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Position Summary The Senior Manager of Professional Development is responsible for initiating and managing programs that provide structured learning to the HVAC&R market. These programs may include instructor-led courses in both classroom and online settings; computer-based instruction, both instructor-led and on-demand; and textbook publications for self-instruction. The manager's efforts should result in the delivery of high-quality educational content that meets scheduling and fiscal objectives. Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe essential functions include, but are not limited to the following: Identify market needs for education/professional development, including courses and programs in support of ASHRAE's certification programs.Oversee the development and presentation of content for ASHRAE Learning Institute courses and programs, including the development of and communication of value propositions for use in marketing and promotion.Aggressively pursue revenue-generating opportunities to increase net income for educational courses and programs, including the tracking of promotional efforts conducted by marketing staff.Investigate options for content development and specialized delivery mechanisms and contract with vendors for these services.Evaluate the success of presentations and courses and make improvements to processes and procedures as appropriate.Cooperate with the Certification Section in the development of systems for the effective maintenance and auditing of professional development hours/continuing education units.Develop and promote courses and programs to support ASHRAE certification efforts to assist individuals in preparing for and maintaining ASHRAE certifications.Establish budget and fiscal objectives for professional development programs and educational products and monitor fiscal performance.Interact with staff in other departments and sections – such as special publications, publishing services, electronic communications, marketing, public relations, customer service, accounting, and meetings – to execute product delivery and product promotion.Supervise, mentor, and motivate assigned staff, ensuring that Society policies are followed and objectives as determined by the Department Director are achieved.Communicate with and provide support to ASHRAE's Training and Development Committee.Undertake other projects assigned by the Department Director. Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)Bachelor's degree Minimum of 7 years' experience in developing, implementing, and evaluating continuing education programs Must be skilled in:needs assessmentprogram development meeting planningelectronic communication and product delivery fiscal managementstaff supervisionMinimum 3 years' experience in association management. Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those required of an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use their hands or fingers and handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.  NoteThis job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" relationship. ASHRAE is an Equal Opportunity Employer, a drug-free workplace, and complies with applicable ADA regulations.