Senior Vice President Of Talent Management And Development

American Dental Education Association 655 K Street, NW, Suite 800, Washington, DC 20001 Annual Salary: $185,000 - $215,000 commensurate upon experience Seeking a vibrant and skillful HR leader committed to excellence in talent management and strategy. ABOUT ADEA As The Voice of Oral Health Education®, the American Dental Education Association (ADEA) plays a critical role in shaping the future of oral health education and research.

As such, ADEA works closely with its constituents to develop a well-prepared and an inclusive oral health workforce with the aim of improving the health of all persons and communities. Our members include the 80 U.S. and Canadian dental schools, 800 plus allied/advanced dental education and residency programs, and more than 60 corporate partners. Representing 65,000 students, faculty, staff, residents, fellows, and administrators throughout the academic oral health professions, ADEA also advances innovation, academic and clinical research, leadership development (faculty, staff, and student), and enhances oral health through programming, advocacy, and by driving policy.

With a staff of approximately 80 talented individuals, ADEA’s work encompasses a wide range of activities that focus on knowledge, research, and instructional expansion. The Association also leads efforts to foster clinical inquiry and transformative, agile change to meet the current and future needs of a rapidly changing oral health education community and the health care professions. Learn more about ADEA at adea.org . ABOUT THE ROLE AND POSITION The Senior Vice President of Talent Management and Development (SVP TMD) at ADEA is a dynamic, solutions-focused, and strategic leader responsible for shaping and guiding the human resource and talent management/development function.

This key position also assists ADEA staff and leadership in supporting an inclusive, mission-driven, and humanistic culture so that the Association can enhance the employee experience and fulfill its strategic goals. ADEA seeks an experienced human resource and talent management/development leader who has high emotional and cultural intelligence and understands the importance of fostering a culture that values people and innovation. This leader is highly skilled at navigating nuanced areas with sound judgment and ensuring a compliant and safe environment for all employees and members.

The SVP TMD directs and guides ADEA’s full employment lifecycle, including recruiting and sourcing the best talent, exiting the Association such as retirement, as well as maintaining effective programs for onboarding, retention, and promotion. This position currently supervises one direct report, a Senior Director, reports to the Chief Operating Officer and Chief of Staff (COO/COS) and serves as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to ADEA’s senior leadership, including the ADEA President and CEO (P&CEO). The successful SVP TMD is adept in leading with empathy, maintains an open-door policy for employees and supervisors, champions professionalism and an inclusive workplace that supports employees feeling valued and fosters employee belonging. The SVP TMD is also comfortable being hands-on as needed, exercising compassionate-firmness, and engaging in difficult but respectful conversations with a wide-range of constituencies to ensure compliance and foster employee well-being.

This role requires a forward-thinking professional that can advise on data-driven decisions. The SVP TMD must also be adaptable and able to lead high-tech human resource operations will also developing high-touch relationships with a diverse group of leaders and constituents. The ADEA SVP TMD is a strong big-picture strategic thinker and advises senior leadership on opportunities, while also advising on talent management issues to drive positive Association business results.

Additionally, the SVP TMD takes a posture of listening but is also solutions-focused and uses best practices to advance quality improvement and a culture that enhances staff accountability and continuous innovation to meet member needs. This position contributes significantly to the growth and retention of ADEA staff and in ensuring that ADEA remains a top destination for talented professionals who want to make a difference in oral education, health care, postsecondary education, and/or the academic health professions. Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & Talent Management Compensation, Benefits, & Employee Value Proposition Employee Relations & Performance Management Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Initiatives Compliance & Risk Management Executive Compensation & Retirement Plan Administration HR Operations & Technology Integration Leadership & Team Development ABOUT THE IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate for the SVP TMD role will be a seasoned human resources leader with a proven track record of strategic human resource planning, negotiating, facilitating, developing, and leading complex related functions. The incoming SVP TMD must have strong operational expertise and skill in resolving complex employee issues. Additionally, this leader will have significant experience and excel as a proactive change agent, collaborator, and coach.

In working with the ADEA staff and senior leadership, the SVP TMD effectively utilizes consultative strategies to gather input and support staff training, organizational transformation, and innovation. The SVP TMD has the experience, knowledge, and skills to align talent strategies with the Association’s goals. The ideal candidate is adaptable and has demonstrated leadership and excellent communication, presentation, and people skills, as well as the ability to build and foster strong trusting relationships, influence leaders, use negotiation skills and develop solutions to achieve results.

Experience and the ability to advise leaders on how to successfully lead people through change is essential. ADEA seeks an accomplished human resource leader with a knowledge of industry best practices and employment regulations to drive talent initiatives. Additionally, we are searching for a highly accomplished professional with solid business acumen, exceptional discernment, and communication skills, and preferably someone who has successfully navigated the nuanced membership association environment.

Education & Certifications Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is required; Master’s or law degree is highly preferred. Professional certification such as SPHR or SHRM-SCP is strongly preferred. Experience & Expertise A minimum of 12 years of human resources management experience or 10 years with a graduate degree.

Experience in strategic HR management and talent management in a nonprofit association environment is highly preferred. Proven experience in human resources leadership roles, including managing teams, coaching supervisors, and resolving complex employee relations issues. Demonstrated knowledge of human resources operations, including total rewards programs, employee engagement strategies, professional development, compensation, benefits, performance management, and employee relations.

Familiarity with HRIS systems and the ability to effectively learn new software and related employee information technology, with a preference for Paycom; experience with and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, and Zoom/Teams. Compliance & Legal Expertise Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations, with experience handling employment-related immigration processes (H1B, Green Card). Demonstrated experience working effectively with applicable employment (DC, state, federal) and other legal standards related to but not limited to wages, overtime, work hours, workers’/unemployment compensation, FMLA, Paid Leave, Paid Safe & Sick Time, and disability related accommodations. Strong knowledge of civil rights, EEO, and other workplace compliance programs, including significant experience in managing, leading, conducting, and overseeing informal and formal complaint programs, procedures, and investigations.

Experience with 403(b) retirement plan administration, working with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance and effective management. Work Requirements Ability to travel to member meetings and events, including some weekends and evenings. Ability to work at ADEA’s Washington, DC office on a hybrid basis (currently three days per week in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays; and Mondays and Tuesdays working at a location within the DC Metropolitan area). APPLICATION PROCESS For consideration, interested candidates will submit the following: a completed application, a resume (Word or PDF), and a letter addressing your specific interest, experience, and alignment to ADEA’s mission and the qualifications of the position.

Applications will be accepted through December 13, 2025. APPLY HERE To obtain further details or inquire about this opportunity, please reach out to Danisha Martin, Senior Consultant, Search, of Impact Search Advisors by Nonprofit HR at danishamnonprofithr.com . ADEA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.