Associate Standards Program Manager (Standards Delivery & Innovation Program)

UL Standards & Engagement•Evanston, NC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate Standards Program Manager supports the Standards Delivery & Innovation Program at UL Standards & Engagement. This hybrid role is based in Evanston, Illinois; Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina; or Ottawa, Canada. The position oversees a diverse portfolio of standards and supports the execution of standards development and maintenance, advancing the organization’s mission to make the world safer, more secure, and sustainable. The role applies expertise to standards development strategy, with a focus on optimization, efficiency, capacity, and the impact of safety standards. It also provides oversight and guidance to standards team members. The program consolidates similar projects to improve consistency and efficiency, reduce redundancy, and enable the organization to respond more effectively to emerging needs and innovation. UL Standards & Engagement is a nonprofit organization that advances safety through scientific knowledge, standards development, convening experts, education, and public outreach. The position works with internal and external stakeholders and may participate in technical committees and chair standards or program-development stakeholder bodies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Minimum of 8 years of related work experience.
Broad knowledge of a specific area or program and its impact on other organizational areas and the broader standards community.
Experience executing strategy, interpreting and supporting organizational strategy, translating objectives into actionable plans, and driving execution.
Demonstrated ability to lead high-performing teams, set expectations and clear goals, and ensure accountability for processes and results.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, including conflict mediation, negotiation, and influencing diverse stakeholders.
Ability to establish effective relationships with senior leaders and external stakeholders.
Experience fostering collaboration and partnerships with cross-functional teams to develop solutions with broad impact.
Strategic thinking and the ability to innovate and adapt in a dynamic industry landscape.

Nice To Haves

An advanced degree.
PMP or a relevant project management certification.

Responsibilities

Manage the full lifecycle of standards development, including identifying needs and creating, revising, approving, and publishing standards.
Manage projects to ensure successful execution aligned with organizational goals.
Integrate safety standards and requirements into relevant end-product and service standards, and advocate for the use of UL standards publications.
Apply operational excellence, process improvement, and resource optimization expertise to streamline project execution and improve portfolio efficiency.
Build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders.
Engage teams and leaders to align priorities, drive adoption, and communicate proposed changes through presentations, working sessions, and other internal forums.
Develop end-to-end project plans, troubleshoot complex issues, meet deadlines, and adjust project scope as needed.
Serve as an escalation resource by providing solutions and anticipating risks or impacts to other organizational areas.
Communicate program scope and outcomes to professional audiences in technical fields.
Identify opportunities for collaboration with relevant leaders and stakeholders.
Drive team collaboration to achieve team-level goals.
Manage, coach, and train junior and experienced team members in standards activities.
Participate in technical committees as needed and chair key standards or program-development stakeholder bodies within specific industry sectors or categories.
Identify opportunities to expand programs, maintain the relevance of safety standards, and create capacity for new, high-impact standards.
Monitor industry trends and external context related to the portfolio, and provide insights to inform strategic decisions and the direction of standards development.
Contribute to department initiatives as needed.

Benefits

Bonus compensation for all employees.
Comprehensive medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Life insurance.
401(k) matching of up to 5% of eligible pay.
An additional 4% retirement savings fund contribution after the first year of continuous employment.
Flexible working arrangements may be available depending on the role and subject to discussion with the manager.
Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, sick days, and volunteer days.
Targeted development, reward, and recognition programs.