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Shape the Future of Accredited Conformity Assessment Do you have experience in inspection, mechanical testing, or electrical testing? ANAB is seeking a technical professional to join our team as a Manager of Accreditation. Join the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB), the largest multi-disciplinary accreditation body in North America, with offices in Washington, D.C., and Fort Wayne, IN. We partner with government regulators, industry leaders, and organizations worldwide to safeguard health and safety, protect the environment, and uphold the quality of goods and services. Our work supports the development of national and international policies and standards, and we conduct rigorous assessments to ensure our clients meet the highest standards of competence and compliance. At ANAB, professionalism is valued, teamwork is essential, and our employees are leaders. We are proud of our reputation for precision, integrity, and delivering value to our stakeholders.

We are seeking a Manager of Accreditation to join our Inspection, Laboratory, and Related (ILR) business unit. This role is ideal for a technical professional with hands‑on experience in inspection, mechanical testing, or electrical testing, along with a strong understanding of ISO/IEC 17020 inspection body quality systems and/or ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory quality systems. As a Manager of Accreditation, you will manage accreditation activities, lead assessments, work directly with clients and technical experts, and help ensure the integrity and effectiveness of ANAB's accreditation processes. This is an opportunity to apply your technical expertise while working with organizations and professionals across industries and around the world. This position is preferably based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, but remote work will be considered for the right candidate. Candidates must reside within the United States. Overnight travel is required, including both domestic and international travel.

• Manage accreditation programs and customer relationships, ensuring high-quality service and compliance with applicable requirements.
• Plan, coordinate, and lead accreditation assessments of inspection bodies and/or testing laboratories.
• Serve as a technical resource throughout the accreditation process.
• Evaluate assessment results and documentation to support sound accreditation decisions.
• Ensure the integrity, consistency, and impartiality of ANAB's accreditation processes.
• Collaborate with laboratories, inspection bodies, regulatory bodies, assessors, and industry experts to advance conformity assessment practices.
• Maintain strong working relationships with clients and other stakeholders throughout the accreditation process.
• Monitor accreditation activities and timelines to ensure work is completed accurately and efficiently.
• Stay current with applicable standards, regulations, accreditation requirements, and industry developments.
• Contribute to the continual improvement of ANAB's accreditation processes and services.
• Participate in internal audits and external evaluations of ANAB, as applicable.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge and practical experience in inspection, mechanical testing, electrical testing, or a related technical field.
• Accreditation & Quality Systems: Understanding of applicable accreditation standards, quality systems, and conformity assessment principles, including ISO/IEC 17020 and/or ISO/IEC 17025.
• Assessment & Auditing: Ability to plan, conduct, and evaluate assessments and effectively identify and communicate findings.
• Project & Time Management: Ability to manage multiple accreditation activities, projects, deadlines, and priorities while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to analyze complex issues, exercise sound judgment, and develop effective solutions.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to thoroughly review technical and accreditation documentation and identify areas requiring attention.
• Leadership & Collaboration: Ability to lead assessment teams and work effectively with clients, assessors, staff, regulators, and industry experts.
• Communication & Diplomacy: Strong written, verbal, listening, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences while demonstrating respect, decisiveness, and tact.
• Integrity & Impartiality: Demonstrated commitment to ethical conduct, confidentiality, impartiality, and the integrity of the accreditation process.
• Adaptability: Ability to respond effectively to evolving standards, regulatory requirements, client needs, and business priorities.
• Technology: Comfortable learning and working across a variety of electronic business systems and software platforms.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant scientific or technical field. Mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related discipline is strongly preferred.
• 5–10 years of technical experience in inspection, mechanical testing, electrical testing, laboratory operations, or a related field.
• Experience with quality assurance and/or quality management systems, particularly ISO/IEC 17020, ISO/IEC 17025, or related standards.
• Experience managing projects and working with diverse stakeholders.
• Assessment, auditing, or accreditation experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience leading teams, projects, assessments, or other technical activities is preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Comfortable learning and working across a variety of electronic business systems and software platforms used for day-to-day operations, records management, and administrative tasks.
• Ability to manage priorities with minimal direction and work effectively under pressure.
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally, including overnight travel.

Starting salary range: $76,800 – $95,900, based on location, education, experience, and qualifications.

ANAB offers a competitive compensation package, including:

• 403(b) retirement plan with matching contributions
• Generous paid time off plan
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and life insurance options
• Additional optional benefits to support your well‑being

At ANAB, your technical expertise contributes directly to the quality and integrity of accreditation services relied upon by organizations around the world. This is an opportunity to work with diverse industries and technical professionals while developing your expertise in accreditation, conformity assessment, and international quality standards. You will have the opportunity to lead meaningful work, build strong professional relationships, and contribute to the continued development of ANAB's accreditation programs. If you're passionate about technical excellence, working with diverse teams, and advancing the quality and integrity of conformity assessment, we want to hear from you. Join the ANSI National Accreditation Board, where your expertise makes an impact and your work helps shape the industries we serve.

ANSI National Accreditation Board is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

The ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) is the largest multi-disciplinary accreditation body in the western hemisphere, with more than 2,500 organizations accredited in approximately 80 countries. ANAB’s accreditation portfolio includes ISO/IEC 17021-1 management systems certification bodies, ISO/IEC 17025 calibration and testing laboratories and forensic laboratories, ISO/IEC 17065 product certification bodies, ISO/IEC 17020 inspection bodies and forensic agencies, ISO 14065 greenhouse gas validation and verification bodies, ISO 17034 reference material producers, ISO/IEC 17043 proficiency test providers, ISO/IEC 17024 personnel credentialing organizations, and ASTM 2659 certificate accreditation programs. ANAB also provides training on topics related to accreditation standards and conformity assessment. ANAB, which serves a non-profit mission, is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). ANAB has comprehensive signatory status across multilateral recognition arrangements of the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) and International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC). ANAB helps industry and facilitates trade by providing accreditation and training and serving as architects for the conformity assessment structure of industry-specific programs.