National health care association is seeking a senior level professional to serve as Director, Long Term Care (LTC), Regulatory and Policy Affairs. Policy and regulatory responsibilities include: (1) identification of major legislative and regulatory issues affecting LTC community pharmacies; (2) proposing and implementing strategies resulting in favorable outcomes , (3) legislative review, drafting and preparation of legislation and regulatory comments, testimony and correspondence for regulatory submission, (4) serve as primary contact with appropriate regulatory agencies.

Other responsibilities include: (1) managing the Federal and State lobbying efforts on Capitol Hill, with the Administration and in the States (2) identifying emerging public policy issues related to LTC pharmacy to develop appropriate regulatory and political responses (3) ensure that LTC issues are included in Federal and State policy deliberations (4) cultivating key relationships with appropriate regulatory bodies, Members of Congress, Administration officials and their staff, and with key State policy makers (5) serve as a spokesperson on NCPA long term care policy issues (6) work internally to ensure grassroots advocacy, communications and policy development efforts are coordinated with Federal and State lobbying strategies and needs.

Ideal candidate should have at least 5 years regulatory experience related to LTC community pharmacy. Excellent oral and written communication skills, demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and demonstrated ability to work with a broad range of internal and external constituents. Some travel required; exposure to non-profit association a plus.

Pharmacist or health care professional background required. Old Town location near King Street Metro. Competitive salary and excellent benefits. Send resume, cover letter and salary requirements to Beverly.martin@ncpanet.org. Resumes received without salary requirements will not be considered.

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