System Director of Federal & Agency Affairs

Pay Range:$75.26 - $105.59 The role is key in facilitating communication and connections with agencies, communities, and local governments. The position is responsible for the effective and efficient management of all interests in land, natural resources, and environment owned by SEARHC. The role will educate others about SEARHC programs, policies, activities, and efforts; help negotiate and resolve sensitive and controversial issues. Applies qualitative and quantitative techniques to analyze, assess, and evaluate lands issues and concerns. This position will represent the organization at meetings and events with other government departments, elected officials, and outside agencies; participate in and coordinate activities with external agencies, organizations, and stakeholders.

The position is a function of Executive Administration and provides support for projects of differing complexity undertaken by the team. Projects may include permitting and lands issues, external vendor management and project marketing. The position has multiple internal collaborators and external partners.

SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement.

Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it’s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more.

Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job

• Support SEARHC’s engagement with local, state, and federal elected officials and agency partners.

• Assist in coordinating external affairs strategies that support SEARHC’s operational, strategic, and advocacy priorities.

• Help facilitate communication and relationship-building with policymakers, regulatory agencies, and strategic partners.

• Monitor and assess political, legislative, and community dynamics that may impact SEARHC operations or strategic initiatives.

• Serves as a liaison for SEARHC to develop effective and harmonious relationships with community partners and members and external health, wellness, and prevention organizations.

• Manage lobbyist relationships

• Maintain inventory and status of SEARHC owned properties.

• Prepare and finalize all land transaction documentation, such as leases, purchases, transfers, assignments and allotments.

• Serves as the primary contact for community planning and administrative departments, including permitting.

• Serves as primary contact for the State Historical Preservation Organization (SHPO), National Parks Service (NPS), and Historical Commissions and other agencies regarding historical obligations and notifications.

• Serves as a project contact with state and federal agencies regarding construction projects.

• Serves as a contact for the region's construction marketing efforts, providing support in marketing strategy and management. Responsible for conveying leadership messaging on projects to agencies and communities.

• Strengthens coalitions with governmental organizations to achieve SEARHC’s mission and strategic goals.

• Identifies and assesses environmental implications of land use policies, providing technical advice and assistance in addressing potential issues and recommendations

• Represents SEARHC at community events as requested.

• Leads strategic community projects as assigned.

• Serves as a resource person and provides accurate information and directions regarding SEARHC locations and services.

• Demonstrate, promote, maintain, and encourage the highest customer service level, courtesy, and professionalism with patients and staff.

• Performs other work-related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Other Requirements:

•  Must be able to be in Juneau for Alaska state legislative session.  

Additional Details:

Education,Certifications, and Licenses Required

• Bachelor's degree in business, communications, journalism, or closely related field required.

• Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree preferred.

Experience Required

• Minimum of 5 years of land and/or planning management experience, including at least 3 years of marketing management experience.

• Experience in community planning and land use issues.

• Highly collaborative leadership style with the ability to respond quickly and effectively to changing situations.

• Broad functional experience in areas of strategic planning and marketing, business and market development, market research and planning and promotions/advertising.

• Experience creating and implementing brand awareness and communications programs.

• Highly developed organizational and planning skills, time management skills, and written/oral communications skills.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

• Strong written and verbal communication, able to deliver clear, concise information tailored to specific and varied audiences.

• Exceptionally detail-oriented and organized, ensuring quality and consistent output.

• Collaborative working style, independent, detail oriented, ready to take ownership, self-starter.

• Ability to travel when needed.

• Ability to achieve results and maintain highly collaborative, collegial and productive relationships within complex geography.

• Strong, clear and strategic communications to diverse audiences – both written and verbal.

Position Information:

Work Shift:Exempt

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!