Policy Fellow at Methodist Healthcare Ministries

San Antonio, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Oct, 26

Salary

58656.0

Posted On

12 Jul, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Policy Research, Healthcare Advocacy, Legislative Analysis, Technical Writing, Public Policy, Stakeholder Engagement, Critical Thinking, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Policy Development, Health Equity, Analytical Skills, Presentation Skills, Project Management, Bilingual Spanish, Regulatory Tracking

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

ROLE OVERVIEW & RESPONSIBILITIES POSITION SUMMARY The Policy Fellow is a full-time, 12-month fellowship role within Methodist Healthcare Ministries’ Policy & Advocacy Department, designed to develop emerging public policy and healthcare advocates. The Fellow supports all stages of the legislative and regulatory process, including research, policy development, advocacy, and implementation, with a focus on advancing health equity in Texas. SALARY $58,656 (plus benefits) SCOPE AND IMPACT * Supports statewide and federal policy and advocacy efforts aligned with MHM’s strategic priorities * Contributes research and policy recommendations that inform organizational strategy and leadership decision-making * Fellowship operates at 40 hours per week and includes significant engagement during the Texas Legislative Session (odd-numbered years) * No budget authority; project work may influence state or federal policy outcomes DECISION-MAKING AUTHORITY Works under the direction of the Director of Policy & Advocacy and department leadership. Exercises independent judgment in conducting research, drafting policy materials, and developing recommendations, with regular guidance, feedback, and approval from leadership. INTERACTIONS / WORKING RELATIONSHIPS * Internal: Policy & Advocacy Department, MHM leadership team, and other internal stakeholders (ongoing) * External: Community partners, healthcare stakeholders, coalition partners, legislative offices, regulatory agencies, and national policy organizations (frequent) * Participates in bi-weekly mentorship meetings with department directors ---------------------------------------- ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Conduct policy research and analysis within an identified policy area at the state and federal level (30%) * Draft advocacy and policy materials including fact sheets, reports, position papers, presentations, newsletters, advocacy alerts, and coalition letters (20%) * Monitor and track legislative hearings, regulatory agencies, and coalition meetings; prepare timely notes, summaries, briefs, and reports (15%) * Design and complete a capstone research project proposing a legislative or regulatory solution aligned with MHM priorities and equity principles (15%) * Assist with planning, scheduling, and participation in legislative and advocacy meetings, events, and coalition activities (10%) * Conduct outreach to community partners, healthcare stakeholders, and elected officials related to healthcare and policy initiatives (5%) * Present research findings and policy recommendations to senior and executive leadership (5%) ---------------------------------------- SUPERVISORY OR LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES This position does not supervise others. ---------------------------------------- QUALIFICATIONS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED) * Education: Enrolled in or recent completion (within the last two years) of a Master’s or Doctoral program from an accredited institution * Licenses/Certifications: None required * Experience: * Demonstrated interest in public policy, healthcare advocacy, and legislative processes * Research, analytical, and writing experience through academic or professional work * Other Required Skills/Knowledge: * Strong analytical, organizational, and critical-thinking skills * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace * Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, actionable policy insights PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS * Graduate degree in Public Health, Public Policy, Political Science, Health Administration, or a related field * Experience working with underserved populations or addressing health disparities * Experience with legislative sessions, advocacy organizations, or policy research * Spanish bilingual proficiency ---------------------------------------- KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAS) * Collaboration and relationship-building across diverse stakeholders * Policy analysis and applied research skills * Problem-solving and critical thinking * Professional writing and presentation skills * Time management and ability to manage multiple priorities * Ability to apply an equity lens to policy development and analysis ---------------------------------------- LANGUAGE SKILLS * Fluent in English (required) * Spanish bilingual strongly preferred ---------------------------------------- TECHNOLOGY AND TOOLS * Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) * Google Workspace * Internet-based research tools and databases * Presentation and reporting tools ---------------------------------------- WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS * Work Setting: Corporate office environment with regular community, legislative, and advocacy settings; primarily on-site with travel * Travel Expectations: Up to 25%, including Austin during legislative sessions and occasional travel to Washington, DC; some evenings, weekends, and holidays required * Physical Requirements: * Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and move for extended periods * Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds

Responsibilities

The Policy Fellow supports legislative and regulatory processes to advance health equity in Texas through research and advocacy. Key duties include drafting policy materials, monitoring legislative hearings, and completing a capstone research project.