Director of Education

Job Description

Technology is at the center of Iowa’s growth, and the Technology Association of Iowa (TAI) helps bring the people, companies, ideas, and conversations shaping that future together.

TAI connects Iowa’s technology leaders and professionals through statewide events, public policy, professional development programs, talent initiatives, member engagement, and storytelling that highlights the impact of technology across every industry.

We’re looking for a Director of Education to lead and grow TAI’s leadership development programs, alumni engagement, and executive roundtables, bringing together professionals from across Iowa’s technology community to build skills, exchange ideas, and develop lasting relationships.

This is a highly visible, hands-on leadership role for an experienced facilitator and program builder who can translate the needs of Iowa’s technology workforce into relevant, high-quality learning experiences. If you enjoy bringing people together, guiding meaningful conversations, developing engaging content, and turning big-picture strategy into thoughtfully executed programs, this role offers an opportunity to drive professional development across Iowa’s technology ecosystem.

Position Overview

The Director of Education is responsible for developing, facilitating, executing, and overseeing the Technology Association of Iowa's educational and professional development portfolio. This includes the Iowa Technology Leadership Institute (ITLI), Iowa Tech Connect (ITC), the TAI Alumni Network, C-Suite Roundtables, and potential future educational offerings.

This leadership role translates the needs of Iowa's technology workforce into high-quality, relevant learning experiences that support professionals throughout their careers. The Director will work closely with executive leaders, subject-matter experts, facilitators, members, and partners to develop and deliver meaningful content for large and diverse groups while ensuring each program has a clear purpose, defined audience, and measurable outcomes.

This position will be central in solidifying TAI as a trusted, comprehensive resource for technology leadership and professional development in Iowa. While highly strategic, this is also a hands-on role responsible for the daily planning, communication, facilitation, and logistical details required to deliver exceptional programs.

Key Responsibilities

1. Leadership and Career Development Programs

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• Lead the strategy, facilitation, and delivery of the Iowa Technology Leadership Institute and Iowa Tech Connect, ensuring high-quality experiences that advance participants’ professional growth and build lasting cohort relationships.
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• Facilitate large-group learning, peer discussion, and executive-level conversations with confidence, adaptability, and a strong understanding of group dynamics.
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• In partnership with TAI leadership, lead curriculum development, workshop design, session preparation, and program evolution, incorporating intentional opportunities for peer learning, relationship-building, and meaningful cohort connection. 
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• Manage the participant experience throughout each program cycle, including onboarding, communications, agendas, materials, feedback, and activities that foster trust, inclusion, and meaningful engagement.
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• Manage program operations—including schedules, venues, food and beverage, audiovisual needs, sponsor participation, production plans, and run-of-show development—in coordination with the Events Coordinator.
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2. Alumni Network

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• Develop and lead the strategy for the TAI Alumni Network, creating meaningful opportunities for continued learning, relationship-building, and engagement among graduates of TAI leadership programs.
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• Facilitate alumni educational programming and support alumni onboarding, welcome conversations, communications, and special meet-ups that strengthen connection to TAI and to one another.
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• Partner with internal teams, speakers, and sponsors to develop relevant alumni experiences and ensure consistent, professional delivery.
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3. C-Suite Roundtables

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• Serve as TAI's primary liaison to C-Suite Roundtables, building trusted relationships with roundtable chairs and participants and ensuring the groups remain relevant, connected, valuable, and responsive to executive-level needs.
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• Partner with roundtable chairs to develop meeting topics, identify speakers, shape agendas, and facilitate candid, engaging, and productive peer conversations.
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• Manage meeting schedules, participant communications, venues or virtual platforms, food and beverage, materials, and appropriate follow-up while maintaining the confidentiality and trusted environment of each group.
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4. Program Planning, Operations, and Financial Management

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• Lead development and management of the annual educational program calendar, establishing clear timelines, milestones, resource needs, and internal responsibilities across the portfolio.
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• Develop and manage annual and program-level budgets, forecasts, and financial targets; monitor performance and make thoughtful recommendations regarding program scope, pricing, vendors, and investment to balance participant value, strategic impact, accessibility, and financial sustainability.
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• Define measures of success and collect and analyze participation, feedback, engagement, financial, and outcome data to assess individual programs and the overall educational portfolio.
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• Lead program debriefs and translate findings, workforce trends, and stakeholder input into clear recommendations for curriculum, experience, investment, and future program development.
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5. Sponsorship and Stakeholder Engagement

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• Partner with internal leadership to develop educational sponsorship opportunities and deliverables that are compelling, feasible, and aligned with program goals and the participant experience.
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• Oversee sponsor communications related to program participation and ensure sponsorship commitments are fulfilled accurately and professionally.
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• Build and maintain strong relationships with participants, alumni, executive leaders, speakers, facilitators, sponsors, members, and community partners, representing TAI as a trusted convener and professional development resource.
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Qualifications and Experience

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• Professional experience in technology, a technology-enabled organization, technical education, or a related field.
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• Experience developing and delivering educational content, leadership programs, workshops, or cohort-based learning preferred.
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• Strong facilitation and presentation skills for large, diverse, and executive-level groups.
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• Ability to understand technical subject matter and translate it into practical, engaging content for varied audiences.
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• Demonstrated success building relationships and facilitating connection among participants, leaders, and partners.
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• Clear and effective communication across diverse stakeholder groups, including executives, technical professionals, speakers, sponsors, participants, and internal teams.
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• Strong project management skills and the ability to balance program strategy with daily execution.
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TAI offers

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• Competitive salary
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• Health, dental, and vision insurance
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• Flexible spending accounts
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• 401(k) plan with match
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• Generous PTO and paid holiday time off
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• Schedule flexibility
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• Opportunities to learn, grow, and build your career
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• A front-row seat to Iowa’s technology ecosystem
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To Apply

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