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Government Affairs Program Manager

Columbia, Maryland

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Job ID
581739
Date posted
06/26/2026
Category
Corporate
Location
Columbia, Maryland

Government Affairs Program Manager 

Location: Washington DC Office - Hybrid
Salary Range: $70,000 -$85,000 + $10,000 Annual Bonus Potential

The Government Affairs Program Manager assists the Government Affairs team on a wide range of public policy, advocacy and internal business communications initiatives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Develops advocacy materials and campaigns based on data and sound public policy arguments
  • Writes policy memos, and white papers on public policy proposals and new business-line projects related to the changing health care landscape
  • Assists with PAC and grassroots communications
  • Manages projects that involve providing government affairs and product development support to Maxim’s field operations
  • Researches and prepares presentations, testimony, and other materials targeted towards decision-makers to help promote Maxim as a credible and trusted source of healthcare information
  • Assists in the development of State and Federal strategic legislative and regulatory priorities by working with government affairs leadership
  • Identifies and leads external communication opportunities to leverage earned media placements to promote Maxim’s core and emerging business lines
  • Continuously work to communicate, protect and enhance Maxim’s reputation with public policy decision makers
  • Represent Maxim at events and conferences attended by public policy decision makers
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Political Science, Business Administration or related degree; Master's Degree or Juris Doctorate preferred
  • Exceptional written and verbal communications skills as well as advanced analytical and critical thinking skills
  • Demonstrates strong familiarity with the public policy process and the political decision-making process, particularly in the area of healthcare and healthcare payer in particular (Medicare, Medicaid and commercial health plans)
  • Familiarity with the home healthcare industry and/or related health care legislative and regulatory issues a plus
  • Experience in external communications preferred
  • Self-starter who is comfortable with a hybrid work environment
  • Ability to interpret data, identify patterns or trends, analyze results and develop and provide compelling reports a plus
  • Must demonstrate sound judgment and commitment to ethical business practices
  • Proficiency in the English language required
  • Computer proficiency required, including experience with and knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite
  • Some Travel is required 

Maxim Benefits:

Health and Wellness
Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program

Retirement and Financial Security:
Employee Assistance Program, Health Savings Account, 401(k) + Company Match, Profit Sharing, Short and Long Term Disability, Primary Caregiver Leave, Parental Leave, Life and Basic Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal benefits

Lifestyle Benefits:
Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays, Transportation Benefits, Educational Assistance Program, College Partnership Program and Employee Discount Program

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Maxim Healthcare
Maxim Healthcare has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed. 

Maxim Healthcare, Inc. (“Maxim”) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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