Interested in joining the ACVIM team?

Are you looking to join a mission-driven organization where you can make an impact? The American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM) is the American certifying organization for veterinary specialists in cardiology, large animal internal medicine, neurology, nutrition, oncology, and small animal internal medicine. Career opportunities at the ACVIM offer employees the ability to work in service of our Board-certified veterinary specialist members and support our mission to be the trusted leader in veterinary education, discovery, and medical excellence. You’ll be joining a team that is dedicated, passionate and highly values working in a collaborative environment. 

Position Overview

The Senior Director of Meetings, Education and Industry Relations (MEIR) is the Senior Leader managing and developing the high-performing team responsible for leading the design and execution of the ACVIM educational and event portfolio, including guiding industry support and fostering corporate relationships that further organizational goals. The Senior Director works with the Board of Regents and other Senior Leaders to co-create meaningful strategy and leads the staff in prioritizing and operationalizing the organization’s scope of work. As part of the Senior Leadership Team, the Senior Director helps to set the tone for staff culture, leading by example and exemplifying the ACVIM’s commitment to our mission, vision and values. 

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Collaborating with members of the MEIR team to translate and apply organizational strategies into aligned and actionable plans for education, industry sales and event management.
• Identify opportunities to innovate the educational portfolio and drive revenue from educational offerings.
• Mentor and coach direct reports who lead event oversight, educational programs, and strategic partnerships, offering direct support through subject matter expertise when needed.
• Provide strategic insight and guidance to the team leaders who oversee programs within the MEIR Department.
• Ensure the legal and financial aspects of the department’s work are sound and consistent with goals and requirements.
• Build strategic relationships with key stakeholders to ensure strong collaborative and innovative partnerships
• Oversee and manage the MEIR department budget.
• Actively participate as a Senior Leadership Team member in prioritizing the work of the ACVIM, leading initiatives in support of staff culture development and ensuring strong communication throughout the organization.
  

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, business or related field.
• Experience in management and leadership in not-for-profit environments or equivalent organizations.
• Experience managing complex budgets and meeting product goals.
• Subject matter expertise in adult education/professional development, event management, and sales strategy/relationship development to support successful implementation of the ACVIM program portfolio.
• Strong project management skills and proficiency in managing teams and multiple, conflicting priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong, effective working relationships with all levels of staff, members, volunteers and Board members.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in business, education or related field.
• Professional certification in a field related to defined responsibilities.
• Familiarity with veterinary education or related field

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies, up to 30 pounds.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Monday through Friday, with the occasional weekend as needed.

Travel

Travel nationally 10-15 times per year and maintain a flexible schedule.

Total Rewards

The ACVIM is a 501(c)6 not-for-profit organization offering a competitive total rewards package that enables us to find the best individuals to join our team. We emphasize work-life balance, with new team members accruing 12 annual vacation days in the first year, in addition to a generous paid holiday schedule. Employees are provided with 10 paid days of sick leave. Other benefits include medical, vision and dental insurance with 100% coverage of employee premiums available, a 401k plan with a generous employee match, the opportunity for flexible scheduling and hybrid remote working to meet your individual needs, and a casual dress code.

The ACVIM provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. 

To Apply

Please email your resume and a cover letter highlighting areas of interest is welcome too with your contact information to Jobs@ACVIM.org explaining why you are looking for a new position and why you think you'd be a great fit at the ACVIM. Please list “Senior Director of Meetings, Education and Industry Relations” in the subject line. No phone calls. You will receive confirmation if you have applied correctly. We look forward to hearing from you! 

Job Type: Full-time

Starting Pay: $117,000 - $135,000/annually

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Life insurance