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Membership Manager (E4122B)

Piscataway, NJ · On-site

CAE - Certified Association Executive Pref Skills and Requirements * Excellent written and oral communication skills * Demonstrated interpersonal skills within and across organizations * Strong ...

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NJ · On-site

$120 - $160/hr

Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Association Executive (CAE) Pref Skills and Requirements * Project management knowledge * Experience creating, editing, and maintaining governing ...

Entranosa Water and Wastewater Association

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Chief Executive Officer CEO

Tijeras, NM · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

Entranosa Water Association is in search of a new Chief Executive Officer. Entranosa Water is ... Supply Certification Level 4 or equivalency. Preference will be given to an East Mountain or ...

Hartman Executive Advisors

MD · On-site

Hartman Executive Advisors was founded with the vision of providing business-focused, vendor ... certifications, finance, fundraising, and digital engagement platforms. The ideal candidate has a ...

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As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for certified association executive in the United States is $93,552.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,000.00 and $120,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Certified Association Executive?

A Certified Association Executive (CAE) is a professional designation awarded by the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) to individuals who demonstrate the knowledge and skills essential to manage and lead associations and nonprofit organizations effectively. Earning the CAE credential requires meeting specific education and experience requirements and passing a comprehensive exam covering association management topics. The CAE is recognized as a mark of excellence and professionalism in the association management field.

What are some common challenges Certified Association Executives face when managing member engagement, and how can they address them?

Certified Association Executives often encounter challenges in maintaining high levels of member engagement, especially in diverse or geographically dispersed organizations. Balancing the needs of different member segments, adapting to new technologies for virtual engagement, and demonstrating the value of membership are common hurdles. Successful CAEs address these by implementing targeted communication strategies, leveraging member feedback to tailor programs, and utilizing digital tools to foster community and connection. Collaboration with dedicated membership and marketing teams is essential to continually refine engagement efforts and ensure the association's offerings remain relevant.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Certified Association Executive, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Certified Association Executive (CAE), you need expertise in association management, strategic planning, and a solid understanding of governance, typically supported by a CAE credential and relevant experience in nonprofit leadership. Familiarity with association management systems (AMS), financial software, and board management tools is commonly required. Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills help you build consensus and drive organizational success. These competencies are crucial for effectively leading associations, ensuring operational excellence, and advancing member value.

What is the difference between Certified Association Executive vs Certified Meeting Professional?

CriteriaCertified Association Executive (CAE)Certified Meeting Professional (CMP)
CredentialsCAE designation, often requiring experience in association management, and passing the CAE examCMP certification, requiring meeting planning experience and passing the CMP exam
Work EnvironmentPrimarily in association management, nonprofit organizations, and industry associationsEvent planning, conference management, and meetings industry
Employer & IndustryAssociations, nonprofits, industry groupsEvent planning companies, hotels, corporate meeting departments

The Certified Association Executive (CAE) and Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) are both professional certifications in the events and association management industry. CAE focuses on leadership and management within associations, while CMP emphasizes expertise in meeting and event planning. Both certifications enhance credibility and career prospects but serve different professional roles within the industry.

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Executive Vice President, AFBA and 5Star Life

Armed Forces Benefits Assoc.

