Jobs at AANPCB

About AANPCB

The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB) is an independent, non-profit certifying body whose purpose is to provide a valid and reliable program for the evaluation of individuals wishing to enter, continue, and/or advance in the Nurse Practitioner (NP) profession through the certification process. AANPCB's headquarters are in Austin, TX; while it is preferred that the CEO be based in or near Austin, candidates in other locations will be considered, contingent on their willingness to travel regularly to Austin.

AANPCB has annual revenues of $23M, an operating budget of approximately $10M, and a staff of 34 full-time employees. It was established in the early 1990s by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and became separately incorporated as the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners National Certification Board, Inc., in 1999. In January 2017, the 501(c)(6) organization changed its business name from AANP Certification Program (AANPCP) to the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB).

AANPCB is overseen by a Board of Commissioners (BOC) composed of experienced nurse practitioners who are representative of the certificants and one or more (currently two) public members. The BOC offers input and guidance into organizational decisions and governs all major decisions affecting the AANPCB certification programs and processes.

The CEO Role

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Guide and collaborate with the Certification Board in the formulation and implementation of operating rules, policies, and procedures of the organization.
• Maintain effective internal and external public relations and serve as spokesperson for the organization in collaboration with the Certification Board Chair.
• Direct and supervise the certification staff in the activities necessary to support the certification and recertification programs.
• Coordinate all program support for those services provided by the contracted professional testing service.
• Oversee the development of all publications related to the organization including those published by the contracted professional testing service.
• Oversee the content and appropriateness of all testing forms prior to their launch (i.e., FNP, AGNP, PMHNP)
• Oversee the marketing of the certification program.
• Oversee the review of all certification applications to determine eligibility of applicants.
• Manage the finances of the organization including the development and submission of the annual budget to the Certification Board for approval.
• Negotiate all AANPCB contracts including the contract with professional testing services.
• Ensure the legal integrity of the organization and mitigate exposure to risk.
• Coordinate meetings of the Certification Commission, as well as meetings directed by the contracted professional testing services in the development of certification examinations.
• Support the continued accreditation of the Certification Board's certification programs by the Accreditation Board of Specialty Nursing Certification (ABSNC) and the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA).
• Support the continued recognition of the Certification Board's certification programs by U.S. state nursing boards, nurse regulators in Canada and Puerto Rico, Medicare, Medicaid, the Veterans Administration, and major private insurance companies.

Required Skills, Experience, and Desired Qualifications

• Proven leader with 10+ years of experience in a leadership capacity including budgetary management and staff supervision within a nonprofit organization of comparable complexity.
• Working knowledge and demonstrated experience related to the process of national certification.
• Must be able to analyze and explain complex statutory and regulatory issues for the jurisdictions and federal agencies that recognize the Certification Board's certification programs.
• Experience working collaboratively with governing bodies highly desired.
• Open-minded and flexible leader with a track record of successfully building, retaining, and leading high-performing teams with strong morale.
• Persuasive, with excellent interpersonal skills; ability to act as a respected and effective spokesperson for the organization.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, including negotiating skills.
• Strong organizational skills, professional demeanor, initiative, desire to help others.
• Excellent analytic skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient with PCs and Microsoft Office plus database knowledge and capacity; commitment to master technologies used by the staff leadership of the Certification Board.
• Ability to travel and attend meetings both during and outside normal operating business hours.
• Preference given to candidates with a minimum of a master's degree or higher in nursing.
• Preference given to candidates with 10+ years of professional Nurse Practitioner experience.
• Candidates from historically underrepresented and marginalized communities are encouraged to apply.

Compensation

A competitive compensation package will be offered to attract an outstanding candidate.

To Apply

To apply, please send a cover letter and current resume (Microsoft Word format preferred) here. The cover letter should outline how your experience fits the requirements of the position as this will be an important factor in considering your candidacy.

Sterling Martin Associates is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, without regard to race, religion, color, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, political affiliation, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

Additional Information

For more information, contact:

Sterling Martin Associates
1025 Connecticut Avenue NW
Suite 1000
Washington, DC 20036

David S. Martin, Managing Partner
dmartin@smartinsearch.com
202-257-1627

Karen Lombardo, Vice President
klombardo@smartinsearch.com
540-751-9612

Sharon Beatty, Senior Executive Recruiter
sbeatty@smartinsearch.com
971-322-7658

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ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Learn the business of certification.
• Accurately and efficiently process applications, transcripts, licenses, verification requests, and other documents received via mail, e-mail, fax, and database.
• Answer incoming multi-line phone system, return incoming phone messages, transfer telephone calls to appropriate staff, and respond to customer inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Prepare certificant packets and letters.
• Perform mail shipment activities.
• Perform basic computer skills (e.g., scanning, data entry, word processing, Outlook Mail/Calendar).
• Responsible for the protection, integrity, and confidentiality of customer, database, and company information.
• Maintain effective AANPCB intra- and inter-departmental communications and external public relations.
• Participate in company quality improvement processes.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to speak, listen, and write in English in a clear, thorough, timely, and professional manner.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing excellent customer service. Positive customer service attitude with a strong desire to assist clients.
• Problem-solving skills (the ability to efficiently meet deadlines, handle difficult situations in the workplace, and identify solutions).
• Flexibility to adjust one's schedule to meet the demands of the organization and peak times.
• Strong teamwork skills (qualities and abilities that allows one to communicate and work well with others during projects, meetings, or other collaborations working towards a common goal) required.
• Displays professionalism. Demonstrated self-starter; is reliable, responsible, and dependable; shows loyalty and concern for the integrity and professional image of the organization and its affiliations.

WORK ENVIONMENT:

This job operates in a professional office environment. Customer interaction is primarily via email and telephone. Daily interaction with staff and management in a teamwork setting is required. This position routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers; multi-line phone system; photocopy, fax, and mailing equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Able to lift up to 25 pounds.

FLSA CLASSIFICATION* and POSITION TYPE:

• *Non-Exempt Non-Management. Paid an hourly pay rate. Eligible to receive overtime pay for hours worked over 40 in a work week.
• Full-Time Employees - Regularly work at least 30 hours per week, not hired on a short-term basis.
• Part-Time Employees - Regularly work fewer than 30 hours per week, not hired on a short-term basis.

EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:

Business hours are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday. Variable hours may be considered after completion of new hire introductory period. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required to meet peak season demands.

TRAVEL:

Performance of job duties outside of the typical office setting is not required.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 2 years' experience as an administrative associate.
• Proficient in the use of a variety of software, including current Microsoft Office products, on-line database systems, and document scanning.
• Experience with multi-line phone system, receiving and routing calls.
• Experience writing email business correspondence that reflects a polished and professional image.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum Associates Degree in a relevant field.
• Experience working with non-profit organizations, membership organizations, nursing associations, state boards of nursing, educational program, continuing education providers, or accreditors.

INTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS:

Work with AANPCB staff.

EXTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS:

Works with applicants, NP certificants, educational faculty, professional membership organizations, public, and business vendors.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

This position is not responsible for direct supervision of employees. Responsibilities include coordination of work duties and training of employees under the direction of the Department Coordinator or management team. Responsibilities will be carried out in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws.

OTHER DUTIES:

Perform other duties as assigned. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of duties, responsibilities, or activities that may be required of an employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

WORK AUTHORIZATION / SECURITY CLEARANCE:

Background check required.

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