Description
Inspire Learning. Create Connections. Advance Healthcare.The Montana Hospital Association (MHA) is seeking an innovative and strategic Director of Education & Events to lead the vision, development, and delivery of educational programs and signature events that inform, connect, and support Montana's healthcare community. From statewide conferences to professional development opportunities and emerging learning platforms, you'll help shape the experiences that keep healthcare professionals informed, engaged, and connected across the state.
What You'll Do:
Lead MHA's statewide education and events strategy while creating exceptional learning experiences for Montana's healthcare community.
In this role, you will:
- Develop and execute MHA's long-term education strategy across the organization.
- Design innovative professional development opportunities using in-person, virtual, hybrid, and on-demand learning formats.
Lead planning and execution of MHA's premier conferences, leadership meetings, and educational events.
- Build meaningful relationships with healthcare leaders, speakers, sponsors, exhibitors, and strategic partners.
- Identify emerging healthcare trends and translate them into relevant educational programming.
- Grow sponsorships and education-related revenue opportunities that support MHA's mission.
- Collaborate with internal teams to strengthen member engagement, marketing, and organizational impact.
- Lead and develop education staff while fostering collaboration across departments.
- Use data and member feedback to continually improve programs, events, and the overall member experience.
Requirements
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, Healthcare Administration, Education, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience:
- Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in education program development and implementation, event management, association management, marketing, healthcare administration, or a related field.
- Minimum three (3) years planning and leading large-scale conferences, meetings, or educational events from concept through execution.
- Minimum two (2) years managing program or event budgets, including sponsorship or partnership revenue.
- Minimum two (2) years supervising employees or leading cross-functional project teams.
Travel Requirement:
- This position requires in-state travel (approximately 5-8 times per year; for 2-5 days), with additional travel as needed in and out of Montana.
Culture Index Assessment
As part of our hiring process, candidates will be invited to complete a Culture Index assessment to provide additional insight into work style, communication preferences, and how individuals approach problem-solving, collaboration, and leadership.
This assessment is not a test with right or wrong answers. It is one tool we use to better understand how candidates’ strengths and working styles align with the needs of the role and our organization. Candidates are encouraged to answer honestly and select responses that best represent their natural approach to work.
To complete the assessment, please use the following link:
https://go.cultureindex.com/s/NjHpo4TgX4
Benefits
- Employer PAID medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees
- Employer contribution to Health Savings Account (HSA) or Montana Medical Savings Account (MSA)
- Flex Savings account
- 401(k)
- Very generous 401(k) contribution after 2 years of employment
- Employer PAID Life Insurance
- Paid time off
- Holidays: Enjoy 7 paid holidays per year, with an additional paid office closure between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
- Employee Assistance Program
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, Healthcare Administration, Education, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum five (5) years progressive experience in education program development, event management, association management, marketing, healthcare administration, or related field
- Minimum three (3) years planning and leading large-scale conferences, meetings, or educational events from concept through execution
- Minimum two (2) years managing program or event budgets, including sponsorship or partnership revenue
- Minimum two (2) years supervising employees or leading cross-functional project teams
- Experience designing professional development in-person, virtual, hybrid, and on-demand formats
- Experience building relationships with healthcare leaders, speakers, sponsors, exhibitors, and partners
- Ability to travel in-state approximately 5-8 times per year (2-5 days each), with additional travel as needed
What We Do
The Montana Hospital Association (MHA) is a nonprofit organization serving as the principal advocate for Montana's healthcare providers. MHA supports its members by providing education, regulatory compliance guidance, data collection, and advocacy services. The association works to influence state and federal policy while helping healthcare facilities—including hospitals, skilled nursing, and home health agencies—improve the health status of the communities they serve across the state.