Alexandria, VA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Executive Vice President, AFBA and 5Star Life Insurance serves as a senior executive leader supporting both the Armed Forces Benefit Association and 5Star Life Insurance Company. This position acts as deputy to the President of AFBA and 5Star Life Insurance, providing executive leadership, strategic support, operational oversight, and cross-functional coordination to advance AFBA’s mission and ensure alignment across AFBA and 5Star Life. The role also serves as a knowledgeable resource on life insurance, supplemental health, worksite voluntary benefits, policy administration, claims support, and insurance-related customer and broker service. The position requires strong executive judgment, insurance knowledge, relationship management, attention to detail, and the ability to explain complex policy, benefit, operational, and organizational matters clearly and professionally.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Serve as Executive Vice President for AFBA and 5Star Life Insurance, providing senior leadership, strategic guidance, and enterprise-wide coordination in support of the President and organizational priorities.
  • Act as deputy to the President of AFBA, representing the President as requested, supporting executive decision-making, coordinating key initiatives, and helping ensure effective follow-through across departments and leadership teams.
  • Support AFBA governance, board, committee, member, partner, and stakeholder activities by helping prepare information, coordinate responses, elevate issues, and advance priorities on behalf of executive leadership.
  • Serve as a subject matter resource for 5Star Life insurance products, including life insurance, supplemental health, group, and worksite voluntary benefit offerings.
  • Explain policy provisions, benefit schedules, eligibility rules, coverage limits, exclusions, continuation options, portability provisions, premium requirements, and claims procedures in clear, practical language.
  • Support internal business partners, brokers, employer groups, policyholders, insureds, and beneficiaries, as needed with insurance-related questions and service needs.
  • Coordinate across AFBA and 5Star Life functions to ensure communication, execution, and operational decisions are aligned with the President’s direction, board priorities, member service expectations, and business objectives.
  • Review policy, certificate, rider, enrollment, claims, and administrative documentation for accuracy, completeness, and consistency with contract provisions and company policies and procedures.
  • Assist with claims-related inquiries by helping clarify documentation requirements, coverage provisions, claim status, and next steps while coordinating with claims, operations, compliance, and other internal teams as needed.
  • Partner with Worksite, Distribution, Operations, Claims, Compliance, Legal, Actuarial, Product, and Sales teams to resolve issues and support a strong client and customer experience.
  • Identify trends, recurring service issues, process gaps, or training needs and recommend improvements that strengthen service quality, compliance, and operational efficiency.
  • Maintain accurate and timely records of communications, policy reviews, service requests, claims support, and related follow-up activity.
  • Assist with new product implementation, policy administration updates, process improvements, audits, regulatory inquiries, and quality assurance activities as requested.
  • Demonstrate complete adherence to privacy laws, company privacy guidelines, confidentiality requirements, and standards for safeguarding customer, employee, and business information.
  • Travel to other offices, conferences, meetings, and other events as necessary to accomplish business goals.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, insurance, finance, association management, public administration, or a related field required. Advanced degree preferred.
  • Minimum of 15 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in life insurance, supplemental health, group benefits, worksite benefits, claims, policy administration, customer operations, account management, underwriting, compliance, association management, nonprofit leadership, or a related executive function, including significant executive-level responsibility with a life insurance carrier, association, or member-based organization.
  • Experience in association executive management, including governance support, board and committee relations, member services, strategic planning, executive communications, stakeholder engagement, and implementation of association priorities.
  • Demonstrated experience working with or reporting to Boards of Directors, executive committees, senior officers, or governance bodies in a mission-driven, member-based, nonprofit, association, insurance, or financial services environment.
  • Professional insurance designation or coursework such as ALMI, ACS, FLMI, AINS, CLU, or similar credential.
  • Experience with life, accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, cancer, disability, or other supplemental health insurance products.
  • Experience supporting brokers, employer groups, worksite voluntary benefit programs, or member-based insurance programs.
  • Experience with LifePRO, Salesforce, enrollment platforms, imaging systems, or other insurance administration tools preferred.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn insurance administration, imaging, workflow, CRM, enrollment, or claims systems.


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & COMPETENCIES:

  • Executive presence, discretion, and judgment necessary to serve as deputy to the President of AFBA and to help lead enterprise priorities across AFBA and 5Star Life.
  • Strong understanding of life insurance and supplemental health products, policy language, benefit provisions, claims requirements, and insurance administration processes.
  • Ability to read, interpret, and explain group policies, certificates, riders, benefit schedules, forms, and related insurance documents.
  • Ability to build effective relationships with Boards of Directors, AFBA members, regulators, distribution partners, vendors, executive leadership, and internal teams, and to represent the President and organization with professionalism and sound judgment.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate professionally with brokers, employer groups, insureds, beneficiaries, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
  • Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, follow-through, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Knowledge of insurance compliance, privacy, regulatory requirements, quality assurance, market conduct, or audit support.
  • Ability to foster a culture of integrity, accountability, service excellence, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
  • Exceptional analytical thinking and practical problem-solving. Attention to detail, accuracy, and documentation discipline. Professional discretion and confidentiality.


WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This position will be based in Alexandria, Virginia. The role requires regular collaboration with AFBA and 5Star Life leadership, internal departments, boards, committees, brokers, employer groups, policyholders, insureds, beneficiaries, vendors, and service partners. The position may be asked to represent or act on behalf of the President of AFBA in meetings, communications, initiatives, and follow-up activities. Occasional travel or extended hours may be required during board and committee activities, product launches, renewals, audits, major service initiatives, claims escalations, executive priorities, or project deadlines.

About AFBA and 5Star Life Insurance Company:

The Armed Forces Benefit Association serves members and their families through benefits, services, and support designed for those connected to military, government, and public service communities. 5Star Life Insurance Company is the primary underwriter of AFBA member policies and is also a provider of group and worksite voluntary products. Together, AFBA and 5Star Life serve individuals, organizations, employer groups, and broker partners through products and services designed to support financial protection, customer service, trusted partnership, and mission-driven member support.

Benefits we offer:

  • health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
  • flexible spending accounts (medical and dependent care) 
  • 401k plan with generous employer match
  • paid time off
  • paid holidays (12)
  • life insurance
  • short- and long-term disability insurance
  • employee assistance program
  • professional development & tuition reimbursement
  • career growth opportunities
  • on-site gym and locker rooms (Alexandria, VA office only)
  • friendly, collaborative culture

Qualified people of all races, ethnicities, ages, sex, genders, sexual orientations, national origins, gender identities, marital status, religions, veterans' statuses, disabilities, and any other protected classes are strongly encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity workplace, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. AFBA and 5Star Life Insurance Company endeavors to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of qualified applicants with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If an applicant believes they require such assistance to complete the application or to participate in an interview, or has any questions or concerns, they should contact Human Resources (hr@afba.com). EEO is the Law (Link to external DOL site). AFBA and 5Star Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an E-Verify Employer.

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