What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Specialist, Governance - House position at American Physical Therapy Association?
Details
Posted : 28-Jan-25
Location : Alexandria, VA
Type : Full Time
Categories : Other
Preferred Education :
4 Year Degree
Title : SeniorSpecialist, Governance-House
Department / Unit : Governance-House / Executive and Administration
FLSA Status : Full-time, Exempt
Location : This position is located onsite at the APTA headquarters in Alexandria, VA
About APTA
Do you want to contribute to an organization dedicated to improving societal health? Would you like to collaborate with colleagues who are passionate about making a difference? Are you excited to work in a new state-of-the-art building designed to encourage movement, participation, and employee health?
Then you want to work for APTA!
APTA is the trusted leader for the physical therapy profession, representing more than , physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, and physical therapy students. Our approximately employees support the association’s mission to build a community that advances the profession of physical therapy to improve the health of society. Learn more in our Association Profile.
Located in Alexandria, Virginia, APTA has outstanding employee benefits, including flexible work schedules, generous retirement contributions, and travel subsidies for employees who choose public and active transportation.
Summary
This position is a key member of the Governance team responsible for supporting APTA’s representative body, the House of Delegates. Reporting to the Director of House Governance, this role requires an individual who can execute on multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines prescribed in our governing documents, and provide strategic input to ensure the continued effectiveness and efficiency of the House. This is a high-profile department and requires the ability to work closely with association leaders, APTA’s senior staff team, and collaborate effectively with staff across the organization. The Senior Specialist will also be an integral member of an initiative to transform the House by to increase its impact and ability to move the profession forward. Supports operational needs for and works with APTA leadership. Seeks out and supports opportunities for continuous quality improvement in department activities. Effective champion of the Association vision, mission, and brand.
Essential Functions
- Manage all operations and logistics of the annual House of Delegates session;
- Support member volunteers serving on House-related committees, councils, and work groups;
- Responsible for tracking updates to association bylaws and policies and leads the regular review process;
- Leads the motion development process in collaboration with the association’s Reference Committee;
- Drafts House scripts, minutes, motion language, manuals, SOPs, and all communications regarding the House;
- Oversees the committee onboarding process ensuring all volunteers are adequately prepared and have completed all required steps;
- Leads onsite and offsite meeting efforts including travel management, meeting logistics, and BEOs;
- Assists the Director with budget development and management;
- Supports the Governance-House of Delegates team in the implementation of the programs, priorities, and projects in partnership with the Association and staff colleagues;
- Prepares, in consultation with the Director, data which supports and aligns with APTA’s strategic plan.
Staff Expectations
Qualifications
