Account Manager, Professional Membership

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The American Heart Association has an excellent opportunity for an Account Manager in our Professional Membership group at our National Center office located in Dallas, TX.

The account manager is responsible for a portfolio of scientific councils, providing leadership, operational and strategic support, coordination and guidance for councils, committees, and high-level volunteers.

The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as additional training and support, locally.

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• →Lead operational logistics for council committee meetings, events and activities.
• →Manage revenue and budgets for established portfolio while identifying potential cost savings and revenue gains.
• →Manage project timelines, deadline compliance and demonstrate effective communication and dissemination of both.
• →Collaborate across the membership unit to execute collective member recruitment, engagement and retention efforts.
• →Volunteer management.
• →Manage processes for assigned Scientific Councils’ nominations which include both council and American Heart Association positions and awards.
• →Establish trusted communication with volunteers and anticipate needs and expectations.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 3 years of relevant experience 
• Minimum of three years’ experience leading projects in a dynamic, collaborative business environment.
• Strong multitasking skills and ability to manage several priorities in a fast-moving workspace.
• Self-driven with the ability to meet deadlines and deliver quality outcomes independently.
• Achieving goals through initiative, creativity, and a results-oriented mindset.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Zoom, and adaptable to new digital tools.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage, influence, and partner effectively with internal stakeholders and high‑level volunteers, demonstrating strong executive presence and sound judgment.
• Demonstrates a passion for delivering excellent service and building strong relationships with colleagues and professional members.
• Willing and able to travel overnight for up to 10% of the role, supporting flexible work experiences

• Prior Non-profit experience.
• Teamwork skills with the ability to work as part of a team.

The American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the Association will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities. The greatest discoveries in health must reach everyone where they are.

In accordance with local and state laws where applicable, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.

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