GOVERNMENT RELATIONS PROGRAM MANAGER

GOVERNMENT RELATIONS PROGRAM MANAGER

What you'll do.

As the Government Relations Program Manager, you will play a vital and dynamic role in driving the AAN's advocacy program forward from our Washington, DC office. In this position, you will be at the forefront of shaping impactful health policy by collaborating with a talented team to monitor, analyze, and respond to key state and federal legislative proposals. You'll energize our grassroots advocacy efforts, spearhead innovative initiatives, and keep your finger on the pulse of engagement trends-ensuring our policy voice remains strong and effective in the halls of government.

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Who we are.

Join a diverse community of fun, energetic, and dedicated employees and members who are committed to supporting neurologists worldwide in providing exceptional care to their patients. The AAN's vision is to be indispensable to our members, and we continue to embrace our values of Community, Leadership, Well-being and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Together, we pursue our mission to enhance member career fulfillment and promote brain health for all.

The AAN, founded in Minneapolis in 1948, supports and represents more than 40,000 neurologists and neuroscience professionals worldwide who provide crucial patient care, seek new cures and treatments for brain disease and work to ensure patient access to the right care. Our headquarters is in a stunning, energy-efficient office, located in downtown Minneapolis's dynamic Mill District, and our public policy office is near the action on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC. Both locations offer easy access to light rail, major bus lines, parking options, walking/biking paths, and a myriad of dining and entertainment choices, making it a vibrant hub for everyone.

What we look for.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Policy, or a related field is required.

Experience:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience studying or working on health care policy is required.
• Demonstrated ability to uphold the AAN's values is required.
• Demonstrated advanced oral and written communication skills are required.
• Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office, specifically in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required.
• Anticipates needed actions; plans and follows through with work activities; dependable and focused on getting things done to achieve goals is required.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain collaborative working relationships is required.
• Demonstrated customer service skills sufficient to provide prompt, courteous and accurate information to internal and external customers in person, on the phone and through written and electronic correspondence is required.
• Experience working on Capitol Hill or with state or federal legislation is preferred.
• Knowledge of Quorum or similar government relations software is preferred.
• Knowledge of federal or state policy, advocacy, grassroots and/or political affairs is preferred.

Relevant education and/or experience exceeding the required qualifications may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Travel Requirements: Minimal travel required - up to 5%.

Location: Washington, DC and is identified as hybrid (required to work in the office with the ability to work remotely part of the week).

Schedule: Some evening and weekends required.

What we offer.

Our excellent benefits package that works as hard for you as you do for us.

• Thrive at Work and Beyond
• Flexible work arrangements
• Generous PTO & holidays
• Comprehensive wellness programs
• Paid parental, family, and bereavement leave
• Benefits to Secure Your Future
• Competitive salary & incentive program
• 10.5% 401(k) contribution & financial planning resources
• Paid life, and both long- and short-term disability insurance
• Benefits to Grow With Us
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion training programs
• Monetary years of service recognition awards
• Feel Recognized & Connected (Culture & Community)
• Employee awards & peer recognition to celebrate excellence
• Team-building events & company celebrations to foster connections
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiatives to create a culture where everyone belongs
• Volunteer days & charitable giving programs to make an impact beyond the workplace
• Health & Happiness (Medical, Dental, Vision & More)
• Comprehensive health coverage with medical, dental, and vision plans
• Telemedicine & mental health resources for accessible care
• Onsite workout facility, gender-neutral restroom, wellness and lactation rooms
• Transportation subsidy
• Flavored waters & on-site fitness

Great Location: Our headquarters is a beautiful, energy-efficient office in Minneapolis, MN. Our headquarters is in a stunning, energy-efficient office, located in downtown Minneapolis's dynamic Mill District, and our public policy office is near the action on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC. Both locations offer easy access to light rail, major bus lines, parking options, walking/biking paths, and a myriad of dining and entertainment choices, making it a vibrant hub for everyone.

Great People in Great Careers: The AAN offers talent opportunities in the fields of Administration, Accounting, Marketing, Communications, Digital Development, Event Planning, Social Media, Research, Health Policy, Information Systems, Project Management, and more.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

View our press room, conferences, world-renowned guidelines, social media channels, patient and caregiver magazine, and most recent Annual Report.

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The American Academy of Neurology is an equal opportunity employer.