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Government Affairs Specialist

Government Affairs Specialist

Gracelight Community HealthLos Angeles, CA, US
Full-time
The Government Affairs Specialist plays a key role in advancing Gracelight Community Health's mission by building strategic relationships with government agencies, elected officials, and community ...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Technical Support Specialist - Weekend Overnight - Government

Technical Support Specialist - Weekend Overnight - Government

RelativityLos Angeles, CA, United States
Full-time
The Technical Support Specialist provides technical support to a mix of technical and non-technical customers by diagnosing, troubleshooting, repairing and debugging complex software and / or network...Show moreLast updated: 3 days ago
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Attorney - Government Contracts- Los Angeles, CA

Attorney - Government Contracts- Los Angeles, CA

FutureRecruitLos Angeles, CA, US
Full-time
Attorney - Government Contracts- Full Time.Location : Los Angeles, CA, 90025.Joining a national Government Contracts Team. Working closely with a Chambers-USA nationally-rated government contracts pa...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Actuarial Consultant - Government Healthcare

Actuarial Consultant - Government Healthcare

Marsh McLennan CompaniesWest th,Los Angeles
Full-time
We are seeking a talented individual to join our Government Human Service Consultant (GHSC) team at Mercer.Medicaid is a government-sponsored health insurance program in the United States designed ...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
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Robotics Application Engineering Intern- Government Projects

Robotics Application Engineering Intern- Government Projects

GrayMatter RoboticsLos Angeles, California, USA
Full-time +1
Hello! I am Evan the University Recruiter for GrayMatter Robotics! Thank you for your interest in our upcoming internship opportunity. Please note there are two different positions one requiring exp...Show moreLast updated: 15 hours ago
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AVP, Government Affairs & Community Engagement

AVP, Government Affairs & Community Engagement

AltaMed Health Services CorporationMontebello, CA, US
Full-time
If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed.At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn't just welcomed - it's nurtured, celebrat...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
ACA Government Affairs Director

ACA Government Affairs Director

ADPOrangethorpe, La Palma, CA, US
Full-time
It is preferred that the selected individual for this opening be assigned to work in one of the office locations listed on the posting within a hybrid work model (3 days onsite / 2 days from home wee...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Government Affairs Assistant

Government Affairs Assistant

Directors Guild of America IncLos Angeles, CA, US
Full-time
Please note a cover letter is required for this position.As the collective voice of more than 19,000 members, the Directors Guild of America (DGA) helps empower directorial teams to protect and enh...Show moreLast updated: 9 days ago
Government Affairs and Communications Director

Government Affairs and Communications Director

MediabistroLos Angeles, CA, United States
Full-time
GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS AND COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR.Business Services Deputy Director This recruitment is open to the public.The eligible list established through this recruitment will be used to fill a...Show moreLast updated: 21 days ago
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Land Use & General Government Advice Attorney

Land Use & General Government Advice Attorney

Direct CounselBellflower, CA, US
Full-time
Direct Counsel is representing a mission-driven public law firm seeking a.Land Use & Government Advice Attorney.This role involves advising public agencies across California, with a particular focu...Show moreLast updated: 12 days ago
Manager, Community & Government Engagement

Manager, Community & Government Engagement

Hollywood BowlLos Angeles, CA
Full-time
Assist in managing community and government relationships to support strategic and responsive stakeholder engagement : .Manage contact lists and engagement tracking in Salesforce and Monday.Schedule ...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Sr. Government Healthcare Financial Consultant

Sr. Government Healthcare Financial Consultant

US047 Mercer (US) LLCGrand,Los Angeles
Full-time
We are seeking a talented individual to join our Government Healthcare Consulting team (GHSC) at Mercer.Government Healthcare Financial Consultant. Medicaid health care experience as well as the fin...Show moreLast updated: 11 days ago
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Account Executive - Government

Account Executive - Government

United Site ServicesEl Monte, CA, United States
Full-time +1
United Site Services is the industry leader in comprehensive site services, committed to creating partnerships that help enable our customers project and event success. Our deep industry expertise, ...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Manager, Community & Government Engagement

Manager, Community & Government Engagement

LA PhilLos Angeles, CA
Full-time
Date Posted : 5 / 12 / 2025 Location : Community and DEI Address : 151 South Grand Ave City : Los Angeles State : CA Country : United States of America Description. Position : Manager, Community & Government En...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Government Contracts & Grants Manager

Government Contracts & Grants Manager

Residents MedicalLos Angeles, CA, US
Full-time
We are looking for a strategic, driven, and mission-aligned.Government Contracts & Grants Manager.This cross-functional role spans two innovative organizations : . AI-powered EdTech company revolu...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Government Healthcare Actuarial Manager

Government Healthcare Actuarial Manager

US048 Mercer Health & Benefits LLCGrand,Los Angeles
Full-time
We are seeking a talented individual to join our Government Human Services Consulting team at Mercer.Mercer’s Government Human Services Consulting (GHSC) practice has touched more than 60 million l...Show moreLast updated: 8 days ago
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Audit Manager - State & Local Government

Audit Manager - State & Local Government

Executive Resource SystemsLos Angeles, CA, US
Full-time
Audit Manager - State & Local Government.Reasonable work life balance - Hybrid work envirronment.The Manager is the liaison between the Partner, the client, and the professional staff.Managers are ...Show moreLast updated: 12 days ago
Government Contracting Industry Director

Government Contracting Industry Director

RSMLos Angeles
Full-time
We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their ful...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Sr. Device Software Engineer, Kuiper Government Solutions

Sr. Device Software Engineer, Kuiper Government Solutions

KGS LLCLos Angeles, CA, US
Full-time
Project Kuiper is Amazon's initiative to launch a constellation of 3,236 Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites to provide high-speed, low-latency broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved commu...Show moreLast updated: 23 days ago
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Government Engagement Specialist

