and professional development to ensure team excellence.
Communications (10%)
Serve as a spokesperson on state policy issues in media, public forums, and legislative hearings.
Develop and deliver presentations to stakeholders, partners, and internal leadership.
Contribute to advocacy communications including newsletters, social media, and policy updates.
Compliance & Governance (5%)
Ensures compliance with all lobbying, ethics, and campaign finance laws.
Oversees reporting and documentation for state-level advocacy activities.
Experience/Qualifications
Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor's Degree
Preferred Degree: Master's Degree
Advanced degree in Public Health, Public Policy, Law, or related field
7+ years of experience in state government affairs, with a focus on health or patient advocacy.
Experience in legislative campaigns.
Experience working with volunteers, health and patient coalitions, communities, health coalitions and nonprofit advocacy organizations.
Knowledge, Skills, and Ability
Passion for improving cancer patient policy outcomes and advancing health equity through the legislative and regulatory process.
Proven ability to drive and achieve legislative results/goals and demonstrated ability to be action-oriented and to work on fast-paced, time-sensitive matters with internal and external constituents.
Strong ability and understanding of government relations and grassroots organizing.
Ability to adapt to, and manage the ambiguity of, multi-state political environments.
Ability to manage and work with others in a primarily virtual environment, with ability to adapt to changing situations.
Experience collaborating with state health policymakers and advocacy leaders.
Experience with budget management and external vendor oversight.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in advocacy and leadership.
Travel Requirements
This position may require travel up to 20%, including overnight and occasional weekend travel.
Travel will primarily be within assigned regions to support legislative campaigns, attend strategic meetings, and engage with stakeholders.
Occasional travel to national conferences or headquarters may also be required.
Physical Requirements
Ability to travel by car, train, or plane as needed.
Compensation Starting rate: $105,000 to $120,000 annual. Final candidate’s relevant experience/skills will be considered before an offer is extended. Actual starting pay will vary based on non-discriminatory factors including geographic location, experience, skills, specialty, and education.
Benefits ACS CAN provides staff a generous paid time off policy; medical, dental, retirement benefits, wellness programs, and professional development programs to enhance staff skills. Further details on our benefits can be found on our careers site at jobs.cancer.org/benefits.
Equal Opportunity Employer We are a proud equal opportunity employer and are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity to continually ensure equal opportunity to our employees and applicants.
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Senior Government Relations Director - Legislation
role at
American Cancer Society - Minnesota .
Job ID: 87634124496 | Location: Sacramento, California | Position Type: Full time.
Essential Functions Legislative Impact (50%)
Develops and implements a comprehensive state advocacy strategy aligned with organizational priorities and in collaboration with the State and Local campaign team.
Develops and executes comprehensive state and local legislative strategies aligned with organizational priorities and in collaboration with the State & Local campaign team.
Monitors, analyzes, and responds to proposed legislation and regulations impacting patients and healthcare access.
Drafts policy briefs, testimony, and advocacy materials in collaboration with the State & Local campaign team.
Supports and aligns state and local legislative strategies with federal policy goals and organizational mission.
Tracks legislative activity and maintains accurate records of advocacy efforts and outcomes.
Stakeholder Engagement & Coalition Building & Development (10%)
Builds strategic relationships with advocacy coalitions and health-focused organizations.
Manages external consultants and lobbying firms to support campaign execution.
Serves as a public-facing leader for the organization’s state advocacy efforts.
Supports ACS and ACSCAN revenue development goals.
Grassroots Mobilization & Campaign Management (15%)
Supports grassroots mobilization efforts, including patient and volunteer engagement.
Supports state-level grassroots campaigns, including action alerts, lobby days, and community engagement events.
Partners with community organizations, patient groups, and stakeholders to amplify advocacy efforts.
Participates in state cancer advocacy days.
Team Management (10%)
Leads and mentors a team of two Government Relations Directors.
Builds a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and accountability.
Supports the hiring, onboarding, and professional development to ensure team excellence.
Communications (10%)
Serve as a spokesperson on state policy issues in media, public forums, and legislative hearings.
Develop and deliver presentations to stakeholders, partners, and internal leadership.
Contribute to advocacy communications including newsletters, social media, and policy updates.
Compliance & Governance (5%)
Ensures compliance with all lobbying, ethics, and campaign finance laws.
Oversees reporting and documentation for state-level advocacy activities.
Experience/Qualifications
Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor's Degree
Preferred Degree: Master's Degree
Advanced degree in Public Health, Public Policy, Law, or related field
7+ years of experience in state government affairs, with a focus on health or patient advocacy.
Experience in legislative campaigns.
Experience working with volunteers, health and patient coalitions, communities, health coalitions and nonprofit advocacy organizations.
Knowledge, Skills, and Ability
Passion for improving cancer patient policy outcomes and advancing health equity through the legislative and regulatory process.
Proven ability to drive and achieve legislative results/goals and demonstrated ability to be action-oriented and to work on fast-paced, time-sensitive matters with internal and external constituents.
Strong ability and understanding of government relations and grassroots organizing.
Ability to adapt to, and manage the ambiguity of, multi-state political environments.
Ability to manage and work with others in a primarily virtual environment, with ability to adapt to changing situations.
Experience collaborating with state health policymakers and advocacy leaders.
Experience with budget management and external vendor oversight.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in advocacy and leadership.
Travel Requirements
This position may require travel up to 20%, including overnight and occasional weekend travel.
Travel will primarily be within assigned regions to support legislative campaigns, attend strategic meetings, and engage with stakeholders.
Occasional travel to national conferences or headquarters may also be required.
Physical Requirements
Ability to travel by car, train, or plane as needed.
Compensation Starting rate: $105,000 to $120,000 annual. Final candidate’s relevant experience/skills will be considered before an offer is extended. Actual starting pay will vary based on non-discriminatory factors including geographic location, experience, skills, specialty, and education.
Benefits ACS CAN provides staff a generous paid time off policy; medical, dental, retirement benefits, wellness programs, and professional development programs to enhance staff skills. Further details on our benefits can be found on our careers site at jobs.cancer.org/benefits.
Equal Opportunity Employer We are a proud equal opportunity employer and are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity to continually ensure equal opportunity to our employees and applicants.
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