Director Board and Matters

Position: Director Board and House Matters
Who We Are

It all starts with purpose.

We are a purpose-driven nonprofit with a dynamic staff culture.

With a meaningful purpose, motivated staff, and excellent benefits, working here will definitely have you smiling! The ADA's headquarters is located just steps from Chicago's Magnificent Mile and close to public transportation. With more than 400 colleagues, the ADA Staff are some of the most talented people in the Chicago, Washington D.C., and Maryland area.

We were named a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune in 2019 and 2021! Come join our team!

Job Responsibilities

The Director, Board and House Matters is responsible for oversight of all activities that support the House of Delegates and Board of Trustees. This involves oversight and direct supervision of the managers of the Board of Trustees and the House of Delegates. The Director is responsible for decisions which affect all aspects of the Association and balances competing interests in structuring the functioning of the governing bodies.

Must Have

• Bachelor's Degree or experience in lieu of degree

• 10 years experience (or 14 years in lieu of a degree) in a managerial position that includes oversight of multiple projects

• Previous experience working with volunteers and managing large group meetings

• Knowledge of working with Board of Trustees/Board of Directors and parliamentary procedure

• Must has verbal communication, writing, analytical, facilitation, negotiation, collaboration, self‑motivation, results‑focused prioritization, project management, proofreading, interpersonal, and excellent management skills

• Proficiency in MS Office/M365

• Able to travel to the Association's Annual Session (approx. 8 days), participate at an annual session site visit (1‑2 days) each year, and support the Board of Trustees Retreat (approx. 5 days)

• Position may require more than the standard number of hours of work within a workweek, may require before or after hours work, and/or may require weekend work

Nice to Have

• Bachelor's degree is highly preferred

• Pervious experience supervising employees

• Ability to work independently and make decisions within the scope of job responsibilities

• Prioritize department activities

• Handle confidential and sensitive information discretely

• Understand, develop and document procedures and processes

Just a few of the benefits offered to employees

• Promotes Work/Life Balance

• Hybrid Work Schedule (2‑3 days from home)

• Health insurance/dental reimbursement plan

• Ample Paid time off

• 401(k)

• Pension

• Flexible Spending Account

• Life insurance

• Tuition reimbursement

• Paid Parental Leave

• Pet Insurance

• Student Loan Refinance

• 2 days off to work at a charity event of your choice

The ADA values a variety of backgrounds and experiences and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified job candidates. The ADA is an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in open positions without regard to race, ethnicity, gender, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status or any other characteristic.

The American Dental Association is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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