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anti-racist organization. We value representing California's diversity, and we are committed to providing an environment in which all can thrive. Please read CPCA anti-racist statement and come be part of the journey...

Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) have been oppressed and subjected to brutality for centuries, reinforced with the creation of policies and institutions that are entrenched in a system that perpetuates racial inequity and injustice. What we are reading in the news and seeing in our communities, and what BIPOC individuals continue to experience regularly, is not new. The pervasive and profound effects of racism in health care, as an example, negatively impact social determinants of health and exponentially contribute to poor health outcomes for communities of color. To willfully ignore how white supremacist constructs have marginalized entire groups of people because of the color of their skin is to be complicit. It is the responsibility of the California Primary Care Association (CPCA) to disrupt harmful practices that perpetuate racial injustice and inequality, and we must admit our own complicity and challenge these constructs in our own association.

To that end, and in alignment with our mission to position health centers as key players in the health care delivery system to improve the health of their communities, and in line with the CPCA’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy; CPCA continues in its journey to becoming an anti-racist organization by actively developing new strategies and supporting current policies that address systemic racism within and beyond our organization. We envision ourselves as an association that will create spaces for members across all identity groups to be full participants in decisions that shape the institution and that we are inclusive of diverse cultures, lifestyles, and interests. We take this opportunity to share our espoused values that drive our anti-racist goals, as well as outline our commitments to this ongoing work.

What We Value
CPCA acknowledges that racism is not something that only occurs, or is perpetuated, at the interpersonal level between individuals. Racism exists at the cultural, internal, and institutional levels as well, and with this acknowledgement, we declare the following:

We value and respect all people and their individual contributions, ideas, and cultures, by uplifting the differences in cultural perspectives from all backgrounds, skin color, and national origin.
We value the growth and development of all individuals to be able to meaningfully and authentically interact and develop relationships with people of all backgrounds and cultures.
We value spaces that encourage and support people to share and release internalized harmful beliefs around race and allow themselves to accept and celebrate their value as equal to all other individuals.
We value institutional constructs that treat and assign value to its constituents equally, and we value institutional policies and practices that are designed with the expressed purpose of promoting equity and opportunity.
Finally, we value the grace and forgiveness necessary to support individual growth as each of us strive to center justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.

What We Commit To
Because we hold these values as true, we commit to dismantling workplace inequities by addressing internal racist practices, creating spaces for inclusion and power sharing, building internal systems that promote social and racial justice, and leveraging our anti-racist principals to advance an equitable healthcare delivery system. Specifically, we commit to:

Ongoing internal staff education and support efforts that are specific to anti-racist principals and that do not unduly burden BIPOC staff by requiring them to shoulder the emotional labor of leading such efforts, furthering personal and historical trauma.
Building inclusive internal organizational spaces that are diverse, safe, foster opportunity sharing across staff levels, and value the individual contributions of all staff.
Transforming internal practices that influence the structure and priorities of the organization to ensure they yield anti-racist outcomes. These include but are not limited to hiring/retention/promotion practices (in alignment with our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy), grant and contract procurement, and strategic partnerships.
Ongoing assessment of ways CPCA can enhance its strategies and workplan to implement anti-racist policies and procedures.
Instituting agreements and expectations that ensure our anti-racist values are effectively supported by leadership, extend throughout association work, and hold the Association accountable to achieve our anti-racist objectives.
Fostering external spaces, such as the Supporting Black Communities Workgroup and the Health Equity Taskforce, for our member health centers to take part in these efforts with us and together create a more equitable healthcare system.
Learning from other anti-racist organizations and prioritizing partnerships that align withand support CPCA’s anti-racist objectives.
Finally, we commit to leveraging our anti-racist principals to advance an equitable health care delivery system that reduces health disparities and truly achieves health equity for all.

Deputy Director of Government Affairs - Hybrid Sacramento CA

Sacramento, CA

Full Time

Experienced

Association’s Mission:

California Primary Care Association's mission is to lead and position community clinics, health centers and networks through advocacy, education, and services as key players in the healthcare delivery system to improve the health status of their communities.

Purpose of Position:

The Deputy Director of Government Affairs will help to position CPCA and its affiliate, California Primary Care Association Advocates (“Advocates”) as a California leader in the health care industry and a driver of health equity before the Legislature. The Deputy Director of Government Affairs supports the development, management, and evaluation of legislation that enhances the capabilities of community health centers and consortia in their local health care delivery system as well as advances the work of the Association. In addition to communicating Advocates’ positions on legislative proposals, this position requires analyzing legislative proposals and assessing its relationship to CPCA policy. This position supports the process for establishing official CPCA positions on proposed legislation and coordinating the advocacy strategy on legislation.

Primary Responsibilities:

Research and analyze legislative proposals
Communicate legislative and regulatory information to CPCA members and committees both writing and orally
Write position letters to legislators, legislative and budget committees
Provide testimony at legislative and budget hearings on CPCA’s positions
Develop and maintain effective relationships with CPCA leaders, legislators, legislative staff, and other government officials
Develop strategies to build and maintain identified interest groups and coalitions
Support CPCA governance by contributing, as necessary, relevant information to CPCA’s policymaking bodies
Assist communication and grassroots staff in developing medica and grassroots outreach tools on legislative priorities
Coordinate with other CPCA departments to ensure consistency across the organization
Staff internal CPCA committees, workgroups, taskforces, peer networks, or other governance bodies, as necessary
Staff the Community Health Center Physician Mode of Practice forum
Engage in Advocates activities in collaboration with the Vice President of Government Affairs and the Director of Government Affairs and Political Engagement

Skills and Abilities Required:

Develop a high level of expertise in assigned content areas to provide guidance and technical assistance to staff and Association membership
Ability to manage multiple assignments with minimal supervision
Build and facilitate strong relationships for the purposes of advocacy
Strong speaking and written communication skills
Effective interpersonal and professional skills when engaging with Association membership and Board of Directors, vendors, and partners
Ability to grasp issues quickly and communicate their importance articulately and persuasively to the Legislature
Work collaboratively with senior leadership and multi-departmental teams
Advanced problem solving, critical thinking, organization, and time management
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and web-based applications and platforms

Additional Responsibilities:

Attends and participates in required Association meetings
Reports regularly to Director of Government Affairs and Political Engagement.
Supports the Association’s vision of being an antiracist organization by utilizing JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion) practices in work and relationships.
Travel for national and regional meetings, training and site visits by air and ground transportation.
Support the Association’s mission of being an antiracist organization.
Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree and minimum of 3 years of experience in legislative and or related government activity, political leadership, or equivalent experience preferred. An understanding of healthcare issues in California and how federal policy impacts health-related issues preferred. Experience with community health centers, member-driven associations, or non-profit organizations is also preferred. Experience will be considered in lieu of degree requirement.

Association Expectation:

Due to network security and hybrid work this position requires the employee to have a cell phone with a data plan and home internet service, both are reimbursed at a set rate each month. All hires are required to maintain residence in California. This is a hybrid position with employees coming into the office in downtown Sacramento.

Compensation: $112,130 - $118,726

Total Rewards:

CPCA offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes hybrid work schedule, employer paid medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance for employees. A retirement savings plan with an employer contribution of 5%. A time off package that includes vacation, sick, float-time, and a generous holiday schedule. Employees also have access to an employer sponsored EAP, and various voluntary insurance plans, one that includes pet insurance.

Diversity & Inclusion:

CPCA’s diverse workforce strives to represent California’s diverse population including capabilities, culture, language, experience, and socio-economic background, while also meeting the highest standards and qualifications of our industry.

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