Director, Federal Affairs

# Job Description

## Become a Part of Our Caring Community

At Humana, we are committed to improving the health and well‑being of the communities we serve. As a **Director, Federal Affairs**, you will help grow our federal advocacy strategy—promoting meaningful policy outcomes that impact millions of members nationwide.

This is a relationship‑driven role for a policy professional with in‑depth knowledge of the federal landscape, with an emphasis on Capitol Hill. You may have transitioned from the Hill or bring experience from government affairs or a trade association, with opportunities to grow, influence, and make a difference. In this role, you will report to the Associate VP, Federal Affairs.

**Location:** Washington, DC Metro Area (required)

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## What You’ll Do

– Advance Humana’s federal advocacy priorities by implementing strategic engagement plans with Congress and the Administration.
– Build trusted relationships with Members of Congress, congressional staff, and important federal partners.
– Track and assess legislative and regulatory developments that impact our business and the healthcare industry, and communicate relevant updates.
– Partner across the organization to provide insight on public policy trends, risks, and opportunities.
– Collaborate with internal leadership and external partners to shape and advance policy agenda.
– Develop compelling materials, including policy briefs, talking points, and internal communications.
– Represent Humana with trade associations and industry groups to strengthen our voice in the broader healthcare community.
– Support federal engagement efforts, including leadership briefings and partner meetings in Washington, DC.

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## Use Your Skills to Make an Impact

## What We’re Looking For

### Required Qualifications

– Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as public policy, communications, health policy, political science, business, or related area.
– 8+ years of experience in a congressional office, Senate, House, campaign, federal agency, government affairs, health/public policy, or advocacy role.
– Direct experience working with or on Capitol Hill, including an understanding of the legislative process.
– Experience engaging partners and helping shape policy outcomes.
– Experience simplifying complex policy matters and offering clear instructions that help teams move forward with recommended solutions.
– Demonstrated skill in evaluating uncertain environments, organizing workload, and managing several projects concurrently.
– Understanding of how the legislative and regulatory process—and the broader federal environment—impacts business organizations.
– Experience creating and implementing advocacy campaigns directly relevant to the federal government.

### Preferred Qualifications

– Experience in congressional committees, leadership offices, or senior‑level federal roles.
– Background in government affairs, advocacy organizations, or trade associations.
– Knowledge of healthcare policy or the health insurance landscape.
– Advanced degree (MPP, MPA, MBA, JD, or similar).

**Location:** Washington, DC (in‑office expectation of 3 days per week)
**Travel:** Occasional travel to Humana offices for training or meetings may be required.

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## Additional Information

### Work at Home Guidance

To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees can work effectively, self‑provided internet service must meet the following criteria:

– Minimum download speed of 25 Mbps and upload speed of 10 Mbps; wireless, wired cable, or DSL required.
– Satellite, cellular, and microwave connections may be used only if approved by leadership.
– Employees who live and work from home in California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will receive a bi‑weekly payment for internet expenses.
– Humana will provide telephone equipment appropriate for business requirements.
– Work must be performed from a dedicated space free from ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.

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## Interview Format

As part of our hiring process, we use an interview platform called **HireVue** to support timely and thoughtful hiring decisions. HireVue allows us to learn more about your skills and experience through a short, on‑demand video screening that you can complete at a time that works best for you.

If selected to move forward, you will receive an email and text message with instructions to complete the video screening.

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## Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

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## Pay Range

The compensation range below reflects a good‑faith estimate of starting base pay for full‑time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location, and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job‑related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.

**$184,800 – $254,100 per year**

This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan based on company and/or individual performance.

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## Description of Benefits

Humana Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (“Humana”) offer competitive benefits that support whole‑person well‑being. Benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family, while recognizing that your life extends outside of work.

Benefits include:

– Medical, dental, and vision coverage
– 401(k) retirement savings plan
– Paid time off, company holidays, personal holidays, volunteer time off
– Paid parental and caregiver leave
– Short‑term and long‑term disability
– Life insurance
– Additional well‑being and support programs

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## About Us

Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is a leading U.S. healthcare company. Through our Humana insurance services and our CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health—delivering the care and service they need, when they need it.

These efforts support people with Medicare and Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. Learn more at Humana.com and CenterWell.com.

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## Equal Opportunity Employer

Humana does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

Humana takes affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and advance individuals with disabilities or protected veteran status. All employment decisions are based solely on valid job requirements and apply to all employment actions, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, and training.