Director, Regulatory Affairs – Payer Policy

🕒 May 27

🏛️ District of Columbia, Washington – Remote

🏛️ District of Columbia – Remote ☕ Washington – Remote

💵 $113.5k - $174k / year

⏰ Full Time

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American Psychological Association

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501 - 1000 employees

Founded 1892

🤝 Non-profit

📚 Education

🔬 Science

Non-profit • Education • Science

American Psychological Association is a leading nonprofit professional organization that advances psychological science, practice, education, and public understanding to benefit society and improve lives. It publishes scholarly journals and APA Style resources, maintains extensive research databases, offers continuing education and accreditation, provides member services and networking, and advocates for psychology-informed policy and practice. APA also hosts conferences, issues standards and guidelines, and produces public-facing content on mental health, research, and professional development.

📋 Description

• Demonstrates advanced ability to work both independently and collaboratively with regulators, policymakers, consultants, payers, and other high‑level professionals • Serves as a trusted expert representing the Association’s interests in the development, interpretation, and implementation of federal, state, and commercial health care regulations affecting psychological practice • Effectively communicates and engages with APA members, governance groups, boards and committees, external stakeholders, and APA staff across units and levels • Translates complex regulatory and policy issues into clear, actionable guidance that supports informed decision‑making across the Association • Conducts comprehensive analysis of federal, state, and commercial insurance regulations related to psychology and broader health care policy • Leads the development of coordinated, multi‑pronged strategies to respond to proposed and final agency rules, ensuring APA’s positions are evidence‑based, persuasive, and aligned with organizational priorities • Prepares formal comment letters and regulatory submissions on behalf of the Association to advance psychologists’ visibility, roles, and reimbursement within federal and state programs • Collaborates with internal partners to create member education resources, training materials, and communication tools that help psychologists navigate evolving policies and regulatory requirements • Responds to inquiries from members, divisions, and State, Provincial and Territorial Psychological Associations concerning federal, state, and commercial insurance programs and health policy issues • Provides timely, expert guidance that supports advocacy, compliance, and practice needs across the field • Advises and consults with APA staff on regulatory and health policy matters to strengthen the role of psychologists across federal, state, and commercial payer systems • Proactively identifies opportunities to influence program design, reimbursement structures, and regulatory frameworks to expand psychologists’ participation in health care systems • Responds to requests for federal and state regulatory analyses; assists, advises, and educates SPTAs, APA members, divisions, and governance on key policy developments, trends, and strategic implications • Supports broader Association initiatives and emerging priorities, contributing expertise to cross‑functional projects, strategic planning efforts, and member‑facing programs as assigned

🎯 Requirements

• J.D. or Master's Degree in a health-related field (MPH, MPA, etc.) • 8 years’ experience in federal regulatory analysis, health insurance adjudication, and health policy • Strong advocacy skills and prior federal or state lobbying experience • Strong communication skills and ability to develop relationships with key partners across industry • High degree of professionalism, discretion, and diplomacy; well-developed interpersonal skills • A collaborative working style; and excellent judgment • Demonstrable expertise in understanding federal and state health care systems, health policy, and health care regulations • Understanding in psychological practice a plus • Problem-solving and growth-oriented mindset; the ability to prioritize and reprioritize work • Ability to solve complex problems • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, email programs, virtual meetings, and federal and state agency technology interface

🏖️ Benefits

• Remote Work/Flexible Scheduling • 401(k) option with employer match of up to 4% • Medical, dental, and vision insurance options • Outpatient mental health benefit • Paid personal/vacation time plus 12 paid holidays • Family/Medical Leave • Tuition assistance • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Short- and long-term disability insurance • Generous employee benefits program