Director of Education

The Opportunity

Oakland, CA

The California Water Environment Association (CWEA) is conducting a search for a Director of Education. The Director of Education will have an entrepreneurial spirit and lead the educational programming, content development, and instructional design strategy for CWEA’s statewide digital and face-to-face professional development portfolio.

The position requires experience in developing and managing a wide variety of educational programs from small, face-to-face programs to large-scale, multi-faceted conferences as well as online/virtual learning, including the overall planning, development, budgeting, and execution. A working knowledge of adult learning theory and how it can be appropriately applied in a variety of learning environments is required. Extensive experience working with volunteers and unpaid subject matter experts is also required.

Founded in 1928, CWEA proudly unites professionals from throughout the state to address real-time issues, develop and deliver cutting-edge training, raise awareness of the profession, and shape the future of wastewater. In support of CWEA’s vision of a sustainable California water environment, the 501(c)(3) nonprofit pursues its mission of empowering, educating, and connecting water professionals to protect public health and the environment.  With annual revenues of approximately $5M and a staff of 18, CWEA serves wastewater professionals throughout their careers with benefits to support their professional growth, build professional networks, earn technical certifications, and build their leadership skills.

Sterling Martin Associates will lead recruiting efforts for this exciting position. For more information, please contact David Martin, CEO and Managing Partner, or Brian J. Glade, Vice President of Client Services.

A full position description is forthcoming. Applications can be submitted here.