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American Dental Association

Director, Board and House Matters

American Dental Association, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


Who We Are: It all starts with purpose.

We are a purpose-driven nonprofit with a dynamic staff culture. With a meaningful purpose, motivated staff, and excellent benefits, working here will definitely have you smiling! The ADA’s headquarters is located just steps from Chicago’s Magnificent Mile and close to public transportation. With more than 400 colleagues, the ADA Staff are some of the most talented people in the Chicago, Washington D.C., and Maryland area.

We were named a

Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune

in 2019 and 2021!

Come join our team!

Job Responsibilities:

The Director is responsible for oversight of all activities that support the House of Delegates and Board of Trustees. This involves oversight and direct supervision of the managers of the Board and the House. The Director is responsible for decisions which affect all aspects of the Association and balances competing interests in structuring the functioning of the governing bodies.

Must Have:

Bachelors degree

Minimum of 10 years of work experience, including five years of experience in a role demonstrating an increasing level of responsibility and oversight over multiple projects

Some experience managing employees

Some experience working with volunteers and managing large group meetings

Excellent written and oral communication; project management, proof-reading, interpersonal and management skills

Ability to work independently and make decisions within the scope of job responsibilities

Prioritize department activities

Handle confidential and sensitive information discretely

Understand, develop and document procedures and processes

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Able to travel to the Association’s Annual Session (approx. eight days) and participate at an annual session site visit (one to two days) each year

Just a few of the benefits offered to employees:

Promotes Work/Life Balance

Hybrid Work Schedule (2-3 days from home)

Health insurance/ dental reimbursement plan

Ample Paid time off

401(k)

Pension

Flexible Spending Account

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid Parental Leave

Pet Insurance

Student Loan Refinance

2 days off to work at a charity event of your choice

The American Dental Association is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. The American Dental Association is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at recruiting@ada.org.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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