Director, Continuing Education Provider Recognition

American Dental Association
life insurance, flexible benefit account, parental leave, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Illinois, Chicago
211 East Chicago Avenue (Show on map)
Feb 18, 2025
Description Who We Are: It all starts with purpose. We are a purpose-driven nonprofit with a dynamic staff culture. With a meaningful purpose, motivated staff, and excellent benefits, working here will definitely have you smiling! The ADA's headquarters is located just steps from Chicago's Magnificent Mile and close to public transportation. With more than 400 colleagues, the ADA Staff are some of the most talented people in the Chicago, Washington D.C., and Maryland area. We were named a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune in 2019 and 2021! Come join our team! Job Responsibilities: The Director, Continuing Education Provider Recognition directs the operations of the ADA Continuing Education Recognition Program, a program which accredits providers of continuing dental education (CE). The director is the lead staff for the program, providing strategic direction and support to the Board of the Commission for Continuing Education Provider Recognition. The director contributes expertise in the formation and implementation of CE recognition policies and standards, researches, analyzes and writes policy reports, and oversees the implementation and day-to-day operations of ADA CERP policies and procedures. The director maintains on-going communication with stakeholders and communities of interest. Must Have: Bachelor's degree or experience in lieu of degree 10 years experience with accreditation or recognition processes for continuing education in the healthcare professions Progressive experience in a healthcare organization, professional membership organization or accrediting agency Experience managing committees Experience with developing and managing budgets In-depth knowledge of quality assurance standards and processes for continuing education in the health care professions, in particular continuing dental and/or medical education Knowledge of association structures, work flow and operational procedures Strong critical thinking and analytic skills Verbal communication, writing, analytical, collaboration, presentation skills A self-starter, results-focused with strong strategic thinking and planning skills Strong interpersonal skills Proficiency in MS Office Travel 3+ times per year to attend annual meeting of ADA House of Delegates; give informational presentations; network with accreditors in other health professions Position may require more than the standard number of hours of work within a workweek; Position may require before or after hours work; Position may require weekend work Nice to Have: Knowledge of organized dentistry Working knowledge of ADA CERP Recognition Standards, or accreditation requirements for CE in other healthcare professions Experience planning and implementing CE activities for health professionals Experience developing and presenting educational/training activities for external and internal stakeholders Just a few of the benefits offered to employees: Promotes Work/Life Balance Hybrid Work Schedule (2-3 days from home) Health insurance/ dental reimbursement plan Ample Paid time off 401(k) Pension Flexible Spending Account Life insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid Parental Leave Pet Insurance Student Loan Refinance 2 days off to work at a charity event of your choice The ADA values a variety of backgrounds and experiences and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified job candidates. The ADA is an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in open positions without regard to race, ethnicity, gender, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, sexual preference or any other characteristic. The American Dental Association is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at recruiting@ada.org Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)