Director Of Education Jobs

Position Overview:

Develops, directs, implements, and evaluates CPRS’s education program.Serves as both an internal and external champion for educational programming produced by CPRS Headquarters, as well as our Regions, Districts and Sections.This position is a key player in continually seeking new and innovative methods to fulfill CPRS Board stated ENDs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the CEU program including all related application, approval and reporting processes.
• Maintain education webpages, calendar, and conference site; assist CPRS Regions, Districts and Sections in utilizing CPRS technology for online registration processes.
• Develop, direct, and manage the CPRS Resource Library; curate content that is responsive to member needs, outlines impactful trends and inspires innovative solutions.
• Develop, direct, and manage all aspects of the CPRS Conference & Expo Education Team; assist all other Conference & Expo Teams to ensure a high-quality experience for all involved.
• Develop and manage the budget for all education programs and services; identify and diversify revenue opportunities generated by education programs.
• Develop, direct, and manage all aspects of a quality education program for members of CPRS utilizing multiple methods of service delivery and through strategic partnerships.
• Effectively recruit, manage, and engage volunteer leaders where appropriate and useful within education program delivery.
• Perform, evaluate, and implement education needs assessments; provide recommendations to the Leadership team for program additions/deletions/changes.
• Serve as a key member of the CPRS Leadership team, helping to develop, implement and evaluate CPRS goals, objectives, policies, and procedures while fulfilling Board stated ENDs.
• Effectively recruit, hire, train, supervise and coach education staff member(s).

Key Qualifications:

• Position requires some travel via personal vehicle or other modes of public transportation.
• Skilled in the development of adult learning experiences using multiple methods of service delivery.
• Advanced PC proficiency coupled with desire and ability to learn new software as required.
• Skilled in project and budget management.
• Bachelor’s degree with major course work in education, business administration, public administration, association management or related field.
• Position requires willingness and ability to work outside/beyond traditional work hours on occasion.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience managing education programs in a member-driven organization.
• California driver’s license is required.

Key Attributes:

• A high degree of emotional intelligence and self-awareness; strong customer orientation; excellent communication skills.
• Ability to perform duties with initiative, persistence, creativity, integrity, good judgement, tact, and courtesy.
• Flexibility, adaptability; able to work on a wide variety of tasks independently and in a team structure.
• Ability to relate in a positive manner with a variety of personality types and maintain composure in a fast-paced working environment.
• The ability to facilitate dialogue and engage members, volunteers and partners in the success of CPRS.
• A commitment to continuous learning and reflection; desire and capacity to position self and CRPS as a thought leader.

Compensation:

Salary range begins at $80,000 annually

Benefits include:

• Flexible work hours with some ability to work remotely
• PTO/Vacation/Sick time
• Health, Dental, Life insurance for employee and family
• Employer Provided Pension fund, 401K personal contribution plan

To apply, please provide a cover letter and resume expressing your interest in this position to [email protected] with “CPRS Director of Education” in the subject line.Deadline to apply is May 26, 2023.