Date Posted:
May 1, 2026
Position Title:
Director Public Policy
Office/Company:
McKesson
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Job Number:
HC-05736
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
Salary:
$127,800 – $213,000
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
We are seeking a knowledgeable and strategic Director of Public Policy to join our team.Collaborate closely with the VP of Public Policy to analyze and influence policy through execution of the corporate public policy strategy.A minimum of seven years of relevant healthcare public policy experience evidenced by both legislative and policy outcomes, preferably within healthcare industry, including HHS and subagencies.
Responsibilities:
• Collaborate closely with the VP of Public Policy to analyze and influence policy through execution of the corporate public policy strategy.
• Monitor and identify potential opportunities and risks in policy proposals and market trends, leveraging AI-enabled policy monitoring tools, data analytics platforms, and digital research workflows.
• Translate policy activities into actionable and measurable initiatives that support the company's business objectives.
• Triage and prioritize policy activities through collaboration, coordination, and communication with Federal and State Government Affairs teams.
• Develop effective communications of public policy implications for senior business leaders and internal networks, generating communications tailored to different audiences without considerable direction.
• Support the development of regulatory and policy comment letters to government agencies and Congress in consultation with internal subject matter experts and external stakeholders.
Qualifications:
• A minimum of seven years of relevant healthcare public policy experience evidenced by both legislative and policy outcomes, preferably within healthcare industry, including HHS and subagencies.
• Experience in healthcare drug pricing, reimbursement, and/or health data, digital, or technology policy preferred.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage complex projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience collaborating with senior leaders and executives in a matrixed organization.
Instructions:
Apply here
Other:
McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category.
