Principal, Public Policy

Corewell Health
United States, Michigan, Southfield
May 20, 2025
Job Summary - Principal, Public Policy A leading member of the System government relations and public policy team reporting to the Senior Director, Public Policy. Performs research, develops public policy materials (e.g. talking points, position statements, briefing materials, comments to proposed regulations, responses to requests for information) and participates, facilitates and/or convenes interactions with appropriate subject matter experts across the System in order to effectively convey our public policy positions with an emphasis on how state and federal policies affect health plans. Must be capable of acting independently and navigating the complexities of the System, anticipating public policy implications within our integrated organization, and engaging with leaders and staff. Must have expertise with policy and regulations affecting health insurance, including Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, Qualified Health Plans, and commercial products. Preference for candidates who have experience working for a health insurer, a trade association, and/or a policy maker. Closely collaborates with internal teams across the System in the development of public policy solutions. Develops our strategy in partnership with government relations and public policy team for influencing with state and federal policy makers and regulators. Coordinates efforts with our contracted consultant/lobbyists, and leverages advocacy and policy development efforts of various associations of which the System is a member as well as with other stakeholders. Represents the organization externally with community or business partners at the local, state, and federal levels of government, as appropriate. Essential Functions - Principal, Public Policy Participates in the legislative and regulatory review, research, and analysis of proposals that would impact any aspect of the System. Tracks and monitors proposed rules and regulations across the state and federal levels of government. Supports relationships with executive agency personnel at state and federal level. Participate in the public policy strategy committees primarily for health plan but other groups as needed. Prepare and give presentations on policy issues to internal and external audiences. Participate in workgroups and committees with federal and state trade associations to represent Corewell Health's policy positions in public policy strategy and development. Supports relationships with key trade association staff. Develops and recommends System positions and advocacy priorities on various health care issues and health-related legislation and regulation from the perspective of our integrated health care delivery system. Creates materials that promote public policy priorities and advocacy strategies, both short-term and long-term, that meet the specified public policy objectives of Priority Health and its associated entities. Materials include issue summaries, talking points, and messages that can be incorporated into press releases, speeches and/or lobbying and community relations activities. Develops and maintains positive, working relationships with internal colleagues that hold subject matter expertise, or operational management roles initiating an appropriate level of engagement in the consideration of public policy solutions. Coordinate and manage relationships between Corewell Health and federal policy consultants. Coordinate regulatory and policy development efforts with external partners: Chambers, MAHP, ACHP, and others. Attend and represent our organization at external events that assist in furthering relationships between Corewell Health and policy makers. Qualifications - Principal, Public Policy Required Bachelor's Degree Preferred concentration in health care, political science, legal studies, public policy, or business. 10 years of relevant experience Minimum combined experience in a health care policy, government relations position, federal or state legislative office. Demonstrating progressively more responsibility and proficiency. Required 7 years of relevant experience Health care public policy. Highly preferred 5 years of relevant experience Public sector experience with a regulator or policymaker. Preferred 2 years of relevant experience Leadership experience. Preferred Physical Demands - Principal, Public Policy Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs Sitting: Frequently Standing: Occasionally Walking: Occasionally Forward Bend - Standing: Seldom Forward Bend - Sitting: Occasionally Trunk Rotation - Standing: Seldom Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Occasionally Reach - Above Shoulder: Seldom Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Seldom Handling: Occasionally Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Seldom Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Seldom Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently How Corewell Health cares for you Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here. On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more! Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status Primary Location SITE - Corewell Health Place - 100 Corewell Drive NW - Grand Rapids Department Name PH - Public Policy Employment Type Full time Shift Day (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours 40 Hours of Work 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Days Worked Monday to Friday Weekend Frequency Variable weekends CURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS - Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only. Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief. Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category. An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team. You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.