Director of Public Affairs

Location Address:

2925 Chicago Ave Loading Dock Minneapolis, MN 55407-1321

Date Posted:

April 13, 2026

Department:

16001602 Public Policy

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

40

Union Contract:

Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation:

None

Job Summary:

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details:

Hybrid position with travel required to St. Paul, MN; Madison WI and Allina Health sites in MN and WI

Job Description:

Leads the Public Affairs function for the organization, including local, state, federal and regulatory affairs, representing Allina Health with elected officials and other stakeholders, advancing the organization’s policy agenda through development and coordination of policies. Collaborates across the organization to strengthen Allina Health’s reputation as a trusted healthcare leader.
Principle Responsibilities

• Represents Allina Health in state government affairs.
  • Provides leadership and strategic direction for the organization’s government relations portfolio. Will serve as primary registered lobbyist and advocate for Minnesota and Wisconsin government affairs.
  • Understands and demonstrates compliance with state lobbying laws in accordance with internal policies.
• Leads Public Affairs function to align Allina Health’s stakeholder relationships and reputation in support of organizational priorities and strategies.
  • In collaboration with other team members, builds Allina Health’s capacity to influence in key arenas including assisting Allina Health leaders in developing relationships with policymakers.
• Provides leadership for strategic priorities and other issues identified under Public Affairs as well as support overall strategy.
  • Responsible for leading public affairs function, including identifying and cultivating relationships and partnerships.
• People leader
  • Leads public affairs team of employees whose work spans across government relations, regulatory affairs and public affairs.
  • Manages contracts with vendor partners.
  • Leads organizational cross-functional committees.
  • Provides direction and feedback to the team on deliverables and performance.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Public Policy, Business Administration or related field
• 7+ years in experience in health care policy, health care regulation, public affairs, detailed knowledge of regulatory and/or legislative processes
• 3 or more years people leader experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree

Licenses/Certifications

• Licensed State of Minnesota lobbyist required-Register as lobbyist on behalf of the organization within 90 days

Physical Demands

• Sedentary:
• Lifting weight up to 10 lbs. occasionally, negligible weight frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $71.47 to $98.89 per hour

The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience and education. Additional incentives may be available, including discretionary monetary bonuses, goal-based bonuses, and other financial incentives.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members. 

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.  

In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.  

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental

• PTO/Time Away

• Retirement Savings Plans

• Life Insurance

• Short-term/Long-term Disability

• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)

• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable

• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.