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; Leads, mentors, and manages
assigned staff; Supports succession planning and talent development of
organization; engages in political activity representing Walgreen Co. as
approved by management.
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 #233
SOURCE: PUBLIC AFFAIRS COUNCIL 12/10/09
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 #233
SOURCE: PUBLIC AFFAIRS COUNCIL 12/10/09
