Public and Regulatory Affairs Specialist

Public and Regulatory Affairs Specialist
Work Remotely from Idaho or Utah.
Primary Job Purpose
The Public and Regulatory Affairs Specialist supports the transformation of health care through the proactive application of strategies designed to establish Cambia as a market-leading health solutions innovator and provider of high-quality health care services. Works in partnership with the Director of Public Affairs and Government Relations and Public Affairs team to represent Cambia and to advocate with state and federal agencies with regulatory or oversight authority over Cambia's operational activities. Serves as a connection point and advisory resource to Cambia to ensure new laws, rules, and Regulatory issues are appropriately communicated to accountable persons in the Company.
General Functions and Outcomes

• Develop and maintain effective relations with state and federal regulators and other organizations that influence regulations and rule-making.
  
• Develop comments on proposed regulations for submission to state and federal regulatory agencies and represent Regence in administrative rule hearings. Represent Cambia to other external industry organizations for compliance purposes.
  
• Facilitate the dissemination of legislation and regulations as necessary to support the Company's implementation and compliance efforts.
  
• Periodically report key issues and activities to senior leadership.
  
• Work in partnership with the Director of Public Affairs and Government Relations to ensure the effectiveness of Cambia in their market to develop and strengthen Cambia's reputation and presence as a high quality health care innovator.
  
• Secure key relationships and actively develop opportunities to accomplish this. Work in collaboration with more broad Cambia teams to execute on positioning campaigns and strategies."
  
• Create and monitor project work plans to ensure that tasks are identified, executed, and timelines are met.
  
• Provide support to Regulatory Implementation and Compliance by analyzing new statutes and regulations for requirements and legislative intent necessary for effective implementation.
  
• Develop recommendations for how Regence will comply with new laws and regulations.
  
• Provide support to Government Affairs for reviewing and analyzing legislative proposals that could impact the Company and provide reports on key public policy issues. Support to Government Affairs is secondary to the above activities.
  
• Responsibilities extend to Company's wholly owned or controlled subsidiaries and affiliates.
  

Minimum Requirements

• Knowledge of legislative and Regulatory processes, including regulatory administration and enforcement.
  
• Ability to analyze, evaluate, research and develop legislative and Regulatory proposals.
  
• Ability to prioritize and analyze diverse opinions regarding interpretation of laws, regulations and standards to assure proper implementation.
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to interact effectively with all levels of staff and leadership.
  
• Demonstrated creative thinking and effective strategic planning and facilitation abilities. Proficient in Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook and project management software.
  
• Ability to develop, monitor and organize comments to proposed rules changes and research and analyze documentation.
  
• Ability to collaborate with regulators while advocating Company positions and resolving concerns in a manner favorable to the Company.
  

Normally to be proficient in the competencies listed above
Public and Regulatory Affairs Specialist will have a Bachelor's degree in business, political science, health or public policy, social science or related field and 5 years' experience in Regulatory Affairs, project management, compliance-related activities or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Regulatory affairs experience is preferred.
Work Environment
No unusual working conditions
The expected hiring range for a Public and Regulatory Affairs Specialist is $80,500.00 - $109,500.00 depending on skills, experience, education, and training; relevant licensure / certifications; performance history; and work location. The bonus target for this position is 10%. The current full salary range for this role is $76,000.00 to $123,500.00.
#LI-remote
Base pay is just part of the compensation package at Cambia that is supplemented with an exceptional 401(k) match, bonus opportunity and other benefits. In keeping with our Cause and vision, we offer comprehensive well-being programs and benefits, which we periodically update to stay current. Some highlights:

• medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their eligible family members
  
• annual employer contribution to a health savings account ($1,200 or $2,500 depending on medical coverage, prorated based on hire date)
  
• paid time off varying by role and tenure in addition to 10 company holidays
  
• up to a 6% company match on employee 401k contributions, with a potential discretionary contribution based on company performance (no vesting period)
  
• up to 12 weeks of paid parental time off (eligible day one of employment if within first 12 months following birth or adoption)
  
• one-time furniture and equipment allowance for employees working from home
  
• up to $225 in Amazon gift cards for participating in various well-being activities. for a complete list see our External Total Rewards page.
  

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer dedicated to workforce diversity and a drug and tobacco-free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law. A background check is required.
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