Associate, State Advocacy

Hi, we're Oscar. We're hiring an Associate, State Advocacy to join our Government Affairs team.Oscar is the first health insurance company built around a full stack technology platform and a focus on serving our members. We started Oscar in 2012 to create the kind of health insurance company we would want for ourselves—one that behaves like a doctor in the family.About the roleThe Associate, State Advocacy, is a major contributor and owner of mission-critical workflows to communicate externally with partners, and internally to impacted teams, regarding legislative and regulatory matters important to the company. In assigned jurisdictions, you will track legislative and regulatory developments, draft summaries of high priority items, and assist the Director of State Government Affairs with communications and strategy, communicate client-focused memoranda to Oscar's compliance team advising of business impact upon passage. You will support the Director of State Government Affairs in trade association relationships, cover relevant legislative and regulatory hearings and meetings as assigned, and supports the Government Affairs function by serving as an enterprise wide resource on public policy and legislative and regulatory trends.You will report to the Director, State Government Affairs.Work Location:Oscar is a blended work culture where everyone, regardless of work type or location, feels connected to their teammates, our culture and our mission.If you live within commutable distance to our New York City office (in Hudson Square), our Tempe office (off the 101 at University Dr), or our Los Angeles office (in Marina Del Rey), you will be expected to come into the office at least two days each week. Otherwise, this is a remote / work-from-home role.You must reside in one of the following states: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, or Washington, D.C. Note, this list of states is subject to change. Pay Transparency:The base pay for this role in the states of California, Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, and Washington is: $93,500 - $122,850 per year. The base pay for this role in all other locations is: $84,240 - $110,565 per year. You are also eligible for employee benefits, participation in Oscar's unlimited vacation program and annual performance bonuses.ResponsibilitiesBe the subject matter expert on assigned state policy and legislative matters.With support from the Director of State Government Affairs, prepare concise, user-friendly summaries and analyses of regulatory, legislative and policy matters.Present to internal and external audiences in appropriate forums on priority legislative and regulatory policy developments.Support the Director of State Government Affairs in external meetings with trade associations, lobbyists and other partners.Partner with PRO Counsel, Government Affairs colleagues, and partners to break down and communicate legislative, regulatory and sub-regulatory developments.Support sustainable processes which simplify our growing team's outputs while ensuring high quality deliverables.Deliver multiple, simultaneous and diverse assignments while following deadlines.Support cross-training and knowledge development across Oscar.Perform related tasks as assigned by Government Affairs CounselCompliance with all applicable laws and regulations.Other duties as assigned.QualificationsBachelor's degree in legal studies, political science, public policy, public administration, public health or other relevant field, or a combination of education and experience.3+ years of legal or regulatory experience, in the health plan/managed care space.2+ years experience working with state political and legislative processes.Bonus PointsFamiliarity with the Affordable Care Act and Healthcare.gov or other State-based Exchanges.Experience with Oscar markets.Experience working with attorneys and team members.2+ years experience in Google Workspace.This is an authentic Oscar Health job opportunity. Learn more about how you can safeguard yourself from recruitment fraudhere. At Oscar, being an Equal Opportunity Employer means more than upholding discrimination-free hiring practices. It means that we cultivate an environment where people can be their most authentic selves and find both belonging and support. We're on a mission to change health care -- an experience made whole by our unique backgrounds and perspectives.Pay Transparency: Final offer amounts, within the base pay set forth above, are determined by factors including your relevant skills, education, and experience. Full-time employees are eligible for benefits including: medical, dental, and vision benefits, 11 paid holidays, paid sick time, paid parental leave, 401(k) plan participation, life and disability insurance, and paid wellness time and reimbursements.Reasonable Accommodation: Oscar applicants are considered solely based on their qualifications, without regard to applicant’s disability or need for accommodation. Any Oscar applicant who requires reasonable accommodations during the application process should contact the Oscar Benefits Team ([email protected]) to make the need for an accommodation known.Artificial Intelligence (AI) Guidelines: Please see our AI Guidelines for the acceptable use of artificial intelligence during the interview process at Oscar.California Residents: For information about our collection, use, and disclosure of applicants’ personal information as well as applicants’ rights over their personal information, please see our Notice to Job Applicants.Originally posted on Himalayas

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