Senior Management System Consultant

Job Title:	Senior Management System Consultant
Company Name:	Waste Equipment Technology Association
Job city:	Washington, DC
Type:	Full-time
Job posted:	03/06/13
Standards Management Provide efficient and effective management for the development, maintenance and interpretation of industry standards. Manage and plan the activities of an ANSI accredited standards committee and subcommittees. There are currently six subcommittees representing major equipment product lines and they provide leadership for standards drafting, research, and educational projects. Provide leadership, technical and managerial support to Association standards developing committee and subcommittees. Perform editing of page proof and coordinate publishing of document. Organize sessions and present updates at industry meetings and national conferences. Maintain accreditation as a standards development organization (SDO) as established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). Establish a process to identify opportunities for new ANSI standards including C&D, organics and recycling. Create a review process to vet new project proposals within the approved ANSI Z245 committee structure. Ensure that industry standards will have broad acceptance in the industry. Increase the use of standards in the industry by expanding the marketing of new standards and providing electronic delivery and mobile device compatibility. Administer the Equipment Rating and Labeling Program every 3 years. Develop articles and educational materials to inform the industry about equipment and facilities standards and to educate users about solid waste handling and recycling equipment. Statistics Program Manage the administration of the equipment statistics programs. Expand the program to include new technologies and equipment used in the industry. Ensure that the program is managed in accordance with Association procedures to ensure confidentiality. Marketing Market the programs to members and non-members and recruit participants to join the programs. Provide industry advocacy and promotion to association members and external organizations. Assist in producing content for a weekly newsletter that highlights association activities and industry news and events. Program Support Perform membership recruitment and assist in developing member retention products and services. Identify industry stakeholders that should participate in standards development and recruit their involvement. Provide creative input for improving the quality, efficiency and value of member communications and services. Job Skills Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of three years of experience in engineering, standards management or a related technical environment, and preferably 2 – 5 years of association (or similar) experience Document drafting and editing skills Positive work ethic and desire to learn and advance projects. Must be able to travel 14-20 days per year (U.S.) usually 2-3 days at a time. Self- motivated and capable of identifying growth opportunities for the technical; programs. Ability to manage multiple priorities, work in an entrepreneurial environment, and resolve problems without assistance when appropriate. Have a working knowledge of the voluntary standards development process and an understanding of the ANSI process and requirements. Experience in program management for an association, non-profit, advocacy or research organization or professional society. Experience in managing committees or consensus bodies. Including the development of meeting agenda, minutes and meeting documents. Excellent oral and written skills are essential. Ability to use Excel, PowerPoint, Word and navigate databases to extract key information on industry trends.
Applying for position:Send cover letter, resume and salary history to:  Human Resources  Environmental Industry Associations 4301 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 300 Washington, DC 20008 Email: hr@envasns.org Position contact: Janice Bradley 202.364.3701jbradley@wastec.org