Director, State Public Policy and Government Relations

Core responsibilities:

• Develop and execute state-by-state strategies to advance the Foundation's state policy priorities, including research funding, banning paraquat, and improving access to quality care.
• Build and manage relationships with state legislators, their staff, coalition partners, and other stakeholders to influence policy outcomes.
• Support policy development and research by analyzing legislation, regulations, and emerging issues to inform strategic decisions.
• Recruit and support Parkinson's Foundation advocates to engage in state policy efforts and represent the Foundation in policy settings.

This role creates positive change by advancing state policy priorities that improve research funding, ban harmful substances like paraquat, and enhance access to quality care for people living with Parkinson's disease, directly impacting their health and well-being.

Required skills and qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience in policy, advocacy, or government relations, with healthcare policy or state government relations experience as a plus.
• Bachelor's degree and demonstrated ability to analyze complex policy issues and develop effective advocacy strategies.
• Strong interpersonal skills with experience building relationships with policymakers, coalition partners, and advocates.
• Deep understanding of state government and legislative processes, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Compensation and benefits:

• Competitive salary based on prior experience, with a range of $85,000 to $100,000.
• Comprehensive benefits package included.
• Flexible travel requirements, with up to 1-2 trips per month during legislative sessions.
• Commitment to organizational values of excellence, teamwork, collaboration, integrity, positivity, dedication, and responsiveness.

The Parkinson's Foundation makes life better for people with Parkinson's disease by improving care and advancing research toward a cure, focusing on research, care, and education through evidence-based approaches and community involvement.