DIrector of Education Services
Position OverviewResponsible for research, planning, design, development, implementation and evaluation of continuing professional education programs, products and activities of the Education Department.
Essential ResponsibilitiesOversee the planning and strategy of NFDA's comprehensive continuing education (CE) programs, services, and products to support educational objectives based on the Strategic Plan.
Education programs include face-to-face conferences, international convention, virtual conferences, online courses, webinars, and print resources such as manuals, textbooks and guides.
Spearhead the development, design, and delivery of continuing education programs.
Work closely with Subject Matter Experts and applicable staff members in the planning, curriculum development, test construction, performance assessment, and content updates for CE events, products and courses.
Initiate research on a mentoring program in collaboration with staff support, utilizing research from general membership and the Meet the Mentors (MTM) Program to determine costs and viability of this offering.
Explore, research and initiate career pathways and road maps for members for their educational journey using existing resources and recommendations for new programs to ensure lifelong learning throughout their professional journey.
This could include a master class offering or bundling and repackaging existing offerings.
Serve as a liaison between Marketing and Education for the Cremation Certification Program (CCP), Arranger Training (AT) and International Professional Achievement Program (IPAC) to ensure website integrity, manual edits, and reprinting.
Responsible for monitoring programs, registration numbers and incorporating testimonials from post-event surveys, if applicable.
Ensure that all education programs and products meet guidelines for approval by those states that mandate continuing education for funeral director licensure.
Oversee the CE application and approval process to ensure timeliness and compliance with state laws.
Supervise three direct reports, Associate Director of Education, Training & Development Manager, and the VP of Services.
Select and recommend keynote speakers for International Convention and Expo and smaller conferences.
Negotiate all speaker fees and terms.
Review and approve speaker contracts to ensure all interests and requirements are met.
In collaboration with internal staff and Subject Matter Experts, plan the Annual Service of Remembrance (SOR).
Coordinate the speakers, music, special props, and AV, etc.
Oversee the collection of names for the SOR video and develop the printed program attendees.
Work with the SOR sponsor for a remembrance gift.
Develop budgets for multiple CE cost centers; monitor expenses and revenue; strategize to achieve budget goals.
Oversee the selection process of all speakers, working with internal staff to ensure offerings are relevant to the industry and reflect the interest of membership.
Write proposals for customized programs and develop pricing for both domestic and international delivery.
Write Letters of Agreement for partnerships with outside organizations in the development and delivery of education programs and negotiate revenue share arrangements.
Collaborate with Marketing Communications Department to develop all content related to CE programs and products on the website.
Review and approve all promotions such as email, advertising, social media, and press releases for education programs and products.
Research, recommend and supervise the use of technologies in the development and delivery of e-learning products including online courses, webinars, virtual conferences and microlearning applications.
Research and identify member training needs and emerging trends in funeral service.
Evaluate all education programs and recommend program modifications or creation of new programs and services based on research and objectives.
In collaboration with the Director of Research, provide Education Department metrics and data for compilation in Board Reports, dashboards and any presentations that require performance and benchmarks.
Perform tasks and assume responsibilities as may be assigned by the CEO, e.
g.
, staff resource to committee or task force.
Participate and contribute to strategic and leadership teams.
Seek and maintain knowledge of current trends and developments in adult learning, funeral service, and the deathcare industry.
Promote and assist in carrying out the Association's mission, vision, and goals in a manner consistent with the Association's stated values.
Exhibit flexible and innovative approaches while performing essential responsibilities and assignments and participating in strategic leadership, management, and special project teams.
All other duties as assigned.
SDL2017 Recommended Skills Adult Education Coaching And Mentoring Construction Curriculum Development Dashboard Financial Management Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Essential ResponsibilitiesOversee the planning and strategy of NFDA's comprehensive continuing education (CE) programs, services, and products to support educational objectives based on the Strategic Plan.
Education programs include face-to-face conferences, international convention, virtual conferences, online courses, webinars, and print resources such as manuals, textbooks and guides.
Spearhead the development, design, and delivery of continuing education programs.
Work closely with Subject Matter Experts and applicable staff members in the planning, curriculum development, test construction, performance assessment, and content updates for CE events, products and courses.
Initiate research on a mentoring program in collaboration with staff support, utilizing research from general membership and the Meet the Mentors (MTM) Program to determine costs and viability of this offering.
Explore, research and initiate career pathways and road maps for members for their educational journey using existing resources and recommendations for new programs to ensure lifelong learning throughout their professional journey.
This could include a master class offering or bundling and repackaging existing offerings.
Serve as a liaison between Marketing and Education for the Cremation Certification Program (CCP), Arranger Training (AT) and International Professional Achievement Program (IPAC) to ensure website integrity, manual edits, and reprinting.
Responsible for monitoring programs, registration numbers and incorporating testimonials from post-event surveys, if applicable.
Ensure that all education programs and products meet guidelines for approval by those states that mandate continuing education for funeral director licensure.
Oversee the CE application and approval process to ensure timeliness and compliance with state laws.
Supervise three direct reports, Associate Director of Education, Training & Development Manager, and the VP of Services.
Select and recommend keynote speakers for International Convention and Expo and smaller conferences.
Negotiate all speaker fees and terms.
Review and approve speaker contracts to ensure all interests and requirements are met.
In collaboration with internal staff and Subject Matter Experts, plan the Annual Service of Remembrance (SOR).
Coordinate the speakers, music, special props, and AV, etc.
Oversee the collection of names for the SOR video and develop the printed program attendees.
Work with the SOR sponsor for a remembrance gift.
Develop budgets for multiple CE cost centers; monitor expenses and revenue; strategize to achieve budget goals.
Oversee the selection process of all speakers, working with internal staff to ensure offerings are relevant to the industry and reflect the interest of membership.
Write proposals for customized programs and develop pricing for both domestic and international delivery.
Write Letters of Agreement for partnerships with outside organizations in the development and delivery of education programs and negotiate revenue share arrangements.
Collaborate with Marketing Communications Department to develop all content related to CE programs and products on the website.
Review and approve all promotions such as email, advertising, social media, and press releases for education programs and products.
Research, recommend and supervise the use of technologies in the development and delivery of e-learning products including online courses, webinars, virtual conferences and microlearning applications.
Research and identify member training needs and emerging trends in funeral service.
Evaluate all education programs and recommend program modifications or creation of new programs and services based on research and objectives.
In collaboration with the Director of Research, provide Education Department metrics and data for compilation in Board Reports, dashboards and any presentations that require performance and benchmarks.
Perform tasks and assume responsibilities as may be assigned by the CEO, e.
g.
, staff resource to committee or task force.
Participate and contribute to strategic and leadership teams.
Seek and maintain knowledge of current trends and developments in adult learning, funeral service, and the deathcare industry.
Promote and assist in carrying out the Association's mission, vision, and goals in a manner consistent with the Association's stated values.
Exhibit flexible and innovative approaches while performing essential responsibilities and assignments and participating in strategic leadership, management, and special project teams.
All other duties as assigned.
SDL2017 Recommended Skills Adult Education Coaching And Mentoring Construction Curriculum Development Dashboard Financial Management Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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