Director, Certifications

Director Certifications

Overview:

The main responsibilities of Director-Certificatiosn are as follows:

To promote certification within PMI, the chapter and supporting organizations, both public and private. The promotional efforts encompass assuring that the PMP designation represents the project management credential of choice for numerous industries and companies and identifying the benefits of the certification to all concerned. This is accomplished by direct interaction with interested organizations and individuals and by providing input to PMI on all aspects of the certification process.

Secondly, to administer the preparation and presentation of periodic certification preparation workshops. The issue of overseeing testing is now conducted by Prometric under the direction of PMI’s executive offices; however, obtaining feedback from applicants and advising PMI’s executive offices of problems is essential.

Detailed Position Activities:

Activities performed each month:

• Prepare status report for any assigned special projects for monthly Board Meeting.
• Contribute knowledge and express points of view based on experience.
• Prepare articles related to certification for publication in the newsletter and others.
• Respond to certification inquiries both verbally and by written response.

Activities Performed Periodically:

• Coordinate Certification Preparation Workshops.
• Be prepared to offer suggestions for changes and enhancements to the current LRP.
• Work with the new incoming Director to prepare budgets and plans for the upcoming year. Turn over files and other records to the new Director.