Executive Director

About SCEH The Society for Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis is a nonprofit dedicated to advancing excellence and progress in hypnosis research, education, and clinical practice. About the Role The Society for Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis (SCEH) is seeking a self‑starting Executive Director to lead the day‑to‑day management of the Society as it enters its next chapter. This is the organization’s sole staff role – you will effectively serve as its headquarters office, working closely with an elected President and a small Executive Committee of psychologists, physicians, and researchers to keep the Society running smoothly and its programs thriving. We’re looking for someone strategic, collaborative, and service‑oriented, with the interpersonal skills and organizational discipline to manage many priorities at once. Responsibilities Manage the Society’s operations Partner with the President and Executive Committee to lead marketing, operations, finances, and events. Serve as the primary point of contact for members, prospective members, committees, program participants, vendors, and business partners. Plan and produce the Society’s flagship events: a 5‑day annual conference each fall – held in person in the U.S. every other year – and a 4‑day online spring workshop. Carry out bookkeeping and day‑to‑day financial management. Support governance and coordination by attending monthly Executive Committee meetings, a weekly meeting with the President, and committee meetings as needed. Qualifications Demonstrated association management experience and a solid understanding of nonprofit organizational management, operations, and governance. Strong strategic, communication, and technical skills, with excellent attention to detail. Experience working with volunteers. A proven ability to juggle multiple priorities and deadlines independently. Proficiency with QuickBooks, association management systems (AMS), Microsoft Office, and Zoom. At a Glance Hours ~25 hours per week (part‑time) Type Independent contractor Location Remote within the U.S.; Massachusetts or New York strongly preferred Travel Required for the in‑person Annual Conference (in the U.S. every 2–3 years) SCEH is an equal‑opportunity organization and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr