Director, Education

PLASTICS (Plastics Industry Association); Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 113,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Hybrid work environment

Unlimited paid time off

Generous benefits package

Work-life balance programs

Free onsite fitness center & wellness

Job summary

PLASTICS is seeking a Director of Education to lead the Association's education strategy, driving workforce development and member value. You will oversee courses, certificates, webinars, workshops, and events, aligning learning products with industry needs and revenue goals.

You will guide portfolio strategy, manage budget, and lead a small team with two direct reports in a hybrid work environment. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, adult learning, instructional design, organizational development, business administration, or a related field; or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in talent development, education, association management, or related discipline
• Demonstrated success developing and growing revenue-generating educational products, programs, or business lines including certificate programs, credentialing initiatives, or structured professional development pathways
• Experience working with subject matter experts, volunteer leaders, advisory committees, and industry partners on program development
• Proficiency managing learning management systems and educational technology platforms
• Deep understanding of talent development, adult learning principles, and instructional design methodologies

Responsibilities

• Oversee the development, delivery, and growth of a portfolio of educational products and learning experiences (online and in-person).
• Identify workforce and market needs and develop innovative learning solutions for plastics industry professionals.
• Lead portfolio strategy, product development, financial performance, and learning technologies; manage two direct reports.

Skills

Adult learning principles

Instructional design

Talent development

Education

Bachelor’s degree (education / adult learning / instructional design) or equivalent experience

Tools

Learning Management Systems

Educational technology platforms

Job description

PLASTICS is seeking a Director of Education to lead the Association's professional education strategy to advance workforce development, enhance member value, and drive non-dues revenue growth. This is an exciting opportunity to create and lead a new education program designed to strengthen workforce development, expand member value, and shape the future of professional learning across the plastics industry!

As the Director of Education, you will oversee the development, delivery, and growth of a portfolio of educational products and learning experiences, including online and in-person courses, certificate programs, webinars, workshops, and event-based education. You will work closely with industry experts, volunteer leaders, and internal stakeholders to identify emerging workforce and market needs and develop innovative learning solutions that serve plastics industry professionals and companies. This role is responsible for portfolio strategy, product development, financial performance, learning technologies, and team leadership.

Combining strategic planning with hands-on execution, this role is ideal for an entrepreneurial leader who is passionate about workforce development, adult learning, and building innovative educational programs that create value for both learners and the Association. This is a hands-on leadership position that reports to the Vice President of Events & Marketing and manages two direct reports.

We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package


• Hybrid work environment


• Unlimited paid time off


• Generous benefits package


• Work-life balance programs


• Free onsite fitness center & wellness program


• Chance to learn, grow, and have some fun while making a meaningful impact

You Offer

• Bachelor’s degree in education, adult learning, instructional design, organizational development, business administration, or a related field; or equivalent experience


• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in talent development, education, association management, or related discipline


• Demonstrated success developing and growing revenue-generating educational products, programs, or business lines including certificate programs, credentialing initiatives, or structured professional development pathways


• Experience working in talent development within a trade association, professional society, nonprofit organization, or manufacturing environment preferred


• Experience working with subject matter experts, volunteer leaders, advisory committees, and industry partners on program development


• Proficiency managing learning management systems and educational technology platforms


• Deep understanding of talent development, adult learning principles, and instructional design methodologies

PLASTICS is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Salary Range: $113,000 - $141,000