Our company provides full-service management to trade and professional associations, as well as specialized services including non-profit financial management and event coordination. We are seeking a full-time Associate Director/Director of Certification & Standards to support our account executives for two trade associations.

Primary Responsibilities:

• ANSI Standards Development Management: liaise with standards bodies such as ANSI and NFPA, maintain policy, procedure and documentation for all phases of ANSI standards development.
• Certification Program Management: oversee administration of certification and professional designation programs.
• Database Management: Assist in maintaining multiple client membership databases using a content management system / association management system, Your Membership (YM). This includes updating client contact information as it pertains to committees, pulling reports as requested, etc.
• Committee Management: Liaise with and provide support to volunteer committees and boards (i.e. facilitating calls via web conferencing, taking minutes, etc.)
• Publication Coordination: Journal and newsletter production coordination.
• Perform general administrative support as needed and additional projects/duties as assigned.
• Meetings will require out of state travel approximately four times a year.

About the Company:

We are a growing Association Management Company in Forest Hill, MD, with opportunities for advancement and we promote a collaborative, team-oriented workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Our differences fuel excellence and we strive to create an environment where every individual is valued and feels empowered to bring their full, authentic self to work. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Benefits:

Benefits include paid vacation and sick days, health insurance (employer pays 93% of premium for individual coverage), dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, retirement plan match, additional voluntary benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and professional development support.

Applying for this position:

Please provide a cover letter, when applying for this position.

No phone inquiries will be accepted.

Education & Experience – A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. Experience working with volunteers and non-profits a plus.

Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Past experience managing compliance to ANSI Standards development/maintenance requirements.
• Past experience administering professional certification/designation programs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including technical writing.
• Ability to manage multiple projects at once and move projects ahead efficiently in a deadline-driven environment.
• High degree of organization and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Exceptional customer service attitude.
• Possess a positive, team-player attitude.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds and ability to stand for 8-12 hours/day at meetings.

Travel – All staff who travel/attend meetings are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, in addition to following all safety protocols onsite and per state/local guidelines.

Job Location – This is predominantly a telecommuting position.