Manager, Public Policy

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Public Partnerships LLC supports individuals with disabilities or chronic illnesses and aging adults to remain in their homes and communities and “self” direct their own long‑term home care. Our role as the nation’s largest and most experienced Financial Management Service provider is to assist eligible Medicaid recipients to choose and pay for their own support workers and services within their state‑approved personalized budget. We are appointed by states and managed healthcare organizations to better serve more of their residents and members requiring long‑term care and ensure the efficient use of taxpayer‑funded services.

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## Job Summary

The Public Policy Manager is responsible for tracking legislative and regulatory changes in the Home and Community Based (HCBS) industry at the federal and state levels. This role works closely with the Vice President of Government Relations and internal business development and client engagement teams to develop advocacy strategies rooted in policy. The position monitors legislative and regulatory developments affecting Medicaid Home and Community‑Based Services (HCBS) programs, with a focus on consumer‑directed/self‑direction space. This position will provide strategic insights for senior leadership, lead policy conversations with state account teams, and support PPL Thought Leadership efforts. The Public Policy Manager plays a key role in advancing PPL’s policy priorities, protecting the organization’s existing business footprint, and educating decision‑makers on self‑direction services.

## Duties & Responsibilities

### Legislative & Regulatory Monitoring

– **Track legislation** impacting Medicaid HCBS programs at the state and federal level.
– **Monitor developments** and assess potential impacts to the organization.
– **Provide briefings** and updates to senior leadership on policy developments and emerging risks or opportunities.
– **Participate in trade groups** to understand industry trends and educate internal stakeholders.

### Policy Strategy & Advocacy

– **Identify advocacy opportunities**, including educating business development and client engagement teams on possibilities for existing operations within states.
– **Collaborate on policy positions** and supporting materials to strengthen PPL’s advocacy initiatives.
– **Support comment responses** for government open comment opportunities.

### Internal Communication & Strategic Coordination

– **Provide updates** to internal account teams regarding state‑level developments that may impact PPL operations.
– **Prepare materials** including talking points, briefing documents, and executive summaries for senior leaders and external partners.
– **Coordinate with teams** to provide comments to trade groups, advocating for self‑direction and PPL priorities.
– **Assist with RFPs** including development and writing.

## Required Skills

– **Legislative knowledge** of legislative processes and regulatory environments.
– **Strong writing skills** with the ability to tailor messaging for different audiences.
– **Healthcare policy experience**; Self‑Direction/Consumer‑Directed expertise a plus.
– **Organizational skills** with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
– **Collaboration ability** across teams.
– **Microsoft Office proficiency** including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.

## Qualifications

### Education

Bachelor’s degree in government, political science, healthcare policy, or a related field. Substantial professional experience may be considered in lieu of a formal degree.

### Experience

– At least 5 years of experience in public policy or a related field.
– Experience tracking legislation and policy developments and advising internal teams on potential impacts.

## Working Conditions

**Position:** Remote
**Travel:** Ability to travel up to 20–30% domestically across various states as needed.
**Compensation:** $90,000 – $115,000 annually

The above is intended to describe the general contents and requirements of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all duties, responsibilities, or skills of personnel so classified.

Public Partnerships is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to celebrating diversity and intentionally creating a culture of inclusion. We believe that we work best when our employees feel empowered and accepted, and that starts by honoring each of our unique life experiences. At PPL, all aspects of employment regarding recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoff, company‑sponsored training, education, and social and recreational programs are based on merit, business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex, gender identity and/or expression, age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, sexual orientation, marital, civil union, or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, citizenship status, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. PPL will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. PPL believes in health, equality, and prosperity for everyone so we can succeed in changing the ways the public sector—including health, education, technology, and human services industries—work.

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