Government Affairs Program Manager

Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid)

Target Candidates: Washington, DC • Northern Virginia • Maryland

Salary Range: $70,000 - $85,000 Base Salary + Up to $10,000 Annual Bonus Potential

Build Your Government Affairs Career in Healthcare

Are you looking for a long-term career in Government Affairs? Do you have experience working with public policy, legislative affairs, advocacy, or lobbying efforts at the state or federal level?

Maxim Healthcare Services is seeking a Government Affairs Program Manager to join our Washington, DC team. This is an exciting opportunity for an early-career government affairs professional who wants to deepen their exposure to healthcare policy while working closely with experienced leaders on state and federal legislative, regulatory, and advocacy initiatives.

We are specifically seeking candidates from the Washington, DC area who understand the pace and environment of Washington policy work and are excited by the opportunity to contribute to meaningful healthcare policy discussions affecting patients and providers nationwide.

Why This Role?

This position is ideal for someone who:

• Wants to build a long-term career in Government Affairs, Public Policy, or Advocacy
• Has experience or exposure to Capitol Hill, state legislatures, lobbying firms, trade associations, advocacy organizations, or government offices
• Enjoys both independent projects and collaborative teamwork
• Is a self-starter who thrives with autonomy and ownership
• Has a genuine interest in healthcare and healthcare policy
• Loves research, writing, and developing compelling policy arguments

What You'll Do

• Develop advocacy materials, policy communications, and data-driven campaigns.
• Research and analyze healthcare legislative and regulatory issues.
• Draft policy memos, white papers, presentations, testimony, and briefing documents.
• Support state and federal legislative and regulatory initiatives.
• Assist with PAC, grassroots, and stakeholder communications.
• Partner with business leaders on policy-related projects and strategic priorities.
• Monitor policy developments and represent Maxim at industry and government affairs events.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Strong written, verbal, research, and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with legislative, regulatory, or public policy processes.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a hybrid work environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and willingness to travel as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Public Policy, Public Health, Political Science, Public Administration, Government Affairs, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in Government Affairs, Legislative Affairs, Public Policy, Advocacy, Lobbying, or a Congressional/State Government office.
• Exposure to Capitol Hill, state legislatures, trade associations, or healthcare policy organizations.
• Interest in healthcare policy, including Medicare, Medicaid, and healthcare regulatory issues.

Why Join Maxim?

This is an opportunity to work directly on healthcare policy issues that impact thousands of patients and providers across the country. You'll gain invaluable exposure to state and federal advocacy efforts while building a rewarding career with a growing healthcare organization.

If you're a Washington-area government affairs professional looking to grow your policy career in healthcare, we'd love to hear from you.

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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.