Program Administrator, Professional Advancement & Government Engineers
American Society of Civil Engineers
Application
Details
Posted: 09-Aug-24
Location: Reston, Virginia
Type: Full Time (Remote & In Office)
Categories:
Administrative, Clerical, Support
Chapter Relations
Project Management/Program Development
The American Society of Civil Engineers is seeking a motivated individual to join our team as a Program Administrator supporting staff and volunteer activities for ASCE's Government Engineer Council (GEC), and the Committee on Professional Career Growth.
We are looking for someone who is team-oriented and possesses excellent communication, organizational, and people skills. This role will play a vital part in developing and delivering value to ASCE government engineer members and supporting the professional (non-technical) skills development of civil engineers. ASCE members benefit from an energized community of peers and world-class resources, which this role will continue to build.
Responsibilities include:
Serving as staff contact for the Government Engineers Council (GEC), its constituent committee, Peer Review for Public Agencies Committee (PAPRC), and their constituents, subcommittees, and project teams
Provide technical and administrative support and guidance
Facilitate collaboration and communication with other ASCE entities and staff
Inform and equip to accomplish goals and strategies
Help the GEC determine where areas of opportunities exist
Support the committees in accomplishing their goals and strategies
Administering public agency peer reviews
Recruit reviewers and track their training and qualifications
Prepare proposals and contracts, schedule, coordinate, and administer peer reviews
Identifying and promoting volunteer opportunities unique to government engineers
Serve as staff contact for the Committee on Professional Career Growth (CPCG), a constituent committee of the Committee on Professional Advancement (CPA), and its constituents, subcommittees, and project teams. Plan the logistics of programs including schedule, correspondence, and virtual/in-person event management.
Coordinate and participate in monthly committee meetings (web and face-to-face)
Update committee rosters, send committee appointment letters, and certificates to outgoing members
Set and execute yearly goals/strategies in collaboration with the committee.
Supporting the projects and activities of the Committee on Professional Advancement (CPA) and its other constituent committees, as assigned.
Maintaining and continually improving the professional practice content on the ASCE website
Assisting in the development of professional practice programs
Manage multiple email accounts
The ideal candidates will have:
A two-year or four-year degree in a related field or equivalent work experience
2 - 4 years corporate or association/non-profit or community organization experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Exceptional organizational and time-management abilities
Proficiency in using web collaboration, survey, and scheduling tools
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Adeptness at building and maintaining relationships with diverse groups of people
Sound judgment, confidentiality, and discretion
If you are a highly motivated individual with excellent communication, organizational, and people skills, and you are passionate about making a positive impact, we encourage you to apply.
ASCE is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and volunteers. We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team - one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results. All qualified candidates including historically excluded individuals, protected veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
This position has hybrid work from home flexibility.
To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and why you are interested in this role.
Founded in 1852, the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) represents more than 150,000 members of the civil engineering profession worldwide, and is America's oldest national engineering society. ASCE's vision is to position engineers as global leaders building a better quality of life.