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Associate VP, State Affairs
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Humana .
Base pay range $203,300.00/yr - $279,500.00/yr
Overview The Associate VP, State Affairs represents Humana’s position on legislation and regulatory affairs to elected representatives, agency officials, and stakeholders. This role provides input to national strategy and leads engagement with state elected officials, legislators, regulators, and key stakeholders in 25 states.
Responsibilities
Advocate for Humana’s interests at the state and local levels.
Develop and oversee state government affairs engagement in 25 states, including advocacy, lobbying, political contributions, and relationship-building activities with state legislators, regulators, coalitions, stakeholders, and trade groups.
Advise senior leadership on policy developments, emerging legislation, and regulatory trends with regular updates and actionable recommendations.
Represent Humana at state hearings, policy briefings, and meetings with public officials and industry groups.
Build and maintain effective relationships with policymakers, regulatory officials, trade associations, and external stakeholders.
Partner with the State Affairs policy team on policy positions development, legislative/regulatory analysis, and advocacy materials.
Collaborate with business leaders and corporate functions including law, compliance, communications, operations, and federal affairs to ensure coordinated public policy engagement at state level.
Manage and mentor a team of state affairs professionals covering 25 states, setting clear objectives and fostering professional growth.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Law, or a related field.
Minimum 12 years’ experience in state government relations, state public policy, or state legislative affairs with demonstrated success in state advocacy and relationship management across multiple jurisdictions.
Experience in state health care advocacy and policy related to health insurance, primary care, pharmacy, and Medicaid/government pay programs.
Minimum 6 years’ experience directly managing and developing state government affairs professionals.
Proven relationships with state and local policymakers, legislators, and agency representatives.
Deep understanding of state legislative and regulatory processes.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting to senior executives and external stakeholders.
Proven leadership abilities, with experience managing teams and complex projects.
Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem‑solving skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and cross‑functionally in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
Commitment to ethical conduct and compliance with all federal lobbying and reporting requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s in business, public policy, health economics or health care administration.
Strong preference for 10 or more years of professional experience in regional advocacy and advocacy management roles.
Extensive experience in state government healthcare program procurement.
Travel While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana’s offices for training or meetings may be required.
Weekly Hours 40
Pay Range $203,300 - $279,500 per year. This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan based on company and/or individual performance.
Description of Benefits Humana offers competitive benefits that support whole‑person well‑being. Associate benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) retirement savings plan, paid time off, holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave, short‑term and long‑term disability, life insurance and other opportunities.
About Us Humana Inc. is committed to putting health first for teammates, customers and the company. Through our Humana insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for millions of people to achieve their best health.
Equal Opportunity Employer Humana is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on protected characteristics. Humana takes affirmative action to employ and advance individuals with disability or protected veteran status and bases all employment decisions on valid job requirements.
Seniority Level Executive
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Other
Industries Insurance
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Associate VP, State Affairs
role at
Humana .
Base pay range $203,300.00/yr - $279,500.00/yr
Overview The Associate VP, State Affairs represents Humana’s position on legislation and regulatory affairs to elected representatives, agency officials, and stakeholders. This role provides input to national strategy and leads engagement with state elected officials, legislators, regulators, and key stakeholders in 25 states.
Responsibilities
Advocate for Humana’s interests at the state and local levels.
Develop and oversee state government affairs engagement in 25 states, including advocacy, lobbying, political contributions, and relationship-building activities with state legislators, regulators, coalitions, stakeholders, and trade groups.
Advise senior leadership on policy developments, emerging legislation, and regulatory trends with regular updates and actionable recommendations.
Represent Humana at state hearings, policy briefings, and meetings with public officials and industry groups.
Build and maintain effective relationships with policymakers, regulatory officials, trade associations, and external stakeholders.
Partner with the State Affairs policy team on policy positions development, legislative/regulatory analysis, and advocacy materials.
Collaborate with business leaders and corporate functions including law, compliance, communications, operations, and federal affairs to ensure coordinated public policy engagement at state level.
Manage and mentor a team of state affairs professionals covering 25 states, setting clear objectives and fostering professional growth.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Law, or a related field.
Minimum 12 years’ experience in state government relations, state public policy, or state legislative affairs with demonstrated success in state advocacy and relationship management across multiple jurisdictions.
Experience in state health care advocacy and policy related to health insurance, primary care, pharmacy, and Medicaid/government pay programs.
Minimum 6 years’ experience directly managing and developing state government affairs professionals.
Proven relationships with state and local policymakers, legislators, and agency representatives.
Deep understanding of state legislative and regulatory processes.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting to senior executives and external stakeholders.
Proven leadership abilities, with experience managing teams and complex projects.
Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem‑solving skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and cross‑functionally in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
Commitment to ethical conduct and compliance with all federal lobbying and reporting requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s in business, public policy, health economics or health care administration.
Strong preference for 10 or more years of professional experience in regional advocacy and advocacy management roles.
Extensive experience in state government healthcare program procurement.
Travel While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana’s offices for training or meetings may be required.
Weekly Hours 40
Pay Range $203,300 - $279,500 per year. This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan based on company and/or individual performance.
Description of Benefits Humana offers competitive benefits that support whole‑person well‑being. Associate benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) retirement savings plan, paid time off, holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave, short‑term and long‑term disability, life insurance and other opportunities.
About Us Humana Inc. is committed to putting health first for teammates, customers and the company. Through our Humana insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for millions of people to achieve their best health.
Equal Opportunity Employer Humana is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on protected characteristics. Humana takes affirmative action to employ and advance individuals with disability or protected veteran status and bases all employment decisions on valid job requirements.
Seniority Level Executive
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Other
Industries Insurance
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