Do you have experience leading virtual meetings and programs using platforms such as Zoom or Zoom webinars? Do you enjoy learning new technology, planning, and executing high quality projects? If you have experience with virtual delivery of programs, a passion for project management, and are detail oriented, our e-Learning Specialist role may be a fit for you. Our Education & Credentialing team delivers training opportunities and education focused on the professionals in public works.
Who is APWA? The American Public Works Association (APWA) serves professionals in all aspects of public works by providing innovative education and credentialing opportunities, advocacy for public works initiatives, and a robust professional network for sharing knowledge, resources, and career opportunities.
About the E-Learning Specialist Role:
This position serves as the primary point of contact for the association’s production of live virtual programs—including APWA’s “Click, Listen, and Learn” monthly educational webinars—and of our virtual workshops to include the planning, production, delivery, and speaker development. This position will have several programs in various stages at once so project management skills are a must to ensure that deadlines are met, and the live programs are delivered on time. While there are opportunities for axillary curriculum development projects of e-Courses or live workshops within this position, the primary responsibility of this position is the planning and production of virtual programs with subject matter expert speakers.
What You Will Need to Succeed:
Education: A minimum of an Associates degree and 2+ years of experience working in all or some of the following areas: adult education field, online learning and/or training, collaboration with subject matter experts.
Experience: 3+ years’ experience working knowledge of online training/webinar systems such as Airmeet, WebEx, or Zoom Webinars.
Project Management: Success with prioritizing workload and having flexibility when managing multiple projects with an eye for detail.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication. High proficiency in using all forms of media to deliver a message, and ability to write for and present to a variety of audiences.
Travel: The ability to travel 1-2 times per year, which may include weekend travel.
What Will Differentiate You
Leadership: the desire to take initiative and actively contribute to the team and association
Communication: ability to communicate effectively and professionally with a diverse audience, including current and prospective agencies, leadership, staff, and volunteers.
Commitment to Service: A desire to work with volunteers to support our communities and strive to advance the quality of life for our communities through public works.
Association Experience: previous experience working with or in an association and understanding the customer service needs of members and volunteers.
Why APWA? Check out our benefits!
APWA is proud to be a people-centric workplace, with a key focus on flexibility and work-life balance. We offer remote-hybrid work schedules, 15 days each of paid vacation and family medical leave, 11 paid holidays and the opportunity to have a flexible schedule with alternate Fridays off. We also offer excellent and affordable insurance coverage as well as matching retirement contributions. APWA invests in ongoing growth through employee professional and continuing education opportunities.
We’re proud of the work we do because our work matters. Every role at APWA contributes to advancing the quality of life for others as we support those who operate, improve, and maintain public works and infrastructure. As we serve over 30,000 members (and counting!) across North America, we’re always looking for motivated and inspiring people to join us.
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Employment type
Full-time
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