Vice President, Government Affairs - 503a/503b - Houston, TX - Empower Pharmacy

Position Summary:

At Empower, we are seeking a dynamic and visionary leader to join us as the Vice President of Government Affairs. This role offers the unique opportunity to shape public policy and advocacy strategies at the forefront of the compounding pharmacy industry. You will provide leadership within our Legal department, steering our efforts to influence policy decisions that align with our mission to expand access to quality, affordable medication. Through collaboration with senior staff, industry partners, and lobbying associations, your expertise will help mobilize resources and enact meaningful change.

 

In this pivotal position, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating regulatory and legislative strategies that advance Empower’s policy initiatives. From drafting legislation and policy documents to conducting comprehensive research and data analysis, your efforts will be critical in navigating the complexities of state and federal policy landscapes. The role demands a proactive approach to integrating cross-functional feedback, ensuring that our public policy agenda is robust and responsive to the evolving needs of the industry and the communities we serve.

 

As Vice President of Government Affairs, you will also engage directly with key stakeholders, including members, policymakers, and community leaders, to build support for Empower's policy objectives. Your ability to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with national and state pharmacy associations, coupled with your expertise in coordinating advocacy efforts, will be instrumental in driving our mission forward. This role not only challenges you to lead with innovation and insight but also empowers you to make a significant impact on the health and wellness of individuals nationwide. Join us at Empower to be at the heart of transforming healthcare through strategic policy leadership.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides leadership in Empower’s public policy and advocacy work, collaborating with senior staff, industry partners, and lobbying associations. Mobilizes resources to effectively influence policy decisions.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates legislative strategies to advance Empower’s policy initiatives. This includes drafting legislation, and policy documents, conducting research, data analysis, writing, presenting, and integrating cross-functional feedback.
• Implements the public policy agenda, devises strategies, and negotiates solutions for policy issues vital to Empower and the compounding industry.
• Researches, monitors, analyzes, and responds to federal, state, and local policies affecting Empower, including advising on critical or emerging issues.
• Drafts testimony and position papers on state and federal policy issues as required.
• Engages with members, stakeholders, and policymakers in public policy efforts, building community and support for Empower’s agenda.
• Creates and manages systems for tracking key issues and policymakers’ information.
• Monitors and responds to federal and state-level compounding legislation and regulation.
• Provides recommendations to the CEO on significant state and federal issues.
• Coordinates federal and state-level advocacy and communication.
• Establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with national and state pharmacy associations.
• Supports the advocacy activities of Empower’s external governmental affairs counsel and associations.
• Serves as a liaison to Federal Legislation and Regulation Committees and appointed task forces or working groups related to federal public policy.
• Leads Empower’s Congressional Compounding Pharmacy Visit Program.
• Collaborates with communications staff to produce web content, policy updates, legislative alerts, position statements, and research reports.
• Educates legislators and policymakers about the scope and impact of pharmacy compounding and policy issues affecting Empower.
• Conducts regular Policy Advisory Calls with Empower Leadership staff.
• Builds and maintains relationships with partner organizations, coalitions, and officials at various levels to advance policy goals.
• Responds to information requests from leadership and policymakers.
• Leads special projects and represents Empower at events, including travel as needed.
• Coordinates grassroots messaging and calls to action.
• Ensures Empower’s public policy activities are well-coordinated, keeping leadership informed about relevant statutory/regulatory changes and trends.
• Prepares and maintains information resources, briefing papers, and updates on legislative and public policy issues.
• Drafts articles for Empower’s website and industry publications.
• Coordinates with Empower’s public relations and marketing teams for cohesive messaging.
• Assists the CEO in establishing relationships and coalitions with entities sharing common interests in compounding.
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

 

While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to remain in a stationary position for a significant amount of the work day and frequently use their hands and fingers to handle or feel in order to access, input, and retrieve information from the computer and other office productivity devices. The employee is regularly required to move about the office and around the corporate campus. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Employee will regularly be exposed to areas in which moving mechanical parts, fumes, toxic chemicals are present. The noise level is the office environment is typically quiet but the employee may occasionally be exposed to loud noises. The noise level for this position will vary and the employee may be exposed to loud noise levels. Employees may occasionally be required to lift up to 25 lbs. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Knowledge and Skills:

