Awards Manager

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November 14

🌽 Illinois – Remote

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💵 $85k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟠 Senior

🔴 Lead

👔 Manager

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National Safety Council

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Non-profit • Education • Compliance

National Safety Council is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting safety and preventing injuries and deaths in the United States. The council offers a comprehensive range of safety training programs and resources, including first aid, driver safety, workplace safety, and advanced safety certification. It also provides consulting, safety assessments, publications, and white papers focused on various safety topics. NSC is involved in campaigns such as Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and it hosts events and conferences to enhance safety knowledge and practices nationwide. Its offerings extend to specialized programs for businesses, employees, and families, and it is committed to fostering a culture of safety through research, education, and advocacy.

201 - 500 employees

Founded 1913

🤝 Non-profit

📚 Education

📋 Compliance

💰 Grant on 2021-11

📋 Description

• Management of NSC’s safety awards programs to align with organizational goals and industry trends. • Oversee the end-to-end execution of awards initiatives, including program design, application processes, judging, and recognition events while also driving increased revenue through paid member awards. • Elevate safety standards by continuously assessing and refining the awards program to ensure alignment with NSC’s mission and industry best practices. • Deliver seamless program execution through comprehensive project planning, milestone tracking, and stakeholder coordination, resulting in timely and successful award cycles. • Enhance program visibility and engagement by developing and executing targeted promotional strategies in collaboration with the GTM team, increasing nominations and awareness. • Foster inclusive participation by expanding outreach to underrepresented groups and ensuring equitable access to awards opportunities. • Strengthen stakeholder trust and collaboration through transparent communication, regular updates, and responsive support to nominators, applicants, and recipients. • Cultivate strategic partnerships across departments and external stakeholders to amplify the reach and credibility of NSC’s recognition programs. • Deliver high-impact recognition experiences by leading the planning and execution of NSC’s Awards Recognition programs at Congress and Spring Show, ensuring memorable and meaningful celebrations of safety excellence. • Amplify awardee stories by producing compelling winner profiles and content for web, social media, and internal channels, reinforcing NSC’s thought leadership in safety. • Ensure program integrity and efficiency by managing technical platforms (e.g., Submittable, Open Water), maintaining digital assets, and optimizing submission workflows. • Generate actionable insights through data tracking and reporting on award outcomes, enabling continuous improvement and strategic decision-making. • Mentor and manage the Senior Membership Awards Specialist, fostering professional growth and ensuring alignment with program goals. • Develop an ongoing strategy to drive revenue growth and increased participation in paid member awards.

🎯 Requirements

• Proven track record (8+ years) in awards, scholarship, or recognition program management. • In lieu of education, at least 10 years of relevant experience. • Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional projects and volunteer teams. • Expertise in evaluation techniques, logic models, and strategic communications. • Proficiency in awards platforms and Microsoft Office 365; adaptable to new technologies. • Strong storytelling, writing, and stakeholder engagement skills. • Knowledge of the safety industry preferred or willingness to learn.

🏖️ Benefits

• At least 20 PTO days accrued 1 st year and 11 paid holidays • Flexible work arrangements • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans • Flex spending accounts for medical and dependent care • 403(b) & Roth 403(b) with employer match up to 6% • Reimbursable training • Dress for your day