What are the responsibilities and job description for the Programs Manager position at American Payroll Institute Inc?
Summary/Objective
The Programs Manager leads the creation, development, and execution of chapter communications and engagement strategies on behalf of the American Payroll Association (APA) and its affiliated companies. The successful candidate organizes programs and activities, communicates with chapter affiliates, and serves as the liaison between the groups. The Programs Manager position works in a deadline-driven, fast-paced work environment.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Leads the creation, development, and execution of chapter communications and engagement strategies.
- Serves as the primary staff liaison for chapter affiliates, providing support and guidance, while monitoring chapter activities.
- Acts as staff liaison between APA’s Executive Office and APA’s Board of Advisors; leads the development of annual projects and proposals, regional communications, and onboarding program.
- Writes and edits magazine articles, blog posts, e-mails, and regular social media messages.
- Serves as spokesperson at events not limited to conferences, Chapter Statewide events, and meetings.
- Develops and executes annual chapter achievement contests and events not limited to the Chapter Leadership Summit, Annual Chapter Exchange, and webinars.
- Produces Board of Director reports twice annually and other reports as required.
- Prepares department budgets and monitors expenses.
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Knowledge surrounding matters and challenges in working with membership demographic.
- Proficiency in social media strategy development for businesses to include Facebook, and Twitter.
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Keen ability to cultivate, grow, and maintain positive relationships.
- Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays to meet deliverables.
- Ability to travel.
Required Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, or related field. Education may be replaced with 1 year in a similar role.
- 2 years of Supervisory experience.
Preferred Education and Experience
- 3 years of experience guiding, mentoring, and working with volunteers, preferably with chapters on in a general membership role with a national association.