The Director of Federal
Government Relations is a senior level role that will report to the Vice
President of Government and Community Relations and responsibilities include but
are not limited to: development of federal government relations strategy;
building relationships with key individuals in Congress and the Administration
and the implementation of policies that could influence the growth and
competitiveness of Walgreens; provide vision, leadership, and direction for
federal public policy development and federal government relations;
communication with contract lobbyists, legislators, Congressional staff members,
interest groups, trade associations and federal 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;
monitoring hearings; 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; have a minimum of 10 years experience in federal government relations including a previous history that includes working on Capitol Hill for a minimum of 5 years; health care related committee experience is preferred; working knowledge of pharmacy issues, Medicaid, Medicare and health care; working understanding of the federal 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. 10-20% travel may be required.
Apply: www.walgreens.jobs #232
SOURCE: PUBLIC AFFAIRS COUNCIL 12/10/09
Qualifications:
B.A./B.S required, JD or Master's degree desired; have a minimum of 10 years experience in federal government relations including a previous history that includes working on Capitol Hill for a minimum of 5 years; health care related committee experience is preferred; working knowledge of pharmacy issues, Medicaid, Medicare and health care; working understanding of the federal 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. 10-20% travel may be required.
Apply: www.walgreens.jobs #232
SOURCE: PUBLIC AFFAIRS COUNCIL 12/10/09
