Job Title: Director, Government and Partner Relations

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Type: Exempt

Position Purpose:

The Director, Government and Community relations develops and manages a community relations program that builds relationships and maintains communication with key business, community, and civic opinion leaders in the Montgomery and Prince George’s Counties. While fostering stakeholders’ trust and goodwill, this leadership position will actively support Holy Cross's strategic initiatives and enhance Holy Cross Health’s visibility and reputation as an active, civic-minded employer in the community.

The Director Government and Community Relations, implements, maintains oversight of, and reports on the advocacy and community relations plan for the assigned region in accordance with the mission and core values of Trinity Health and Holy Cross Health.

Competitive salary (including Management At-Risk Compensation Program eligibility); Relocation Assistance available
Benefits – Medical, Dental & Vision, PTO, Free Parking, Metro Access, Tuition Reimbursement, 403(b)
Advancement: Career growth opportunities
Location: Holy Cross Health has two hospitals and four healthcare centers all a short driving distance from Washington DC and Baltimore, MD

Position Overview:

Works closely with RHM CEO, ministry Presidents, regional leadership team, board members, and Trinity Health System Office to develop regulatory and legislative positions, advance policy priorities, build effective relationships, advance reputation, manage community relations program, collaborate with community groups, engage in education, inspire engagement and facilitate effective grassroots advocacy.

Works with RHM and Trinity Health leaders to develop and implement government reimbursement strategies. Becomes a trusted policy resource for federal, state, and local leaders.

Works with RHM CEO and regional leadership team to build the regional Trinity Health brand with policymakers, community leaders and other influencers. Identifies and presents best practices with Trinity Health System Office and Advocacy Leaders in other Trinity Health regions.

Works with RHM CEO, regional leaders, System Office Advocacy, board members, and Advocacy Liaisons to develop a biennial, regional advocacy strategic plan.  The strategy includes efforts to increase the overall visibility and influence of RHM as well as tactics for advancing legislative and regulatory priorities at local, state and federal level. 

The position includes local, state and federal priorities, Regional Health Ministry (RHM) leader engagement, reputation management, and lobbyist coordination.

Knows, understands, incorporates and demonstrates the mission, vision and values of Trinity Health in behaviors, practices and decision

Accountable for driving public policy change that will further RHM's priority strategic aims. Routinely reports progress to RHM CEO, board members, regional leaders and Trinity Health System Office Advocacy.

Develops and maintains relationships with local, state and federal elected leaders and supports ministry leaders with their relationships. Manages professional multi-client lobby firm(s) to accomplish advocacy goals.

Provides thought leadership to state hospital associations and other relevant associations, and coordinates engagement strategies including participation in annual lobby days and placing representatives in governance roles.

Accountable for digital advocacy participation goals and collaborates with Trinity Health System Office and RHM Marketing / Communications to achieve.

Advocates for public policy at the local, state, and federal levels that supports Holy Cross Health’s Mission, strategic initiatives, and those served by Holy Cross Health.

Builds relationships and maintains communication with key government/elected officials and their staffs as well as other outside organizations which may impact public policy.

Collaborates with the Holy Cross Health Marketing team to develop and implement marketing plans and promotional materials as appropriate – including, but not limited to newsletters, articles, brochures, fact sheets, and correspondence.

Supports Holy Cross Health’s reputation by advising senior leadership on issues that have the potential to damage Holy Cross Health’s reputation; and directing and managing attempts to mitigate the impact of negative news media stories on Holy Cross Health’s reputation.

Minimum Education, Licensure/Certification Required:

Bachelor’s degree in public policy, healthcare, law, or related field. Graduate degree preferred.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

*** Qualified candidate will reside in the Washington DC Metropolitan area and have an established network in Montgomery County

, Maryland Stated Government and on Capitol Hill**

A minimum of five (5) years of relevant and progressive experience in state or federal advocacy with a health care organization, or in legislative, regulatory, or political activities is required.

Thorough and in-depth knowledge and understanding of developing and managing advocacy initiatives and state legislative and administrative processes (preferably in Maryland).

Will possess knowledge of the Catholic Church’s teachings on social justice and healthcare.

Strong personal presence with the ability to educate others on broader issues, motivate others to act through strong written and communications skills, and networking skills to influence targeted constituencies.

Project management skills required to: implement advocacy plans, coordinate advocacy efforts, build coalitions, coordinate with hospital associations, and facilitate relationships with ministry leaders and policymakers.

Reports to: SVP Advocacy and Public Policy, Trinity Advocacy Services

Pay Range: $63.59-$95.39- Pay is based on experience, skills and education.  Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to Minority/Females/disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) status

​About Us:

Holy Cross Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system that serves more than 240,000 individuals each year from Maryland's two largest counties — Montgomery and Prince George's counties. Holy Cross Health earns numerous national awards, clinical designations and accreditations across a wide range of specialties for providing innovative, high-quality health care services.

Newsweek Accolades: Voted one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity and America's Greatest Workplaces for Parents and Families 2024

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
 

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.