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Position Summary
The Executive Director of Federal Government Affairs will play a key role in leading, developing, and executing CVS Health’s advocacy work on Medicare Advantage. Medicare Advantage is the highest-stake issue within Federal Government Affairs. Effective advocacy on this issue requires a seasoned political strategist who can effectively lead lobbying efforts in the House, Senate, and the Administration. This role requires policy depth, and at least 12+ years of experience, that includes 5+ years on Capitol Hill, and 3+ years lobbying. This role also requires in-depth experience successfully leading complex and high-stakes advocacy strategies that cross the Executive and Legislative branches, in addition to multi-group stakeholders. Accordingly, this role requires high-level and unique relationships with government officials, as well as high-level staff within Congress and the Administration. This requires a depth of knowledge on the Medicare program, Medicare Advantage, and an understanding of how Medicare policies are passed through Congress and implemented within CMS.
A track record of working collaboratively in a team environment, the ability to nimbly respond in a fast-paced environment while juggling a high-priority issue for a large company is key. S/he will partner closely with the internal policy teams in addition to coordinating with cross-company business teams to educate policy makers about key company initiatives.
The successful candidate will have the ability to develop and lead legislative advocacy strategies to support the company’s advocacy/reputation agenda. S/he is responsible for identifying, developing, and maintaining relationships with key Members of Congress. The candidate must be able to work collaboratively and be a self-starter. S/he communicates effectively and comfortably with senior executives and high-level government officials, while demonstrating a high degree of professionalism.
Required Qualifications
- 12+ years of overall work experience
- 5+ years Congressional experience
- 3+ years lobbying experience
- Demonstrated ability to devise multifaceted issue campaigns and advance advocacy strategies to a positive conclusion on behalf of an organization or Member of Congress.
- Understands Medicare Advantage policy at a deep level, as well as the complexity of the issue within the enterprise, Congress, and the Administration.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Education
Bachelor's Degree required
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$175,100.00 - $334,750.00
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. This position also includes an award target in the company’s equity award program.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits – investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be. In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include:
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Affordable medical plan options, a 401(k) plan (including matching company contributions), and an employee stock purchase plan.
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No-cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.
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Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.
For more information, visit https://jobs.cvshealth.com/us/en/benefits
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 05/30/2025
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
What We Do
CVS Health is the leading health solutions company that delivers care in ways no one else can. We reach people in more ways and improve the health of communities across America through our local presence, digital channels and our nearly 300,000 dedicated colleagues – including more than 40,000 physicians, pharmacists, nurses and nurse practitioners.
Wherever and whenever people need us, we help them with their health – whether that’s managing chronic diseases, staying compliant with their medications, or accessing affordable health and wellness services in the most convenient ways. We help people navigate the health care system – and their personal health care – by improving access, lowering costs and being a trusted partner for every meaningful moment of health. And we do it all with heart, each and every day.
