Learning & Development Programs Specialist

the AAO; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AAO is seeking a Program Administration Specialist in Learning & Professional Development to coordinate governance, educational, and professional development programs for volunteer leaders, members, and academic partners. You will staff councils, manage meetings, scholarships, and resources while coordinating with multiple departments to deliver high-quality programs on time.

Ideal candidates have strong organization, project management, communication, and relationship-building skills, with

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a professional setting.
• Non-profit association, stakeholder management and adult learning experience preferred.
• Speaker management and conference planning experience a plus.
• BS/BA in a relevant field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attend and facilitate COOP meetings and staff subcommittees; ensure deadlines are met.
• Develop and maintain practice management resources for members and staff.
• Attend and facilitate COE meetings and subcommittees; track outcomes.
• Manage annual selection processes for ITL/CAAMP scholarships and teaching fellowships.
• Represent AAO on Dental Match, CODA, and ADEA programs.
• Collaborate with Residency Chairs on alumni receptions at Annual Session.
• Support SOE meetings and Educational Leadership Conference planning.
• Coordinate program planning with Instructional Designer; script and run show.
• Lead logistics with Events Team; manage registrations.
• Provide marketing materials for inclusion in the Marketing Plan.
• Oversee on-site conference management and cross-functional project work.

Skills

Independent work

Multitask

Attention to detail

Project management

Communication

Writing

Microsoft Office

Customer service

Education

BS/BA relevant field

Job description

AAO is seeking a Program Administration Specialist in Learning & Professional Development to coordinate governance, educational, and professional development programs for volunteer leaders, members, and academic partners. You will staff councils, manage meetings, scholarships, and resources while coordinating with multiple departments to deliver high-quality programs on time.

Ideal candidates have strong organization, project management, communication, and relationship-building skills, with