What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dir, Leadership Development & Volunteer Management position at The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)?
Job Details
Description
I. Purpose
The purpose of this position is to direct the functions and operations of Leadership Development Programming, Volunteer Management, and Awards Programming for ASHA’s Association Governance Operations Team. Further, the incumbent directs special projects and new initiatives related to leadership development, volunteers, and awards and makes recommendations for enhancements to programming in these areas. The incumbent may also oversee projects assigned by the Senior Director, Association Governance Operations.
II. Key Responsibilities
IV. Autonomy & Decision Making
The incumbent is coached by the Senior Director Association Governance Operations and is able to use initiative and discretion to pursue position. The incumbent recommends and justifies course(s) of action and implements final decisions. Work is evaluated to see if desired outcomes were achieved and if behaviors that support the desired culture in the National Office were exhibited.
Qualifications
V. Qualifications & Skills
At ASHA, we believe in working together to make well-informed decisions that will advance the association and the discipline of human communication sciences and disorders; teamwork is vital to achieving our mission, vision, and maximizing impact. As committed stewards of the organization, we care deeply about our professions, members, and staff, and building a strong and welcoming community. We strive to ensure that everyone's voice is heard and valued. We are dedicated to helping each other grow and innovate by encouraging open communication and continual learning. Our focus is on delivering excellent service and value to members, advancing equity, and promoting diversity, inclusion, and the power of science and research.
VII. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
ASHA is an equal opportunity employer. As such, it is ASHA’s policy to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard for race, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, religion, marital status, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation or LGBT status, genetic information, citizenship, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ASHA's Bylaws. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation and benefits, upward mobility, training and development, access to facilities, termination, and other personnel actions.
VIII. Disclaimer
This job description reflects the primary responsibilities of the job but is not a detailed description of all duties which may be required of someone in the position. All ASHA staff are expected to take on additional responsibilities from time to time and to help their colleagues.
Description
I. Purpose
The purpose of this position is to direct the functions and operations of Leadership Development Programming, Volunteer Management, and Awards Programming for ASHA’s Association Governance Operations Team. Further, the incumbent directs special projects and new initiatives related to leadership development, volunteers, and awards and makes recommendations for enhancements to programming in these areas. The incumbent may also oversee projects assigned by the Senior Director, Association Governance Operations.
II. Key Responsibilities
- Oversee all leadership development, awards programming and volunteer programs administered by the Association Governance Operations Team.
- Advise and coordinate work groups of professional and support staff in the execution of leadership development, awards and volunteer programs.
- Conceive, implement, and evaluate new initiatives and project plans to strengthen, facilitate and integrate leadership development, awards and volunteer management throughout the association.
- Conduct ongoing needs assessment and establish strategies for addressing identified gaps.
- Serve as ex officio to appointed committees and groups, including, but not limited to the Committee on Honors.
- Hire, orient, coach and evaluate staff including the Program Manager, Association Governance Operations.
IV. Autonomy & Decision Making
The incumbent is coached by the Senior Director Association Governance Operations and is able to use initiative and discretion to pursue position. The incumbent recommends and justifies course(s) of action and implements final decisions. Work is evaluated to see if desired outcomes were achieved and if behaviors that support the desired culture in the National Office were exhibited.
Qualifications
V. Qualifications & Skills
- Knowledge typically acquired through:
- 5 to 7 years of progressively responsible work experience in administration and management; 4-5 years of work experience in a professional association
- Minimum bachelor's degree preferred in Leadership Development/Organizational Development
- Certified Association Executive (CAE) preferred.
- Skills
- Supervisory experience
- Excellent writing, proofreading and editing skills
- Familiarity with software programs (e.g., MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Microsoft Office, netForum, LineUp) and databases
- Knowledge about Leadership Development programming
- Proven ability to organize and prioritize multiple complex projects and tasks.
- Proven ability to independently identify and manage sensitive and confidential matters.
- Proven ability to lead projects and work teams to accomplish projects and to work cooperatively with staff and volunteers.
- Well-developed oral and written communication skills for interacting with members, volunteer leadership and outside groups/individuals in formal (e.g., contractual) and informal (e.g., mail/e-mail correspondence) contexts.
- Well-developed interpersonal and team-facilitation skills
- Demonstrated commitment to creating and maintaining a high performing team.
At ASHA, we believe in working together to make well-informed decisions that will advance the association and the discipline of human communication sciences and disorders; teamwork is vital to achieving our mission, vision, and maximizing impact. As committed stewards of the organization, we care deeply about our professions, members, and staff, and building a strong and welcoming community. We strive to ensure that everyone's voice is heard and valued. We are dedicated to helping each other grow and innovate by encouraging open communication and continual learning. Our focus is on delivering excellent service and value to members, advancing equity, and promoting diversity, inclusion, and the power of science and research.
VII. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
ASHA is an equal opportunity employer. As such, it is ASHA’s policy to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard for race, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, religion, marital status, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation or LGBT status, genetic information, citizenship, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ASHA's Bylaws. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation and benefits, upward mobility, training and development, access to facilities, termination, and other personnel actions.
VIII. Disclaimer
This job description reflects the primary responsibilities of the job but is not a detailed description of all duties which may be required of someone in the position. All ASHA staff are expected to take on additional responsibilities from time to time and to help their colleagues.
