Global Certification Programs Manager | Flexible Hours

airmovementandcontrolassociationinternational; Arlington Heights (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with immediate vesting

3 weeks vacation

Paid sick and holidays

Flexible hours

Summer hours

Casual dress

Medical plans (3)

Dental

Vision

Flex spending

Life insurance

Short/long term disability

Long-term care

Job summary

AMCA International seeks a seasoned certification and compliance leader to oversee global programs and maintain accreditation. You will guide cross‑functional teams, develop strategic plans, and manage staff performance while promoting industry engagement and program improvements.

The role emphasizes collaboration with partners, MOUs, and ANSI/ISO standards, with a focus on quality assurance and AI‑enabled process enhancements. Office-based with potential partial remote work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with 7+ years of related experience and staff management.
• Experience in a testing and certification environment; HVAC experience is a plus.
• Ability to develop and implement strategies and build business plans.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple department objectives, staffing and budgets.
• Knowledge of project management and quality assurance.
• Strong verbal and written communication; proficient with AI.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and related programs, including AI.

Responsibilities

• Manage certification and compliance filing programs and develop tools to reduce entry barriers.
• Lead global programs with oversight of publications and updates to standards.
• Provide leadership and management of department staff, including hiring, onboarding, training and reviews.
• Collaborate with global partners to expand programs via MOUs or agreements.
• Maintain ISO/IEC 17065 accreditation and oversee program compliance.
• Prepare reports for senior leadership with KPIs and status updates.
• Promote programs through industry meetings, presentations, and trade shows.
• Work with cross-functional teams to provide program oversight and instruction.
• Identify and implement improvements to internal or external systems and processes, including AI.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Project management

Communication skills

AI literacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

AI tools

Job description

AMCA International seeks a seasoned certification and compliance leader to oversee global programs and maintain accreditation. You will guide cross‑functional teams, develop strategic plans, and manage staff performance while promoting industry engagement and program improvements.

The role emphasizes collaboration with partners, MOUs, and ANSI/ISO standards, with a focus on quality assurance and AI‑enabled process enhancements. Office-based with potential partial remote work.