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VNS Health Government Affairs Operations Specialist in Manhattan, New York
OverviewProvides significant administrative support to Government Affairs team in all functions, including lobbying, research, writing, scheduling, database management, and coordinating relationships with VNS Health internal and external stakeholders. Works under moderate supervision.
Compensation Range:$77,200.00 - $96,500.00 Annual
What We Provide
Referral bonus opportunities
Generous paid time off (PTO), starting at 30 days of paid time off and 9 company holidays
Health insurance plan for you and your loved ones, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Disability
Employer-matched retirement saving funds
Personal and financial wellness programs
Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
Generous tuition reimbursement for qualifying degrees
Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
Internal mobility, generous tuition reimbursement, CEU credits, and advancement opportunities
What You Will Do
Schedules meetings among internal team members and with external stakeholders. Coordinates participation; and ensures appropriate follow up. Participates in meetings as needed.
Provides general administrative office support, including answering and making phone calls, typing, photocopying, and opening and distributing mail.
Maintains and updates contact management databases, including but not limited to government and advocate lists, including ensuring accurate geomapping of patients, members and employees
Produces internal and external communications material including graphically designed material and email communications.
Maintains tracking dashboard for team priorities and weekly team meetings.
Supports Government Affairs interns, including participating in interview process, onboarding, and workplans.
Coordinates travel arrangements as needed.
Manages calendars and prepares submissions for city and state lobbying reporting.
Supports government grants management and reporting.
Maintains organization of government affairs file system.
Processes and tracks contracts, invoices, and expense reports.
Order supplies and materials; manage shipping and delivery of materials as needed.
Demonstrates a commitment to excellent customer service through prompt responses to internal and external customers.
Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree required
Work Experience:
Minimum of three years of experience in an administrative role, preferably connected to government relations or lobbying required
Proficiency with social media, and modern software applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel (including PivotTables), PowerPoint, Sharepoint, Teams required
Proficiency in Salesforce and geomapping software preferred
Demonstrated strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills required
Detail-oriented with strong follow through skills required
Must be team player with a high degree of initiative and professionalism, willing to assist at 'crunch' times (before meetings or other important deadlines). Demonstrated ability to interact effectively and courteously with all levels of employees an external stakeholders, including government officials and staff required
CAREERS AT VNS Health
The future of care begins with you. Together, we will revolutionize health care in the home and community. When you join VNS Health, you become a part of something bigger. For generations, we’ve been a recognized leader and innovator in patient-centered and community-focused health care. At VNS Health, you’ll have the opportunity to meaningfully impact lives. Including yours. Discover your next role at VNS Health.