Director, Government Affairs

Empower is a visionary healthcare company committed to providing quality, affordable medication to millions of patients across the nation. We hold the distinguished position of being the largest 503A compounding pharmacy and FDA-registered 503B outsourcing facility in the country serving the functional medicine markets.  

What sets us apart is our relentless focus on four core values: People, Quality, Service and Innovation. Our dedicated team of professionals collaboratively works to break new ground in the fields of manufacturing, distribution and quality control, providing a uniquely integrated approach to healthcare. Leveraging our vertical integration of the pharmaceutical supply chain, state-of-the-art technology, and a commitment to excellence, we are constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible in medication accessibility and affordability.  

You're not just starting a job; you're joining a mission. We believe in empowering our team to innovate, grow, and drive real change in the healthcare industry. If you're a forward-thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, transformative environment, Empower is the place for you. Here, you’ll be encouraged to share your ideas, expand your skill set, and contribute to projects that genuinely make a difference. We prioritize the well-being of our team members, and we offer a supportive and engaging workplace where your contributions are not just recognized but celebrated.

Let’s revolutionize healthcare, together. Join us and be a part of something extraordinary.  

The Director of Government Affairs is a key leader in advancing Empower Pharmacy’s public policy and advocacy efforts, aligning regulatory developments with the organization’s mission to deliver quality, affordable medications. This role fosters collaboration with government entities and stakeholders while driving legislative strategies that promote healthier, happier lives. By championing innovation, service, and quality, the Director ensures Empower remains a leader in healthcare advocacy and access to transformative solutions.

• Develops and executes comprehensive government relations and legislative strategies that align with Empower’s regulatory and public policy objectives, proactively positioning the company as a leader in the industry.
• Continuously monitors, analyzes, and interprets federal, state, local, and international policies affecting Empower’s operations, providing strategic responses, ensuring compliance, and effectively leading internal and external government affairs teams to drive impactful policy outcomes.
• Establishes, strengthens, and maintains high-level relationships with policymakers, regulatory agencies, industry leaders, and advocacy organizations to advance Empower’s legislative priorities and strategic initiatives.
• Delivers timely, data-driven recommendations to leadership on emerging legislative and regulatory developments, drafting detailed position papers, policy briefs, and expert testimony to support Empower’s interests.
• Leads and oversees all public policy initiatives, managing external advocacy teams, coordinating grassroots engagement efforts, and ensuring cohesive, influential messaging that supports Empower’s long-term vision and operational success.

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 workday 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 regularly required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and strategic planning skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of management and build high-performing teams.
• Excellent attention to detail, a deep understanding of federal and state legislative processes, and proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), with demonstrated experience leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) in daily work to drive efficiency, solve problems, and enhance decision-making—adept at integrating AI-powered solutions into all workflows.

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.

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in public policy, legislative advocacy, or government relations, ideally within the pharmacy, pharmaceutical, or healthcare sector; experience in roles with the National Association of Board of Pharmacies and Food and Drug Administration is preferred.
• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Healthcare Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree or Juris Doctor is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience leveraging AI in daily work to drive efficiency, solve problems, and enhance decision-making—adept at integrating AI-powered solutions into all workflows.

We offer comprehensive benefits to support your health, well-being, and future, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, 401(k) matching, wellness perks, IV therapy, and compounded medications. Learn more: https://careers.empowerpharmacy.com/benefits/