Job Function: Communications & Corporate/External Affairs
Job Sub Function: Government Affairs & Policy
Job Category:Professional
All Job Posting Locations:Arizona (Any City), Colorado (Any City), Denver, Colorado, United States, Montana (Any City), New Mexico (Any City), Phoenix, Arizona, United States, Wyoming (Any City)
Job Description:Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine is recruiting for a Director, US State Affairs to advocate at the state government level and, as needed, at the local level on behalf of Johnson & Johnson Services, Inc., our operating companies, and the patients we serve in the states of Colorado, Arizona, New Mexico, Montana and Wyoming. The bulk of the advocacy will be in Colorado and Arizona, so the candidate would ideally be based in one of those states.
Responsibilities/Principal Duties:- Responsibility for representing the Corporation, including our Innovative Medicine and MedTech sectors, before a variety of legislative, administrative, regulatory, and executive levels of state government and, in some instances, local jurisdictions.
- Develop, implement, and execute strategies that inform and shape the state legislative and regulatory process to enable patient and provider access to innovative therapies and medical solutions, and that deliver business growth.
- Establish and maintain interactive contact with state and local government executive, legislative, administrative, and regulatory branches to implement strategic plans and deliver favorable public policy solutions for Johnson & Johnson, our providers, and patients.
- Draft and advance legislative and regulatory policy proposals in collaboration with J&J internal partners and external stakeholders.
- Develop, maintain, and lead strong working relationships with trade, professional, and allied organizations, educational institutions, organized labor, and other stakeholders who help shape public policy at the state level, to drive J&J state priorities.
- Identify, analyze, and report to J&J businesses on legislative and regulatory issues, as well as healthcare trends and emerging issues that may have an impact on the business, and recommend and manage a course of action.
- Participate in, contribute to, and lead where appropriate, internal work streams dedicated to key issues or interests of the Corporation, Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine or Medtech sectors, or the J&J US State Affairs organization.
- When assigned, assume leadership responsibilities on behalf of J&J US State Affairs for key external stakeholder organizations, and develop, drive, and deliver meaningful engagements with measurable outcomes aligned with organizational objectives.
- In coordination with the appropriate internal business partners, work to identify, establish, and shape state public policies that promote favorable coverage, reimbursement, and access to our products & services in government programs.
- Implement strategies and tactics to protect, promote, and positively enhance an open business climate in the formulation of legislation and regulations by state and local entities.
- Participate, serve, and assume leadership positions on industry-related associations, steering committees, and networking organizations to protect & promote J&J interests.
- Maintain office complete with pertinent records, files, and resource materials, assuring proper business activities in reporting, planning, and advising regarding state governmental activities.
- Adhere to J&J health care compliance requirements and all applicable government lobbying laws.
Qualifications / Requirements:Education:- Bachelor's degree required; Master's/MBA preferred.
Experience and Skills:Required:- A minimum of 10 years of business-related experience is required
- A minimum of five (5) years of experience in government and/or the public policy arena is required
- Prior experience as a lobbyist at the state or federal level is required
- Background in drafting and advancing legislative and regulatory proposals
- Possess deep and thorough understanding of the political environment and the legislative and regulatory processes, including budget development, within the states assigned
- Demonstrated record of excellence in execution.
- Ability to process a significant amount of health, product and public/private health care system information and apply this knowledge to the legislative and regulatory arena.
- Influencing skills and the ability to communicate complex information in a manner understandable to those with little or no knowledge of the issue(s) are required
- Self-starter with the ability to prioritize and excellent oral and written skills are required
- Proven ability to approach complex business issues with a solution-oriented, strategic focus
Preferred:- Exposure to public policy issues in the states of Colorado and Arizona is preferred.
- State affairs-specific experience is preferred.
- Experience leading a team and being a team player in multiple public policy disciplines
- Healthcare industry knowledge, including major legislative & regulatory trends, companies, payers, markets, and the competitive environment, is preferred
- Demonstrated commitment to learning emerging technologies, such as AI, through exploration, iteration, and applying new tools over time.
Other: - This position will require up to 60% domestic travel, with the primary work located in Colorado and Arizona. Travel to other states will occur as needed
Required Skills:Preferred Skills:Advocacy Communications, Budget Management, Compliance Management, Corporate Communications Strategy, Corporate Management, Cross Sector Collaboration, Government Relations, Leverages Information, Negotiation, Public Affairs, Public Policies, Regulatory Development, Relationship Building, Representing, Stakeholder Engagement, Tactical Planning, Technical Credibility
The anticipated base pay range for this position is :$150,000.00 - $258,750.00
Additional Description for Pay Transparency:
Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company's consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).
This position is eligible to participate in the Company's long-term incentive program.
Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:
Vacation -120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado -48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington -56 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays -13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave - 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave - 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave - 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days
Volunteer Leave - 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off - 80 hours per calendar year
For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits
