Education Specialist in Kansas City, Missouri at American Public Works Association

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American Public Works Association (APWA) serves professionals in all aspects of public works by providing innovative education and credentialing opportunities for professional development. As the primary point of contact for the association’s certificate programs and workshops, the Education Specialist will work with many stakeholders to develop and deliver programs to members.

You’ll Love it Here If You…

• Are truly committed and passionate about what you do
• Have a creative and innovative style
• Have a high bar for excellence and attention to the details
• Believe that teamwork leads to success
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Enjoy utilizing technology to enhance your work product

About the Education Specialist Role:

The Education Specialist serves as a primary point of contact for the association’s certificate programs and workshops. They work with Subject Matter Experts to develop, design, update, and deliver engaging educational programs.

The ideal candidate will have exemplary customer services skills, the ability to manage multiple projects and tasks, well versed in and able to efficiently use various technology, and be comfortable in a fast-paced setting working with a wide variety of internal and external customers.

What You Will Need to Succeed:

• Associate’s degree required
• 3 years of experience in continuing adult education
• Customer/member service oriented
• Excellent technology and communication skills
• Comfortable writing and presenting
• Association experience a plus

Why APWA?

APWA is proud to be a people-centric workplace, with a key focus on flexibility and work-life balance. We offer remote-hybrid work schedules, 15 days each of paid vacation and family medical leave, 11 paid holidays and the opportunity to have a flexible schedule with alternate Fridays off. We also offer excellent and affordable insurance coverage as well as matching retirement contributions. APWA invests in ongoing growth through employee professional and continuing education opportunities.

We’re proud of the work we do because our work matters. Every role at APWA contributes to advancing the quality of life for others as we support those who operate, improve, and maintain public works and infrastructure. As we serve over 30,000 members (and counting!) across North America, we’re always looking for motivated and inspiring people to join us.