NRPA believes in the power of parks and recreation to increase the health, wellness, vitality and resilience of communities everywhere. Rooted in social equity, NRPA advocates on behalf of all people, delivering funding, resources and innovative solutions to the issues impacting our communities.

The Senior Manager of Education oversees the production of annual conference education and in-person seminars such as partner schools and the NRPA Directors School. Producing the curriculum for conference requires coordination with the meetings team, education committee, and other internal stake holders to identify, schedule and handle other logistics required to produce successful conference education events. This individual is responsible for managing the curricula, budgets, faculty, and logistics of delivering in-person schools on a variety of topics. The Senior Manager of Education role also acts as liaison to AAPRA regarding the management and administration of the Gold Medal and Hall of Fame contracted programs.

Salary: $60,000 - $65,000 range. Salary requirements are required with submission.

Required Materials and Application Process: Applicants without the following required materials may not be considered for this position:

Resume

Cover Letter detailing your background and description how your experience and education meet the qualifications (limit 2 pages).

Applicants will first be evaluated on the completeness and qualifications of application materials. Qualified applicants will then be invited for a phone screen and selected applicants will be invited to an in-person interview. Finalists will be required to complete a sample writing activity and submit references for a reference check. The interview process is scheduled to begin the first week of October.

Who May Apply: This position is open to all qualified applicants.

NRPA values diversity, equity and inclusion and we are committed to integrating these core values more deeply into all elements of our daily work. NPRA is an equal opportunity employer and highly encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, ethnic minorities, new Americans (immigrants and refugees), LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, native people, and veterans.

Specific Responsibilities Include:

Leads and produces the Annual Conference educational programming from selection through to delivery in coordination with the NRPA member committees and internal stakeholders, encouraging innovation and quality program development.

Identifies, recruits, and secures cutting-edge or outstanding subject matter experts to serve as speakers for Annual Conference, NRPA and partnered schools, and events.

Assures marketing and communication efforts for conferences and schools align with the strategic mission of both the educational programs and NRPA.

Manages meetings and provides operational support in producing quality educational experiences in NRPA and partner schools.

Maintains data integrity of enrollment, credits earned, and evaluation data for continued assessment of program quality and effectiveness.

Develops and maintains partnerships and alternative revenue sources that further support the schools and their attendees.

Act as a liaison for NRPA to the Academy of Park and Recreation Administrators to provide operational assistance for the Gold Medal and Hall of Fame awards.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or continued education equivalent preferred.

Experience. 3-5 Years of equivalent association experience preferred.Specific skills.

An understanding of adult learning required. Customer service, event management, and organizational skills a plus.

Candidate Work Style

Excels in dynamic, fast-paced work environment.

Self-directed and detail-oriented with a collaborative and professional team spirit to contribute to a collegial, team-oriented environment.

Willing to travel up to 10-15% per year.

Discover the Benefits at NRPA!

NRPA has been named a Top Workplace by The Washington Post every year since 2014. To promote healthy lifestyles, at work and away, we have established programs like Teleworking, FlexTime Schedules, 37.5-hour work-week, Employee Assistance Programs, Educational Assistance Programs, Lunch-and-Learn sessions, and more. Situated on park land, our Ashburn, Virginia campus boasts a warm professional environment, with a relaxing and peaceful view of nature at its finest! The space offers indoor & outdoor eating areas, as well as indoor & outdoor fitness opportunities, including an air-conditioned fitness room with access to showers, as well as foot trails for the outdoor enthusiast. NRPA also maintains office space in Washington, D.C. for its D.C.-based staff that is centrally located and convenient to the blue, orange, silver and red subway lines.