VP Government and Regulatory Affairs

2 weeks ago

Littleton, Colorado, United States UC Health Full time

The Opportunity Vice President, Government & Regulatory Affairs The Vice President Government & Regulatory Affairs develops, directs, executes, and manages UCHealth's government relations strategy at the federal, state and local levels and oversees the Government Relations department's engagement with state legislators, other internal and external executives, and industry associations and regulatory agencies.

Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer, works closely with executives and other senior leaders to develop political and regulatory strategies to advance the goals and objectives of UCHealth.

Responsible for the development and implementation of policy agenda by directing UCHealth policies and objectives involving local, state and federal government affairs.


Reporting Relationships Reports to:
Chief Legal Officer,

Jacki Cooper Melmed Direct Reports:
Director of State and Local Affairs Specific Responsibilities

  • Collaborates with executive leadership to determine organizational priorities and goals;
  • Researches and monitors industrial, professional and national developments;
  • Integrates data from multiple sources to support decision making;
  • Develops and implements policies and procedures that guide business processes, support the delivery of services, and ensure a culture of quality and satisfaction;
  • Monitors and evaluates operations to ensure compliance with established professional, regulatory, and organizational standards/requirements;
  • Leads departmental financial planning to ensure cost-efficient operations and to maximize profitability;
  • Leads the department's direction and strategic planning to achieve the organization's mission, directives, and goals;
  • Manages department staff;
  • Charts team direction and in a way that achieves results;
  • Promotes UCHealth Standards of Excellence and champions Service Excellence;
  • Stewards UCHealth resources while driving continuous improvement;
  • Facilitates the development of others by participating in and promoting staff engagement; Candidate QualificationsThe culture at UCHealth is results driven, and each member has high expectations for themselves as well as those with whom they partner and lead. This individual will be joining a high performing, fast-paced team and, as such, we have outlined characteristics that describe the ideal candidate for the Vice President, Government and Regulatory Affairs role: Candidates will be comfortable working in a fast-paced academic organization. They will exude honesty, respect, trust, integrity and high ethical standards and serve in a supportive, open and direct manner. Education/Certification
  • Master's degree in related field or 7-10 years of relevant experience with demonstrated results
  • JD or demonstrated expertise in analysis of legal and regulatory analysis and implementation
  • 7-10 years of related management experience Qualifications, Skills and Abilities
  • Ensure that UCHealth develops, nurtures, and sustains positive relationships with key elected officials, relevant government agencies, including HCPF, CHPHE and CMS, and other stakeholders that can influence UCHealth's agenda.
  • Represent UCHealth to corporations, agencies, and other bodies as necessary and appropriate.
  • Principal UCHealth liaison to the Colorado Hospital Association's public policy and legislative committees.
  • Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive government & regulatory advocacy strategy.
  • Manage and develop government relations team.
  • Identify, analyze, and communicate how potential changes in the legislative, regulatory, policy, and political environments (both near and long term) could affect day-to-day operational business activities and long-term strategy and business opportunities.
  • Research and monitors industrial, professional, and national developments.
  • Work with clinical units to evaluate the impact, establish priorities, and develop responses to legislation and regulatory matters.
  • Identify funding opportunities at local, state and federal level for clinical, education, and research programs.
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures that guide business processes, support the delivery of services, and ensure a culture of quality and satisfaction.
  • Monitor and evaluate operations to ensure compliance with established professional, regulatory, and organizational standards/requirements.
  • Collaborate with Marketing and Communications to increase visibility of UCHealth's policy positions and advocacy activities with internal and external audiences.
  • Collaborate with executive leadership to determine organizational priorities and goals and to enhance policy makers' knowledge of UCHealth's expertise and reach.
UCHealth offers their employees a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package:
Full medical, dental and vision coverageRetirement plans to include 403(b) matchingPaid time off.

Start your employment at UCHealth with PTO in your bankEmployer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buy-up coverage optionsTuition and continuing education reimbursementWellness benefitsAn annual bonus may be paid to eligible employees based upon organizational and individual performance.

Full suite of voluntary benefits such as identity theft protection and pet insuranceEducation benefits for employees, including the opportunity to be eligible for 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees.

Other programs may also qualify for up to $5,250 pre-paid by UCHealth or in the form of tuition reimbursement each calendar year

Loan Repayment:

UCHealth is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program UCHealth provides employees with free assistance navigating the PSLF program to submit their federal student loans for forgiveness through Savi.

At UCHealth, we do things differentlyWe believe in something different:
a focus on the individuality of every person. In big ways and small, we exist to improve the extraordinary lives of all those we serve.

As Colorado's largest and most innovative health care system, we as a team deliver on the commitment to provide the best possible experience for our patients and their families.

We foster a true human connection and give people the freedom to live extraordinary lives. A career at UCHealth is more than a job, it's a passion.
Going beyond quality requires the perfect balance of talent, integrity, drive and intellectual curiosity.

We are looking for individuals who recognize, like us, that the world of medicine is ever-changing and are motivated to do what is right, not what is easy.

We support creativity and curiosity so that each of us can find the extraordinary qualities within ourselves. At UCHealth, we'll do everything in our power to make sure you grow and have a meaningful career. There's no limits to your potential here.
UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.
Be Extraordinary.

Join Us TodayUCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution.

As an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements.

No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, genetic information or veteran status.

UCHealth does not discriminate against any "qualified applicant with a disability" as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.

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