Director, Center for Chemical Process Safety, North America

About the role

The Center for Chemical Process Safety (CCPS) is a not-for-profit, corporate membership organization within the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) that addresses process safety needs of facilities handling, storing, using, processing and transporting hazardous materials. North America, representing nearly half of CCPS's corporate membership, needs a dedicated senior leader to drive regional expansion, deepen member engagement and improve retention. The role leads business development and membership growth while coordinating cross-regional collaboration and delivering key CCPS programs such as conferences, regional meetings, assessments and workshops. It is a remote position open to candidates across the US, with about 20% travel including international trips, and requires a hybrid presence in New York approximately once per month.

Key responsibilities

• Lead membership growth, retention and engagement strategy across North America, managing relationships with 150+ member organizations
• Drive recruitment of new member companies, especially large, strategic ones, and oversee the full membership lifecycle
• Lead regional business development and revenue generation, and partner on dues, receivables and member communications
• Deliver CCPS programs and engage members through technical discussions, while providing global technical leadership
• Coordinate process safety and engagement support across regions and AIChE divisions, and represent CCPS and AIChE with industry, government and partners
• Manage the regional budget, resources, staff and consultants, and build and lead a high-performing team
• Support Responsible Collaboration and external outreach initiatives

Required profile

• Bachelor's, Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering or a related field; MBA or equivalent experience preferred
• Minimum 15+ years of industry experience, including process safety leadership
• Demonstrated expertise in the technical, regulatory and management aspects of process safety, and a recognized expert in process safety, loss prevention or a related field
• Proven track record in program management and execution
• Relevant certifications preferred (e.g., CCPSC, PE, CSP)
• Experience in global and cross-cultural environments, and familiarity with contracts, licensing and intellectual property

Required skills

• Business development and relationship management
• Communication, negotiation and public speaking
• Understanding of AIChE/CCPS or similar member-driven organizations preferred

What we offer

• Annual salary of $180,000 to $190,000, commensurate with experience
• Medical, dental and vision insurance, employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• Paid time off, retirement plan with employer matching, flexible spending accounts and pre-tax commuter benefits
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support