Date Posted:
May 12, 2026
Position Title:
Associate Director of Policy
Office/Company:
California Association of Public Hospitals and Health Systems (CAPH)
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Job Number:
HC-06497
Reports To:
Location:
Oakland, CA
Contact:
Salary:
$115,000–$135,000
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
The California Association of Public Hospitals and Health Systems (CAPH) represents the state’s 17 public health care systems, forming the core of California’s health care safety net.Lead policy portfolio, Issue-specific collaboration, External representation, Member and board communication, Public health system expertiseAdvanced degree in public policy, public health, public administration, or a closely related field is preferred.
Responsibilities:
• Lead work on a portfolio of state and federal policy issues on behalf of CAPH and its members.
• Lead and/or participate in issue-specific teams to advance policy work, collaborate with colleagues, and provide input, analysis, and expertise on assigned issue areas.
• Represent CAPH at stakeholder forums, informational and legislative briefings, and other external convenings.
• Inform members and CAPH’s Board of Directors on key policy developments through presentations, memos, and written updates.
• Acquire and maintain proficiency in public health care system financing, operations, and care delivery, and apply this knowledge to inform policy work.
Qualifications:
• Minimum of 5 years of health policy experience.
• Strong knowledge of Medicaid/Medi-Cal required.
• Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships in a variety of policy and advocacy settings.
• Experience analyzing policies, developing strategies to support, oppose, or advance changes, and advancing those strategies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Instructions:
Email [email protected]
Other:
CAPH/SNI are committed to advancing equity and are deeply committed to racial, cultural, and ethnic diversity.