• A deep understanding of the pharmacy sector, particularly in compounding and outsourcing facilities, along with familiarity with the pharmaceutical supply chain and its regulatory environment.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate and influence legislative and regulatory processes.
• Proven leadership ability to guide public policy and advocacy efforts, including mobilizing and organizing teams and collaborating with industry partners.
• Strong skills in building and maintaining relationships with government officials, policymakers, industry associations, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to advocate for the company’s interests and negotiate effectively on policy issues.
• A strong alignment with Empower’s vision of expanding access to quality, affordable medication.
• An existing network within government and related industry circles would be beneficial.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability and willingness to travel for various events and meetings.
• Excellent attention to detail in all aspects of work.

 

Key Competencies

• Customer Focus: Ability to build strong customer relationships and deliver customer centric solutions.
• Optimizes Work Processes: Know the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Resourcefulness: Secures and deploys resources effectively and efficiently.
• Manages Complexity: Makes sense of complex, high quality, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments and objectives.
• Situational Adaptability: Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match shifting demands of different situations.
• Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

 

Values

• People: Our people define who we are as a company, and we believe that understanding and addressing the needs of our team, clients, and community is fundamental to fostering a culture of support and growth.
• Quality: Quality stands at the core of our mission, reflecting our commitment to excellence in every medication we produce.
• Service: We are here to serve others. Every interaction with our patients, providers, employees and other stakeholders comes from a place of service.
• Innovation: By continuously exploring new methodologies and embracing technology, we ensure that every solution we offer is at the forefront of pharmaceutical care.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in public policy, Political Science, Law, Healthcare Administration, or a closely related field required. Advanced degree such as a Master’s or Juris Doctor highly preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of related experience in progressively responsible and complex roles in public policy advocacy or equivalent experience in a related field, including policy development, legislative advocacy, and working with government agencies required.

Benefits:

• No-Cost Medication: Get your prescribed compounded medications at no cost, ensuring your health without the financial burden.
• Onsite Health & Wellness – IV Therapy Drips: Rejuvenate with complimentary onsite IV Therapy drips, enhancing your well-being and energy levels.
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Options: Choose from three medical plans tailored to your needs, plus options for dental and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Telehealth visits: Access board-certified Doctors anytime, anywhere for you and your family
• Paid & Volunteer Time Off: Enjoy paid time off for personal pursuits and contribute to causes you care about with volunteer time off.
• Paid Holidays (8 scheduled; 2 floating): Celebrate with eight scheduled holidays and two floating holidays, giving you flexibility and time for personal traditions.
• Life & AD&D Coverage: Secure your and your family's financial future with life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
• FSA (Flexible Spending Account): Manage healthcare expenses smartly with pre-tax dollars in a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• 401K Dollar-for-Dollar Up to 4%: Invest in your future with our 401K plan, featuring a dollar-for-dollar match up to 4%.
• Company Paid Long-Term Disability: Provided at no cost, which replaces 60% of your income if you become disabled for a long period of time.
• Flexible Schedules: Balance work and life seamlessly with our flexible scheduling options.
• Rewards & Recognition Program: Your hard work doesn't go unnoticed – enjoy rewards and recognition beyond your paycheck.

 

Additional Voluntary Benefits

• Accident Insurance: Pays a lump sum benefit to help cover expenses following an accidental injury.
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance: Enhance your peace of mind with supplemental hospital insurance for unexpected stays.
• Critical Illness: Protect your finances from the expenses of a serious health issue.
• Short-Term Disability: Protect your income during illness or injury with short-term disability coverage.
• Supplemental Life & AD&D: Add an extra layer of financial protection for you and your loved ones with supplemental life and AD&D coverage.
• Legal Services: Access professional legal assistance to address concerns confidently.
• Identity Theft Protection: Safeguard your identity and finances with our identity theft protection benefit.
• Pet Insurance: Care for your furry family members with our pet insurance coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling and support services for a holistic approach to your well-being.