Coordinator Advanced Dental Education Programs

American Dental Association•Chicago, IL

10h•$57,330 - $71,663•Hybrid

About The Position

The Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) accredits over 1400 dental education programs globally with the assistance of over 800 volunteers. The Coordinator, Advanced Dental Education Programs coordinates the logistical and operational accreditation activities for approximately 300-400 advanced dental education programs. The coordinator must understand, interpret and apply Commission policies and Standards and act as a resource for programs and volunteers.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or experience in lieu of degree
3 years (or 7 years in lieu of a degree) of administrative oversight of business processes, using data management systems and electronic record keeping, managing, organizing and prioritizing tasks within a high volume of ongoing assignments with limited supervision
Extensive experience drafting letters, reports and agendas with accuracy
Knowledge of data management systems, technology, and project management
Excellent verbal communication, writing, analytical, collaboration, prioritization, facilitation, proofreading, customer service, problem solving, organizational, and time management skills and be self-starter; results-focused
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Travel once per year, 1-3 nights per trip, for professional development, conferences

Nice To Haves

Previous association and/or non-profit experience
Knowledge of higher education
Knowledge of the dental profession
Previous accreditation experience
Previous experience working with confidential and sensitive information

Responsibilities

Coordinates the logistical and operational accreditation activities for approximately 300-400 advanced dental education programs.
Understands, interprets and applies Commission policies and Standards.
Acts as a resource for programs and volunteers.