Health Policy Director

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title :    Health Policy Director

Salary Range :    $75,000 – $90,000

Reports to :    Chief Executive Officer

Direct Reports :    None

The Tennessee Primary Care Association (TPCA) is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to serve as our Health Policy Director . This role drives TPCA’s policy and advocacy efforts, advancing the work of Tennessee’s community health centers and strengthening access to care for patients across the state.

The Health Policy Director leads TPCA’s federal and state policy strategy and will shape how TPCA navigates evolving healthcare policy, advocating for the sustainability of health centers, and represent health center interests with state and national partners. This position manages contract lobbying activities, engages with key decision makers, and works closely with health center leaders to ensure their voices are reflected in policy decisions that impact their operations and the communities they serve.

As part of TPCA’s leadership team, the Health Policy Director will collaborate across departments to align advocacy, education, and partnership efforts with TPCA’s mission and strategic plan. The ideal candidate brings a blend of policy expertise, political savvy, and relationship-building skills and is energized by translating complex policy into meaningful action for Tennessee’s health centers and patients.

What You’ll Do :

• Lead development and implementation of TPCA’s policy and advocacy strategy in coordination with TPCA leadership, member health centers, and external partners.
• Serve as TPCA’s lead liaison to key policy stakeholders, including TennCare, the Tennessee Department of Health, and the National Association of Community Health Centers.
• Monitor and analyze state and federal policy developments, assess their impact on health centers and patients, and communicate actionable insights to TPCA staff, members and stakeholders.
• Develop policy recommendations and resources that inform health center strategy and guide TPCA’s advocacy priorities.
• Manage contract lobbying activities and coordinate engagement with legislators and policymakers.
• Lead TPCA’s State Hill Day , coordinate federal visits with Tennessee’s congressional delegation, and support participation in national advocacy events.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with legislators, provider organizations, and advocacy partners.
• Serve as a thought leader and trusted advisor to health center leaders on issues such reimbursement, payment, and value-based care initiatives.

What We’re Looking For :

Why Work at TPCA?

TPCA is a dynamic, team-oriented membership association that provides leadership, advocacy, and supportive expertise to the state’s community health centers. TPCA and our members are bonded by a shared purpose – ensuring all Tennesseans have access to quality and affordable health care.

At TPCA, our benefits include :

Our team values collaboration, continual growth, integrity, and open communication. We are driven by our culture, knowing that creating an inclusive workplace is essential to serving our mission. We are intentional in our efforts to ensure every staff member feels empowered to voice their ideas and bring their authentic selves to work.

Interested in more details about the role? View a PDF of the full job description here :

https : / / www.tnpcaeducation.org / resourcelibrary / HealthPolicyDirector_Description.pdf

How to Apply : Please complete an application and submit your resume and cover letter.

Tennessee Primary Care Association

710 Spence Lane, Nashville, TN 37217

https : / / www.tnpca.org

TPCA offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, paid medical, dental and life insurance, paid long-term disability insurance, and participation in a 403(b)-retirement plan. In addition, TPCA offers elective participation in employee-paid benefits including Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Savings Account, vision insurance, and AFLAC insurance options.

Actual salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. The posted salary range reflects a variety of experience levels beyond the minimum requirement.

It is the policy of TPCA that all applicants are entitled to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, national origin, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, genetic condition, marital status, or veteran status (past, present, or future service in the Uniformed Services of the United States), or other protected characteristics or identity as required by local, state, and federal law.

This position will be supported in part by grant funding from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).

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