Employment Application
Competitive Events Specialist
Business Professionals of America
Part-Time Fully Remote | Columbus, Ohio
Business Professionals of America (BPA), a national non-profit student organization headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking a dynamic, creative, and mission-aligned Director of Strategic Programs and Experiences to lead the design and delivery of our premier student conferences and organizational programs. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the experiences that inspire, connect, and empower tens of thousands of student leaders nationwide.
From overseeing large-scale events like the National Leadership Conference to advancing signature programs like BPA Cares and Torch Awards, you’ll play a vital role in creating unforgettable, life-changing experiences for the next generation of professionals.
Position Summary
JOB TITLE: Competitive Events Specialist
SUMMARY: This position is part-time with a primary responsibility to support the Director of Education and Professional Learning with planning, coordinating, and managing the educational programs of the organization. This position actively participates in strategic planning, grant development, and administration of the Workplace Skills Assessment Program (WSAP) Guidelines as needed. The WSAP Guidelines provide a detailed overview of all competitive events and other various BPA education offerings. This position also provides support in administrative, programming, and communication areas to deliver innovative education programs and coordinate trainings for members, advisors, and stakeholders. Specific duties of this role include but are not limited to:
Educational and Competitive Events Support
- Serving as the staff support for educational and competitive events issues through the identification of trends and needs in education across all BPA membership levels
- Supporting the Director of Education and Professional Learning in administering the Workplace Skills Assessment Program (WSAP) (virtual and non-virtual competitive events)
- Assisting with maintaining a systematic approach to aligning cluster-based standards, at both federal and state levels
- Assisting with maintaining a systematic approach to aligning industry certifications with BPA education offerings
- Collaborating with the Director of Education and Professional Learning and the Director of Membership and Technology in the development of curriculum options in the BPA membership learning management system
- Assisting the Director of Education and Professional Learning with developing and nurturing relationships with BPA state associations, departments of education in active states, and various organizations to strengthen connections with members
- Assisting with revising and preparing all manuals, scoring rubrics, authoring guides, competitive event guidelines, competitive event materials, and other WSAP supporting documentation
- Assisting with recruitment, training, and maintaining a database of judges (both technical and presentation based)
- Assisting with recruitment, training, and maintaining a database of volunteers, including administrators, proctors, and graders (APGs)
- Assisting with the creation, review, and modification of education related marketing materials in collaboration with the Director of Development and Marketing and Director of Education and Professional Learning
- Providing support for the competitive event submission processes in collaboration with the Director of Education and Professional Learning and the Director of Membership and Technology
- Assisting the Director of Education and Professional Learning with all competitive events, Administrator, Proctor, Grader (APG) and judge orientations, competitive events headquarters, and the grading room at the National Leadership Conference (NLC).
- Completing special projects as directed by the Director of Education and Professional Learning
This position reports to the Director of Education and Professional Learning and provides additional support to the Executive Director/CEO as needed.
What We’re Looking For
Ideal candidates will demonstrate:
- Educational Program Experience – Background in coordinating educational or competitive event programs, including curriculum, standards alignment, and assessment tools.
- CTSO Knowledge – Prior experience with a Career and Technical Student Organization (preferably BPA), with an understanding of student leadership, events, and CTE frameworks.
- Strong Organizational Skills – Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and support both strategic planning and day-to-day operations.
- Excellent Communication – Skilled in collaborating with internal teams, educators, volunteers, and external partners in both written and verbal formats.
- Tech-Savvy and Detail-Oriented – Comfortable using digital tools, learning management systems, and managing documentation with accuracy and efficiency.
Working Conditions & Compensation
- Location: Remote
- Schedule: Part-time (exempt), with travel required for national events and conferences
- Compensation: Competitive salary based with experience
How to Apply
Interested candidates should complete the following pages of information and submit the following:
- A résumé detailing relevant experience
- A cover letter outlining your interest in BPA, your approach to competitive event programming, and how your background aligns with our mission
Position open until filled.
Business Professionals of America is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and stakeholders.