Director, Education

PLASTICS is seeking a Director of Education to lead the Association's professional education strategy to advance workforce development, enhance member value, and drive non-dues revenue growth. This is an exciting opportunity to create and lead a new education program designed to strengthen workforce development, expand member value, and shape the future of professional learning across the plastics industry!

We offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Hybrid work environment
• Unlimited paid time off
• Generous benefits package
• Work-life balance programs
• Free onsite fitness center & wellness program
• Chance to learn, grow, and have some fun while making a meaningful impact

As the Director of Education, you will oversee the development, delivery, and growth of a portfolio of educational products and learning experiences, including online and in-person courses, certificate programs, webinars, workshops, and event-based education. You will work closely with industry experts, volunteer leaders, and internal stakeholders to identify emerging workforce and market needs and develop innovative learning solutions that serve plastics industry professionals and companies. This role is responsible for portfolio strategy, product development, financial performance, learning technologies, and team leadership.

Combining strategic planning with hands-on execution, this role is ideal for an entrepreneurial leader who is passionate about workforce development, adult learning, and building innovative educational programs that create value for both learners and the Association. This is a hands-on leadership position that reports to the Vice President of Events & Marketing and manages two direct reports

You offer:

• Bachelor’s degree in education, adult learning, instructional design, organizational development, business administration, or a related field; or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in talent development, education, association management, or related discipline
• Demonstrated success developing and growing revenue-generating educational products, programs, or business lines including certificate programs, credentialing initiatives, or structured professional development pathways
• Experience working in talent development within a trade association, professional society, nonprofit organization, or manufacturing environment preferred
• Experience working with subject matter experts, volunteer leaders, advisory committees, and industry partners on program development
• Proficiency managing learning management systems and educational technology platforms
• Deep understanding of talent development, adult learning principles, and instructional design methodologies

How To Apply

If you believe you meet the qualifications, please submit a resume, cover letter, and two writing samples via the application link (or copy/paste link to a new window):

Cessna & Associates, LLC has been retained by the Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) to lead the recruitment and search process for this position. Additional inquiries may be directed to Beth Cessna at View email address on us.fitly.work or View phone number on us.fitly.work.

PLASTICS is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. 

Salary Range: $113,000 - $141,000