| The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) is seeking an independent contractor to serve as Executive Director. THE ORGANIZATION Recognizing the critical role veterinary technicians play in the day-to-day function of veterinary practices, as well as their vital role in preserving animal health and welfare; NAVTA was formed in 1981 with the goal of allowing veterinary technicians to provide input on national issues involving the veterinary profession. Since then, NAVTA has continued to grow and achieve many successes including the declaration of National Veterinary Technician Week; the formation of the Committee on Veterinary Technician Specialties; creation of a national veterinary technician representative network; creation of The NAVTA Journal; the development of a scholarship program and much, much more. The Association provides continuing education for veterinary technicians and related professionals and is involved in advocacy of the profession around the nation. NAVTA also serves as an information resource for and about the veterinary technician profession. THE POSITION The Executive Director will provide leadership and strategic direction to NAVTA and will oversee and execute the operations and activities of the Association by working with the Executive Board to accomplish NAVTA’s strategic goals and further their mission of “Advancing Veterinary Nursing and Veterinary Technology”. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Organizational Leadership - Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Association and for providing direction and leadership to achieve the Association's mission, strategies, goals and objectives; and implementing the strategic goals and objectives of the Association.
- Ensures the NAVTA Executive Board is kept fully informed on activities and operations, including proactive communication around progress on strategic goals and financial performance.
- Utilizes and implements proven, sound association management practices to ensure legal compliance and best practices governing non-profit associations
- Maintains collaborative working relationships with federal, state and private agencies with an interest in veterinary medicine.
- Serves as the professional liaison to ensure strong relations are established and maintained between NAVTA and other associations, the AVMA, and other state and national organizations.
- Serves as the liaison between the public, the media and the Association, communicating the Association’s positions and policies as defined by the Board.
- Attends and represents NAVTA at various national, regional and local meetings and events.
- Maintains effective relationships with other organizations and ensures that the position of the Association and its members is enhanced in accordance with the policies and objectives of the organization.
- Coordinates and communicates with the elected officers, the Board, and the Finance Committee on budget, financial policies, and issues to ensure the fiscal integrity of the Association is maintained and financial records are accurate and up-to-date
- Oversees the publication of The NAVTA Journal according to industry standards, recruits advertisements, and supports the NAVTA Journal editor-in-chief to develop and coordinate content.
- Works in concert with NAVTA’s team to achieve the legislative objectives of the Association, as directed by the Board.
Membership, Member Services, CE and Meetings - Working with the Board, ensures membership services are robust and responsive to meet the diverse needs of the membership.
- Develops and implements programs and policies designed to enhance member recruitment and retention while providing the highest level of customer service.
- Maintains the NAVTA membership database, information management system and web site and ensures the database is accurate and up-to-date.
- Oversees the planning and execution of the NAVTA Veterinary Technician Leadership Summit and NAVTA Veterinary Technician Leadership Symposium, in accordance with Board directives and in coordination with the State Representative Committee.
- Seeks opportunities to establish other continuing education meetings and develop online continuing education opportunities to serve member needs, as directed by the Board and in coordination with the Continuing Education Committee.
Application deadline of February 11, 2019. Search Process: To apply, please forward your resume electronically with cover letter in confidence to: Lori Keane, AVMA HR Director, lkeane@avma.org . www.navta.net eoe/m/f/d/v |
