Director of Professional Development (Part-Time)

Part-Time, 30 Hours per Week

Location: Remote

Pay Range: Pro-rated based on $72,000 – 75,000 full-time equivalency

The Director of Professional Development sets the strategic direction and leads the operations of the Editorial Freelancers Association's (EFA) education department. This role plays a key role in developing the EFA's library of asynchronous and self-paced courses and webinars, and manages all aspects of the program, including registration, reporting, technical troubleshooting, and payments. The Director also oversees the EFA's annual virtual conference and four in-person mini conferences held throughout the year.

This role is well suited to a strategic, detail-oriented leader with experience in education program management, instructional design, and event production, who is equally comfortable setting long-term direction and managing the day-to-day operational details that make a program run well. Instructional design experience is a key part of this role, since the Director works closely with new and current instructors to help them design effective courses and webinars.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership

• Set the strategic direction, annual goals, and priorities for the education department
• Develop and manage the department's annual budget and track performance against goals
• Identify growth opportunities and emerging trends in freelance editorial education and professional development
• Represent the education program in organizational planning and leadership discussions

Curriculum & Program Development

• Develop and expand the library of asynchronous, self-paced courses and webinars
• Identify curriculum gaps and source, develop, or commission new course content
• Recruit, onboard, and evaluate instructors and subject matter experts
• Apply instructional design principles to guide instructors in structuring effective, engaging asynchronous courses and webinars
• Coach and train instructors on course design, learning objectives, and best practices for adult and online learners
• Review and provide feedback on course structure and materials before launch to ensure a consistent, high-quality learner experience
• Ensure all course content remains current, high-quality, and accessible to members

Program Operations & Administration

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the education program, including registration, reporting, technical troubleshooting, and payments
• Manage the learning management system (LMS) platform to ensure a smooth participant experience
• Track and analyze enrollment, revenue, and completion data, and report findings to leadership
• Manage instructor and vendor contracts, invoicing, and payments
• Establish and enforce program policies, including refunds and continuing education requirements where applicable

Conference & Event Management

• Direct the planning and execution of the EFA's annual virtual conference, including agenda development, speaker recruitment, logistics, and budget
• Collaborate with staff and volunteers to plan and execute four in-person mini conferences held throughout the year, including venue selection, logistics, speaker coordination, and on-site management
• Manage conference budgets, contracts, and vendor relationships
• Coordinate with the communications team on marketing and promotion of courses, webinars, and conferences

Team & Stakeholder Management

• Supervise education department staff, contractors, and instructors as applicable
• Collaborate with communications, membership, and finance teams to support shared organizational goals
• Serve as the primary point of contact for instructors, presenters, and education program partners
• Gather and respond to member feedback to continuously improve program offerings

Qualifications:

• Experience in instructional design, including designing or evaluating asynchronous and self-paced online courses
• 5+ years of experience in education program management, professional development, or association management
• Experience coaching or training instructors, facilitators, or subject matter experts on course design
• Experience planning and executing both virtual and in-person conferences or events
• Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS) and virtual event platforms
• Strong project management, budgeting, and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently
• Interest in or familiarity with freelance editorial work is a plus

Schedule:

This is a part-time, non-exempt position at 30 hours per week. Some evening or weekend availability may be required around conference dates and program launches.

About Us:

The Editorial Freelancers Association advances excellence among our dynamic community of freelance editorial professionals by providing opportunities for business development, learning, and networking. We are a dynamic professional association committed to fostering a strong, engaged, and diverse member communityOur vision is a vibrant community of freelance editorial professionals—esteemed for their expertise, inclusive in their ethos, and thriving in their businesses—helping clients launch ideas into the world.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every qualification listed, we still encourage you to apply. Research shows that candidates from historically underrepresented backgrounds often hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement—we believe skills and experience come in many forms, and passion and potential matter. If you think you’d be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you!

Benefits:

We are proud to offer our employees remote work flexibility, flexible schedules, a 3% automatic employer contribution to your 401(k) savings account, and unlimited PTO. This position is eligible for consideration for full-time status following a six-month probationary period.

To Apply: Submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and why you believe you are a good fit for this position. Resumes without cover letters will not be considered.

We are proud to offer our employees remote work flexibility, flexible schedules, a 3% automatic employer contribution to your 401(k) savings account, and unlimited PTO. This position is eligible for consideration for full-time status following a six-month probationary period.