DEPARTMENT: Health Policy and Public Affairs
REPORTS TO: Senior Manager, State Government Affairs
SUPERVISES: None

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons is the largest organization of board-certified plastic surgeons in the world. Representing more than 7,000 physician members, the Society is recognized as a leading authority and information source on cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery. ASPS comprises more than 90 percent of all board-certified plastic surgeons in the United States. Founded in 1931, the Society represents physicians certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery or The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. ASPS is conveniently located in northwest suburban Chicago (Arlington Heights), close to O'Hare Airport and just off the Northwest Tollway (Arlington Hts Road Exit).

BASIC FUNCTIONS:
This individual will monitor and help influence advocacy issues that affect the Society's members and their patients. Job responsibilities include: monitoring and analyzing state legislation and regulation; developing and maintaining issue-specific advocacy materials and assisting in the coordination of grassroots campaigns; developing programs to increase member awareness and participation in political action at the state level; writing member newsletter articles; responding to inquiries from members and outside organizations on state and federal legislative and regulatory issues.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:  Bachelor Degree in political science, public policy, health administration, or health related field.

Experience:  At least two years direct experience in any or all of the following:

1.    Lobbying at the state or federal level;
2.    Monitoring state/federal legislative and regulatory issues; and
3.    Developing advocacy programs with state, local or specialty organizations

• Knowledge of state and federal legislative and regulatory processes.

• Strong legal and legislative research and writing skills.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal, organization, and political skills.

• Computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office, Access, Oracle, and Internet technology.

• Experience in health/medical association management, health care delivery, and/or third-party reimbursement a plus.