Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, overall responsibilities include researching mental health, addictions, healthcare and other issues and drafting NJAMHAA policy position papers, briefs, reports, and communications; technical analysis, synthesis and preparation of NJAMHAA positions on federal and state policies, legislation and regulations regarding their potential impact on members; regular updating of the public policy section of the NJAMHAA web page; developing research instruments, including survey tools; serving as staff liaison to assigned NJAMHAA committees and practice groups; and writing articles for NJAMHAA publications, as assigned. In addition, researches specific grants, contractual opportunities, etc. for NJAMHAA and its affiliate(s) and drafts grant applications, as assigned.
Specific functions include, but are not limited to:
>Read Federal Register, New Jersey Register, RFPs, and Waivers as assigned; analyze the impact on NJAMHAA and its members; prepare summaries, position papers, correspondence and advocacy materials, as assigned.
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>Track selected national and state legislation; keep membership apprised of status of key legislation; prepare and distribute alerts and correspondence; and attend hearings, as necessary.
>Work with NJAMHAA Chief Executive Officer and Board Committees/Subcommittees and Practice Groups on formulating NJAMHAA policy positions on relevant topics; draft positions and review for these groups.
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>Serve as staff liaison to NJAMHAA Board Committees/Subcommittees and Practice Groups, as assigned. Prepare agendas with input from Committee/Subcommittee/ Practice Group chairs and CEO, distribute notices to meetings, arrange for guest speakers to meet with these groups, take minutes as assigned and perform follow-up work for committees.
>Update web site on all public policy issues by coordinating with other staff and Chief Executive Officer.
>Attend meetings with state and federal authorities as required; summarize meetings and perform all follow-up tasks.
>-Research grant and contract opportunities for NJAMHAA and its affiliate(s) and members and draft applications as assigned.
>Write newsletter articles and other materials as assigned.
>Research and coordinate seminars, workshops and conference sessions as assigned.
>Perform all other duties as required by Chief Executive Officer.
Requirements include a minimum of:
>A Bachelor’s degree in public policy, political science, social sciences or a related field or comparable public policy experience. A Master’s degree is preferred.
>At least five years of experience in evaluating, analyzing, researching and developing public policies.
>Knowledge of New Jersey and federal Medicaid, addictions and mental health policies for adults and children
>Excellent written, verbal communication and editorial skills and strong attention to detail. Ability to write and organize engaging, clear and precise reports and articles and to synthesize information as appropriate for various target audiences.
>Excellent analytical skills.
> Should be very well organized, able to take initiative and able to work under tight time constraints, prioritize projects within a heavy workload and consistently meet or exceed all deadlines.
> Proven skills in working in a team and with diverse partners.
> Experience in conducting quantitative and qualitative research.
> Experience in analyzing and reporting on public budgets.
> Experience in translating complex concepts and research findings into easily understandable materials and curricula.
> A record of reliability and excellent attendance.
This position is exempt.
Submit resume with salary history and salary requirements to employment@njamhaa.org. No resumes will be accepted without salary history and salary requirements.