Government Engagement Specialist

VirtualVocationsCarson, California, United States
Full-time
A company is looking for a Government Engagement and Training Specialist.Key Responsibilities Interact with government clients to build and maintain relationships and manage account access Devel...Show moreLast updated: 23 hours ago
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Government Affairs Specialist

Government Affairs Specialist

Gracelight Community HealthLos Angeles, CA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Details

Job Location

Los Angeles, CA

Position Type

Full Time

Salary Range

85766.00 - $127827.00 Salary

Description

SUMMARY :

The Government Affairs Specialist plays a key role in advancing Gracelight Community Health's mission by building strategic relationships with government agencies, elected officials, and community stakeholders. This position serves as a liaison between the organization and public sector partners, ensuring that Gracelight's priorities are understood, supported, and reflected in public policy. The Specialist monitors relevant legislation, advocates for policies that expand access to care, and helps position Gracelight as a trusted voice on issues impacting community health. This role also supports the planning of advocacy-related events, site visits, and communications, working closely with internal teams to align government affairs efforts with organizational goals.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • Supports and implements the organization's vision, mission, and values.
  • Determines priorities and method of completing daily workload to ensure that all responsibilities are conducted in a timely manner.
  • Performs all job functions in a professional and courteous manner. This includes answering all general phone calls timely and providing excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
  • Fosters and promotes a culture of service excellence and accountability.
  • Builds and maintains productive relationships with elected officials, government agencies, and community leaders to elevate Gracelight's visibility and influence in public policy discussions.
  • Reviews and evaluates local, state, and federal legislation pertinent to community health centers. Drafts position letters, tracks regulatory updates, and attends hearings or webinars as needed.
  • Develops and implements strategies to engage Gracelight leadership, board members, staff, and patients in advocacy initiatives. Conducts training and educational sessions on policy and advocacy topics.
  • Collaborates with staff to create advocacy alerts, digital campaigns, and messaging across platforms. Drafts content for internal updates and external correspondence related to government affairs.
  • Plans and executes advocacy-related events, including annual legislative visits, National Health Center Week, Capitol visits, and facility tours for elected officials and other stakeholders.
  • Provides administrative and strategic support for government affairs initiatives. Conducts background research on key issues and contributes to the development of outreach and engagement strategies.
  • Represents Gracelight at meetings, coalitions, and public forums to advance community-based priorities and stay informed on emerging policy issues.
  • Maintains updated lists of legislative contacts, stakeholders, and advocacy activities. Supports calendar and logistics management for events, meetings, and key deadlines.
  • Provide support on legislation analysis, research, and drafting position letters.
  • Conducts outreach, training, and educational presentations on policy and advocacy issues for Gracelight staff and board members.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & ABILITIES :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Bachelor's degree in public policy, communications, political science, or related field; master's degree a plus
  • 3-4 years of experience in government relations, advocacy, or policy work
  • Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills
  • Working knowledge of legislative and political processes
  • Experience analyzing legislation, drafting position letters, and preparing advocacy materials
  • Confident in public speaking and leading presentations or trainings
  • Skilled at building relationships with elected officials, community partners, and internal teams
  • Familiar with social media, digital advocacy tools, and online research
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and collaboration tools like Teams and SharePoint
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects
  • Professional, proactive, and able to handle sensitive issues with tact and clarity
  • Flexibility to work both remotely and onsite as needed, including the ability to attend impromptu meetings or handle urgent issues after hours and / or in person at any / all Gracelight's locations.
  • PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS :

    The physical, environmental, and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Physical : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and move throughout the health center for extended periods. Frequent use of hands for typing, writing, handling office materials, and operating standard office and clinical equipment is required. The employee must be able to bend, reach, stoop, kneel, and crouch as needed to stock supplies, organize workspaces, and retrieve materials. The employee may be required to lift and carry objects up to 30 lbs, such as supply boxes, office materials, and small equipment. Occasional pushing and pulling of carts or storage containers up to 40 lbs may be necessary. Moderate manual dexterity is required for handling paperwork, computer tasks, and operating office devices.
  • Sensory : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to read and analyze printed and electronic documents, including reports, schedules, and supply lists. The employee must be able to distinguish normal speech with background noise in a busy health center environment, including conversations between staff and patients, overhead announcements, and equipment sounds. The employee must have sufficient visual acuity to work on a computer for extended periods, review detailed documents, and monitor clinical and administrative activities. The role requires the ability to comprehend and respond to verbal and non-verbal cues from staff, patients, and leadership in both structured and fast-paced situations.
  • Cognitive : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sustain focus on multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions. The employee must analyze and process operational information, assess priorities in real time, and make informed decisions to support staff and patient care. The employee must retain and recall details across various administrative and clinical functions, manage competing priorities, and quickly adapt to shifting demands. Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and organizational skills are required to coordinate workflows, resolve staff or patient issues, and ensure smooth daily operations. The employee must communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with staff, patients, and leadership. The role requires the ability to interpret policies, follow established procedures, and provide clear direction to team members. Emotional intelligence is essential for managing interpersonal interactions, addressing conflicts, and maintaining a collaborative work environment.
  • Environmental : Frequent exposure to varied office and mixed (health center / office) environments. Occasional exposure to toxins and poisonous substances, dust, and loud noises.
  • SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :

  • Must be able to meet and receive a criminal records clearance, as required by Title XXII, other licensing regulations, and Gracelight practices.
  • This position requires the ability to travel between sites for business purposes. Employees must be able to reliably fulfill this travel requirement as needed.
  • A personal cell phone with reliable service and a data plan to use for business purposes.