Who we are? As the world's largest organization of board-certified pathologists and leading provider of laboratory accreditation and proficiency testing programs, the College of American Pathologists (CAP) serves patients, pathologists, and the public by fostering and advocating excellence in the practice of pathology and laboratory medicine worldwide. Our Culture + CAP employees make a meaningful difference by partnering with colleagues customers and members on challenging and rewarding work + CAP provides its employees with an energetic and collaborative work environment and encourage opportunities to further develop their skills—offering reimbursement for educational programs and participation in events that enhance your skills + We offer a generous compensation and benefits package, 401K, and more -- visit Careers at the CAP (https://www.cap.org/careers-at-the-cap) for more details Brief Description The Senior Director, Policy, Strategic Alliances, and Global Advocacy is a senior-level position reporting to the Vice President, Policy and Advocacy. This role is crucial in proactively advancing our organization's two strategic themes: Advance the Specialty and Advance Laboratory Quality Worldwide. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in policy development and federal and international advocacy to support our mission of promoting excellence in pathology and laboratory medicine. Key Responsibilities: • Develop CAP policy as it relates to pathologists and the health care system. • Advise CAP staff and members on advocacy strategy impacting the practice of pathology with a focus on CAP’s core accreditation and proficiency testing businesses. • Develop and maintain strategic alliances, including consultants to proactively advance the CAP’s advocacy agenda and strategic plan. • Establish and maintain relationships between CAP and experts at federal agencies. • Provide strategic guidance to our Laboratory Quality Team on the impact of regulatory changes on CAP business. • Partner with the International Sales team to advocate for the CAP on a global level. • Collaborate with other staff teams to promote CAP strategic themes as needed. Specific Duties Primary duties and responsibilities: • Monitor legislative and regulatory developments affecting pathology and laboratory medicine • Draft position papers, testimony, and regulatory comments on behalf of the organization as needed in conjunction with other policy staff and member groups • Represent the organization at meetings with policymakers, regulators, and partner organizations • Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in government agencies, Congress, and other professional associations in related industries • Prepare and deliver presentations on policy issues to internal teams and external audiences • Contribute to the development of the organization's annual advocacy agenda and strategic plan • Provide regular updates and reports on regulatory activities and their impact to leadership and members • Collaborate with the strategic communications team to develop messaging and materials for advocacy initiatives • Assist in the preparation of grant proposals and reports related to advocacy projects • Research emerging policy issues and their potential impact on the profession and on the CAP’s business • Develop and maintain a comprehensive strategic plan for regulatory activity, aligning with organizational goals and industry trends • Brief CAP leadership and staff regularly on key issues, emerging trends, and potential impacts on the organization and its members • Manage and engage the CAP Policy Roundtable, including Policy Roundtable staff Knowledge/Skills Required/Preferred Personal: • Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal • Ability to analyze complex policy issues and translate them for various audiences • Strong project management and organizational skills • Adaptability and flexibility in a dynamic policy environment • Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team Professional: • 8-10 years of experience in federal advocacy, lobbying domestic and international affairs • Strong strategic thinking abilities • Excellent interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work well with external partner groups • Demonstrated capacity to develop and maintain strategic relationships • In-depth knowledge of federal healthcare and state-level health policy making • Fluency in advocacy work and legislative processes Related certifications: • N/A Technical: • N/A Education/Experience Education: • Bachelor's degree required, advanced degree in public policy, healthcare administration, or related field preferred Experience: • 8-10 years of experience in federal advocacy, lobbying domestic and international affairs • Strong strategic thinking abilities • Excellent interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work well with external partner groups • Demonstrated capacity to develop and maintain strategic relationships • In-depth knowledge of federal healthcare and state-level health policy making • Fluency in advocacy work and legislative processes Related certifications Additional Criteria Location and Work Requirements • Based in Washington, DC • Some weekend work required • Travel expected as needed for advocacy and partnership activities Salary Range: $185,436 - $241,110 “The College of American Pathologists requires all new hires in customer-facing roles to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to the first date of employment. If you are unsure whether this position is customer-facing, please inquire with Human Resources. As required by applicable law, The College of American Pathologists will consider requests for Reasonable Accommodations.” Equal Opportunity Employer The CAP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, ancestry, disability or genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship status, order of protection status, homelessness, or any other characteristic protected by federal law and the applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act Equal Employment Opportunity Employee Polygraph Protection Act Job Details Job Family Directors - Senior Job Function Senior Director Pay Type Salary Travel Required Yes