Chief Learning Officer

The American Retirement Association is seeking a seeking a Chief Learning Officer (CLO) to lead its talented education and professional development team. Our educational programs are highly respected in the financial industry, and we pride ourselves on delivering well-designed, high-quality education through a variety of mediums.

The CLO will be an experienced leader who has a mastery of professional education principles. They should possess a deep knowledge of the development and delivery of educational programming, professional designations and credentials, continuing education and the systems and platforms that support these initiatives.

The ideal candidate has a sharp business acumen, exceptional management skills, and can effectively balance and prioritize a variety of strategic and tactical issues. They should be a creative problem-solver and skilled communicator who can thrive in a fast-paced environment. They should keep abreast of best practices, technology, and changes affecting the professional learning field.

Located in Arlington, VA, near the Ballston Metro station, we offer a vibrant working environment (with a hybrid work arrangement, in-office work Tuesday through Thursday, telework Mondays and Fridays), competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to contribute to a growing team. Learn more about our organization by visiting www.usaretirement.org.

Responsibilities:

• Set the strategy for the association’s education initiatives, ensuring resources are aligned to maintain the smooth operation of existing programs, while working to develop new offerings as needed.
• Lead the team responsible for the full suite of educational products, including product development and delivery and maintenance of online education, credentials, certificates, training, exams, and related resource materials.
• Oversee the planning cycle and coordination for all virtual education including webcasts, virtual conferences, and Instructor-led training.
• Cross-collaborate with departments, internal and external SMEs, volunteer leaders, contractors, and others to develop best in class education.
• Maintain current education and related systems (Learn Upon, Articulate 360, Zoom, You Test Me, Personify) and collaborate with Information Technology team to evaluate future platforms and solutions.
• Oversee budget planning, monitor revenue and expenses for departmental projects to meet or exceed projected net revenue goals.
• Contribute to continual process improvement through idea generation, technology, and creative approach to increase efficiency, and enhance delivery and attendee experience.
• Ability to travel domestically, 2-3 times per year.
• Other duties as assigned.

About American Retirement Association:

The American Retirement Association, a non-profit professional association, has a long and storied reputation that dates back to its founding in 1966 as the American Society of Pension Actuaries. Today, its 34,000+ members include every type of pension professional – from business owners, actuaries, consultants, and administrators, to insurance professionals, financial advisors, accountants, attorneys, and human resource managers. While American Retirement Association members come from all corners of the country, representing every part of the industry, they are all united by their belief in and commitment to the private workplace retirement system.

The American Retirement Association’s mission is to empower retirement professionals to build a stronger workplace retirement system for Americans through information, education, and advocacy.

Employee Benefits:

The American Retirement Association offers its full-time employees a robust benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Profit Sharing 401(k) Plan
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Eleven Paid Holidays
• Twenty-Three Days of Paid Time Off
• Two Hours of Personal Leave Per Month
• Parental Leave
• Hybrid Work Arrangement (Telework on Mondays and Fridays)
• Commuting/Telework Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Membership in Pryor+ Learning Management System
• Membership in Experian My Financial Expert
• Membership in Calm App
• Worldwide Travel Assistance Program
• Will Preparation Services

To Apply:

If you are looking for an opportunity to join a dynamic professional association with a great working environment, apply today! No phone inquiries, please. We look forward to hearing from you!

American Retirement Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer. American Retirement Association provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $185,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Nonprofit management: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Arlington, VA 22203: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Arlington, VA 22203