Manager of Technical Programs

INDUSTRIAL TRUCK ASSOCIATION (ITA)

Position: Manager of Technical Programs

Status: Full Time

Supervisor: President of ITA

Location: Washington, DC/Hybrid

ITA is an organization representing the manufacturers of powered industrial trucks and their suppliers who do business in the United States, Canada or Mexico. Corporate Members are headquartered in the US, Japan, China and Europe.

Job Description

ITA is seeking a Manager of Technical Programs to assist with the engineering aspects of subjects under deliberation by the industry, coordinate U.S. participation in international standards activities, and oversee the daily operations of a Standards Development Organization (SDO). This position plays a key role in managing technical committees, ensuring compliance with American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and International Standards Organization (ISO) processes, and supporting the continued advancement of industry safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

Standards Development and Committee Management

• Manage the daily operations of an SDO maintaining 12 American National Standards and supporting approximately 90 committee members.
• Prepare and distribute meeting notices, agendas, proposals, ballots, and minutes.
• Edit and publish approved standards to the association website.
• Serve as Secretary for standards committees and as Secretary & Treasurer on the Board of Trustees.
• Administer the online platform used for document posting and electronic balloting.

International Standards Coordination (USTAG Administration)

• Serve as U.S. Technical Advisory Group (USTAG) Administrator for three subcommittees responsible for 56 ISO standards.
• Manage the distribution and coordination of ISO ballots, resolve conflicting U.S. positions, and submit responses through ANSI.
• Serve as Secretary for USTAG meetings and attend ISO meetings as Secretary for one Working Group (WG) and one Joint Working Group (JWG).
• Lead U.S. delegations at select international meetings.

Industry Committee and External Engagement

• Manage the association's General Engineering Committee, including meeting logistics, documentation, and follow-up.
• Oversee training programs for OSHA compliance officers (2–3 times per year), providing technical assistance and occasional presentations.
• Represent the association as a committee member on external standards organizations such as MHI, UL, and NFPA.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in standards development or technical program management.
• Strong knowledge of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) process; experience with ISO or IEC standards is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical discipline strongly preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet externally driven deadlines.
• Willingness and ability to travel 45–90 days per year, including international travel (remote participation is not permitted for international meetings).
• Salary based on experience

Why Join Us

This is an excellent opportunity to play a leadership role in shaping national and international standards that impact the safety standards in the powered industrial truck sector. The successful candidate will join a respected trade association known for its technical excellence, collaboration, and commitment to advancing industry safety and innovation.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Industrial Truck Association is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. ITA welcomes men and women regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, disability, veteran status or other category protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $145, $165,000.00 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20006