Associate Director of Policy

ABOUT CAPH/SNI

The California Association of Public Hospitals and Health Systems (CAPH) represents the state’s 17 public health care systems, forming the core of California’s health care safety net. CAPH advances policies that strengthen its members’ ability to provide high-quality, culturally responsive care for all Californians and to train the next generation of health care professionals.

The California Health Care Safety Net Institute (SNI), CAPH’s 501(c)(3) affiliate, supports this mission through programs that improve care delivery and patient outcomes. Together, CAPH and SNI function as a matrix organization, working side by side to achieve shared goals for California’s public health care systems and the communities they serve.

The ideal candidate understands and embraces CAPH/SNI values—dedication to the mission of ensuring equal access to high quality health care for all; collaboration with shared accountability; and excellence, as well a genuine interest in health care and desire to learn more to effectively support policy efforts. CAPH/SNI are committed to advancing equity and are deeply committed to racial, cultural, and ethnic diversity. Qualified applicants of all races, people with all abilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
CAPH/SNI operates in a hybrid work environment, with two required in-person days (Monday and Wednesday) at the office in Oakland, CA for those living 40 miles or less from the office; one required in-person day (Monday) for the other group. The remaining days are conducted remotely.

SUMMARY
Reporting to the Director of Policy, the Associate Director will analyze and/or develop a set of policy and legislative initiatives, either individually or as part of a team, that strengthen the ability of public hospitals to meet their long and short-term goals. A successful Associate Director of Policy will be proactive and curious and, over time, come to deeply understand CAPH’s strategies, goals, and interdependencies to effectively and efficiently develop policies and positioning and advance CAPH’s priorities. This position is classified as exempt.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBLITIES
Under general supervision from the Director of Policy and following agreed-upon policy objectives and plans, the Associate Director of Policy is responsible for developing a variety of policy positions related to public health care systems. He/She/They will work in close partnership with the CAPH government relations team, CAPH members, and external partners to effectively support public health care system goals and strategies. Key responsibilities include:
 Lead work on a portfolio of state and federal policy issues on behalf of CAPH and its members. This may include analysis, the development of recommendations, and engaging with state and federal departments and external stakeholders to advance this work.
 Lead and/or participate in issue-specific teams to advance policy work, collaborate with colleagues, and provide input, analysis, and expertise on assigned issue areas.
 Represent CAPH at stakeholder forums, informational and legislative briefings, and other external
convenings. Establish and maintain effective relationships with administrative and legislative staff and stakeholders with interests/ties to relevant policies.
 Inform members and CAPH’s Board of Directors on key policy developments through presentations, memos, and other written updates. Facilitate dialogue/feedback with members on policy issues, building consensus when needed.
 Acquire and maintain proficiency in knowledge of public health care system financing, operations, and care delivery and actively apply this knowledge to inform policy work.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
 Advanced degree in public policy, public health, public administration or closely related field is preferred.
 Minimum of 5 years of health policy experience.
 Strong knowledge of Medicaid/Medi-Cal required.
 Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships in a variety of policy and advocacy settings.
 Experience analyzing policies, developing strategies to support, oppose or advance changes, and advancing those strategies.
 Strong written and verbal communication skills.
 Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a small, team-based environment.

The starting salary range for this position is $115,000-$135,000. CAPH offers an extremely competitive benefits package.

Interested applicants must send a resume and a cover letter via email to jobs@caph.org to be considered.

Interested applicants must send a resume and a cover letter via email to jobs@caph.org to be considered.