ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW:

The American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ACMG) is a national medical organization composed of biochemical, clinical, cytogenetic, medical and molecular geneticists, genetic counselors and other healthcare professionals committed to the practice of medical genetics. The ACMG was incorporated in 1991 to give national representation to providers of genetic services and their patients with genetic disorders and to speak for the emerging specialty of medical genetics in organizations and agencies concerned with medical service, certification, and regulatory issues. The ACMG provides education, resources, and a voice for the medical genetics profession and its mission is to improve health through genetics. The educational and public health programs of the ACMG are dependent upon charitable gifts from corporations, foundations, and individuals through the ACMG Foundation for Genetic and Genomic Medicine.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:

The field of genetics and genomics is a rapidly evolving discipline and ACMG serves as a leading voice for the field. As a member of the ACMG Advocacy and Education team, the Advocacy and Education Director serves as a member of the Medical Genetics Professional Staff and supports advocacy efforts by serving as the liaison between ACMG and Government Affairs Counsel, communicating with Hill staff and regulatory agencies, developing policy statements and drafting materials for ACMG members on policy/advocacy issues.  In addition, this role participates in educational program development by providing guidance on genetics content and supporting the ACMG Education Committee. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Advocacy and Public Policy

• Participates in policy planning and serves as liaison between ACMG and Government Affairs Counsel
• Communicates with Hill staff by email, phone and in person and attends briefings on the Hill and other policy meetings at Federal agencies and NGOs, reporting back to ACMG leadership as appropriate
• Drafts policy documents, including legislative language, special reports
• Prepares written communication for ACMG membership and publications on Policy/Advocacy issues and activities
• Serves as internal and external point person for ACMG on policy issues

Medical Genetics Professional Staff

• Contributes to special projects of the Board, often serving as staff liaison
• Attends all meetings of ACMG and ACMGF Board of Directors
• Serves as a resource to department leaders as requested
• Assists with Media inquiries when requested by the Director of Communications and Public Relations, including provision of background information, resource identification and occasionally communicating directly with members of the Media

EDUCATION

• Participates in educational program development
• Provides guidance on genetics content to Associate Director of Education
• Staff support to ACMG Education Committee
• Provides continuity between ACMG staff and educational activities in ACMG and ACMGF grants and contracts

 ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven and skilled individual with the ability to effectively and efficiently solve problems and create new customer and team opportunities
• Possesses strong work ethic and commitment to customer service
• Exhibits professionalism and strong project management skills including the ability to organize and prioritize and handle multiple tasks to meet multiple competing deadlines and the ability to delegate projects
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite is required
• Ability to work efficiently and independently as well as with a team in a very fast-paced environment, working with a variety of departments and all levels of the organization.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s and Master’s of Science degrees are required
• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Philosophy is preferred
• At least five (5) years of experience in medical genetics, genetic counseling, testing and service delivery
• Two (2) to Four (4) years of public policy experience; understanding of Hill and HHS agencies preferred
• Enthusiasm for the ACMG’s mission to “translate genes into health”

TO APPLY

Please send your resume and cover letter, with salary requirements, and a writing sample in attachment form to hrcoopjobs@nonprofithr.com with the subject line, “ACMG Public Policy Director.”  Only competitive candidates will be contacted and invited to participate in the selection process. No phone calls please.  Applications are accepted until the position is filled.

ACMG Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.