About this opportunity
American Dental Association lists this Director, Accreditation Operations opportunity in chicago, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
life insurance, flexible benefit account, parental leave, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
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 in one of Chicago's most iconic buildings, designed by a world-renowned architectural firm, and is close to public transportation. With more than 350 colleagues, the ADA Staff are some of the most talented people in the Chicago, Washington D.C., and Boston area.
We were named a 2024 Best-in-Class Employer By Gallagher and Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune in 2019 and 2021! Come join our team!
Job Responsibilities:
The Director Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) Operations is responsible for providing leadership and oversight for the operational activities of the Commission. This role ensures that Commission functions, governance processes, and supporting operations are executed effectively, consistently, and in compliance with applicable policies, accreditation requirements, and regulatory standards. The Director serves as a key operational leader, supporting CODA's mission through oversight of meetings, projects, training, complaint management, records retention, and brand stewardship.
Must Have:
10 years of experience in higher education, healthcare, nonprofit or regulatory organization.
Demonstrated experience supporting a volunteer governance body and overseeing stakeholder initiatives
Experience managing complex operational processes, compliance functions, or complaint resolution systems
Familiarity with accreditation regulations, governance processes, and peer-review processes
Understanding of document retention, records management, and confidentiality requirements
Familiarity with HIPAA compliance requirements and privacy practices
Proficiency in operational planning, process improvement, and project management
Excellent verbal communication, writing, facilitation, analytical, negotiation, collaboration, prioritization, and presentation skills
Must be influential, a self-starter, results-focused, and strategic
Travel 3+ times per year, 1-3 nights per trip, for stakeholder conferences, support CODA meetings, or professional development opportunities
Position may require before and after-hours work
Nice to Have:
Master's or Doctoral level degree in in education, health administration, dental
Knowledge of dentistry, higher education administration, and professional volunteers with advanced education
Knowledge in change management and transformational and servant leadership
Just a few of the benefits offered to employees:
Promotes Work/Life Balance
Hybrid Work Schedule (2-3 days from home)
Ample Paid time off
401(k)
Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance
Pet Insurance
Student Loan Refinance
2 days off to work at a charity event of your choice
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Worksite address
chicago, IL, 60290, US
Who can apply
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