The Director of State and Local Government Relations will report to the Vice President of Government and Community Relations and responsibilities include but are not limited to: development of state and local government relations strategy; building relationships with key individuals in state legislatures, state Administrations, Governors, and the implementation of policies that could influence the growth and competitiveness of Walgreens; provide vision, leadership, and direction for state and local public policy development and state and local government relations; communication with contract lobbyists, legislators, legislative staff members, interest groups, trade associations and state and local agencies to convey the company positions on issues; track and monitor legislation and pending legislation based on input from appropriate internal departments and business units; proactively identify and communicate legislative issues and trends that impact the company operations and concerns; writing memos and preparing briefing materials; drafting grassroots messaging and monitor results; effectively coordinate activity to ensure that issues are communicated quickly and accurately to appropriate internal personnel; engages in political activity representing Walgreen Co. as approved by management.
SOURCE: PUBLIC AFFAIRS COUNCIL 09/10/09
Qualifications:
B.A./B.S required, JD or Master's degree desired; minimum of 10 years experience in state and local government relations including a previous history that includes; health care related committee experience is a plus; working knowledge of pharmacy issues, Medicaid, Medicare and health care; working understanding of the state and local legislative processes, as well as strong oral and written communication skills; strong organization skills; ability to multitask varied legislative issues and meet extremely tight deadlines; outstanding attention to detail and follow-through; analytical and creative thinker, self-starter. 40% travel may be required.
Apply: www.walgreens.jobs, #16066
SOURCE: PUBLIC AFFAIRS COUNCIL 09/10/09
