SENIOR CONGRESSIONAL AFFAIRS MANAGER

SENIOR CONGRESSIONAL AFFAIRS MANAGER

What you'll do.

Are you ready to make an impact on health care policy at the highest level? As our Senior Congressional Affairs Manager, you will be the Academy's voice on Capitol Hill, building strong relationships with members of Congress and key health care organizations. You'll lead strategic efforts to educate congressional offices-especially those on the House Energy and Commerce Committee and the Senate HELP Committee-while shaping federal advocacy initiatives. Working closely with a collaborative policy team, you'll analyze legislation, track emerging trends, and craft recommendations that drive real change in health care. This is a unique opportunity to influence national policy and make a difference every day.

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Who we are.

Join a diverse community of fun, energetic, and dedicated employees and members who are committed to supporting neurologists worldwide in providing exceptional care to their patients. The AAN's vision is to be indispensable to our members, and we continue to embrace our values of Community, Leadership, Well-being and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Together, we pursue our mission to enhance member career fulfillment and promote brain health for all.

The AAN, founded in Minneapolis in 1948, supports and represents more than 40,000 neurologists and neuroscience professionals worldwide who provide crucial patient care, seek new cures and treatments for brain disease and work to ensure patient access to the right care. Our headquarters is in a stunning, energy-efficient office, located in downtown Minneapolis's dynamic Mill District, and our public policy office is near the action on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC. Both locations offer easy access to light rail, major bus lines, parking options, walking/biking paths, and a myriad of dining and entertainment choices, making it a vibrant hub for everyone.

What we look for.

Education:

Experience:

Relevant education and/or experience exceeding the required qualifications may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• In-depth knowledge and experience with legislative process, as well as a general understanding of rules and regulations is required
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with all internal and external stakeholders from diverse backgrounds at all levels of the organization is required
• Demonstrated customer service skills sufficient to provide prompt, courteous and accurate information to internal and external customers in person, on the phone and through written and electronic correspondence is required
• Anticipates needed actions; plans and follows through with work activities; dependable and focused on getting things done to achieve goals is required
• Demonstrated advanced oral and written communication skills are required
• Demonstrated ability to be punctual and act professionally is required
• Ability to represent association and present to a variety of external audiences and stakeholders is required
• Knowledge of Quorum or similar government relations software is preferred
• Strong presentation/public speaking skills are preferred

Travel Requirements: Some travel up to 10%.

Location: Washington, DC and is identified as hybrid (required to work in the office with the ability to work remotely part of the week).

Schedule: Frequent evenings and weekends required.

What we offer.

Our excellent benefits package that works as hard for you as you do for us.

• Thrive at Work and Beyond
• Flexible work arrangements
• Generous PTO & holidays
• Comprehensive wellness programs
• Paid parental, family, and bereavement leave
• Benefits to Secure Your Future
• Competitive salary & incentive program
• 10.5% 401(k) contribution & financial planning resources
• Paid life, and both long- and short-term disability insurance
• Benefits to Grow With Us
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion training programs
• Monetary years of service recognition awards
• Feel Recognized & Connected (Culture & Community)
• Employee awards & peer recognition to celebrate excellence
• Team-building events & company celebrations to foster connections
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiatives to create a culture where everyone belongs
• Volunteer days & charitable giving programs to make an impact beyond the workplace
• Health & Happiness (Medical, Dental, Vision & More)
• Comprehensive health coverage with medical, dental, and vision plans
• Telemedicine & mental health resources for accessible care
• Onsite workout facility, gender-neutral restroom, wellness and lactation rooms
• Transportation subsidy
• Flavored waters & on-site fitness

Great Location: Our headquarters is a beautiful, energy-efficient office in Minneapolis, MN. Our headquarters is in a stunning, energy-efficient office, located in downtown Minneapolis's dynamic Mill District, and our public policy office is near the action on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC. Both locations offer easy access to light rail, major bus lines, parking options, walking/biking paths, and a myriad of dining and entertainment choices, making it a vibrant hub for everyone.

Great People in Great Careers: The AAN offers talent opportunities in the fields of Administration, Accounting, Marketing, Communications, Digital Development, Event Planning, Social Media, Research, Health Policy, Information Systems, Project Management, and more.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

View our press room, conferences, world-renowned guidelines, social media channels, patient and caregiver magazine, and most recent Annual Report.

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The American Academy of Neurology is an equal opportunity employer.