Senior CDR Administrative Manager

Role Description

The Commission on Dietetic Registration, the credentialing agency for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, is seeking a full-time Senior CDR Administrative Manager to serve as a strategic partner to the CDR Executive Director overseeing and driving administrative and operational functions that support CDR priorities.

The successful candidate will:

• Coordinate Board, committee, and panel operations.
• Manage executive communications.
• Support strategic planning.
• Lead cross-functional project work across certification, recertification, compliance, and the enforceable Code of Conduct.

This position requires exceptional judgement, discretion, and the ability to navigate high-stakes, confidential, and time-sensitive matters. It offers work-from-home flexibility and a telecommuting option for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree preferred, in Business Administration, Communications, Dietetics, Quality Management, Adult Education, Educational Psychology, or related field.
• Registered Dietitian (RD) required.
• State licensure if applicable.
• 4 – 5 years of relevant experience in executive administration, credentialing, compliance, accreditation, governance, or related fields.
• Demonstrated experience in managing complex projects, confidential information, and high-stakes decision-making.
• Strong analytical reasoning, judgement, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and comfort working with databases and online platforms.
• Some travel required (approximately 2%; FNCE).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree preferred, in Business Administration, Communications, Dietetics, Quality Management, Adult Education, Educational Psychology, or related field.
• Registered Dietitian (RD) required.
• State licensure if applicable.
• 4 – 5 years of relevant experience in executive administration, credentialing, compliance, accreditation, governance, or related fields.
• Demonstrated experience in managing complex projects, confidential information, and high-stakes decision-making.
• Strong analytical reasoning, judgement, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and comfort working with databases and online platforms.
• Some travel required (approximately 2%; FNCE).

Benefits

• Competitive salary range from $77,000 - $88,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Excellent benefit package, including medical, dental vision, LTD, tuition reimbursement, and 401k match with IMMEDIATE VESTING.
• Comprehensive paid leave policy to support work-life balance.
• Paid sick and vacation time that accrues over time and can be carried over at the end of the year in accordance with Academy policy.
• Additional leave options may be available for holidays, family emergencies, or other personal needs.
• Friendly, professional, and challenging team-based work environment with the ability to work remotely.