Director, Federal Affairs
Humana
Arlington, Virginia
Full-Time
$184,800
RemoteDirector
This is a relationship-driven role for a policy professional with in-depth knowledge of the federal landscape, with an emphasis on Capitol Hill. You may have transitioned from the Hillor bring experience from government affairs or a trade association, with opportunities to grow, influence, and make a difference. In this role you will report to the Associate VP, Federal Affairs.
Location: Washington, DC Metro Area (required)
What You'll Do
Advance Humana's federal advocacy priorities by implementing strategic engagement plans with Congress and the Administration.
Build trusted relationships with Members of Congress, congressional staff, and important federal partners.
Track and assess legislative and regulatory developments that impact our business and the healthcare industry, and communicate relevant updates.
Partner across the organization to provide insight on public policy trends, risks, and opportunities.
Collaborate with internal leadership and external partners to shape and advance policy agenda.
Develop compelling materials, including policy briefs, talking points, and internal communications.
Represent Humana with trade associations and industry groups to strengthen our voice in the broader healthcare community.
Support federal engagement efforts, including leadership briefings and partner meetings in Washington, DC.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in relevant degree area, such as public policy, communications, health policy, political science, business or other field.
8+ years of experience in a congressional office, Senate, House, campaign, federal agency, government affairs, health/public policy, or advocacy role.
Direct experience working with or on Capitol Hill, including an understanding of the legislative process.
Experience engaging partners and helping shape policy outcomes.
Experience simplifying complex policy matters and offering clear instructions that help teams move forward with recommended solutions.
Demonstrated skill in evaluating uncertain environments, organizing workload, and managing several projects concurrently.
Understanding of how the legislative and regulatory process, along with the general federal environment, impacts business organizations
Experience creating and implementing advocacy campaigns directly relevant to the federal government
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in congressional committees, leadership offices, or senior-level federal roles.
Background in government affairs, advocacy organizations, or trade associations.
Knowledge of healthcare policy or health insurance landscape.
Advanced degree (MPP, MPA, MBA, JD, or similar).
Location: working location Washington, DC (in office expectation of 3 days per week)
Travel: Occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.
Additional Information
Work at Home Guidance
To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees' ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria:
At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is required.
Satellite, cellular and microwave connection can be used only if approved by leadership.
Employees who live and work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense.
Humana will provide Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees with telephone equipment appropriate to meet the business requirements for their position/job.
Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.
Interview Format
As part of our hiring process, we use an interview platform called HireVue to support timely and thoughtful hiring decisions. HireVue allows us to learn more about your skills and experience through a short, on‑demand video screening that you can complete at a time that works best for you.
If selected to move forward, you will receive an email and text message with instructions to complete the video screening.
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Pay Range
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.Description of Benefits
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.