Vice President, Network Growth

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November 10

⚔️ Virginia – Remote

Although this job is listed in Virginia, this company may be open to hiring remote in other states.

💵 $215k - $238k / year

⏰ Full Time

🔴 Lead

📈 Growth Marketing

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Common App

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Education • SaaS

Common App is a widely used platform that simplifies the college application process for students applying to multiple institutions. It offers resources and tools for students, counselors, and colleges to streamline the application process, promote access and equity, and provide insights through reports. Common App connects students to a wide array of colleges, offering information on financial aid and scholarships, as well as support for transfer and first-year student applications. The platform aims to inspire and facilitate higher education pursuits with a focus on equity and integrity in the admissions process.

51 - 200 employees

Founded 1975

📚 Education

☁️ SaaS

📋 Description

• strategically expanding the organization's network of constituents and partners focusing on growing member institutions • identifying and cultivating new markets such as community colleges and state systems • establishing student reach partnerships with organizations such as school districts • broadening reach to learner populations like community college students and transfer students • drive access to opportunities that are proximate and affordable while increasing likelihood of attainment and success • expanding capacity to grow into new member sectors, including community colleges • partnering with states to support driving access agendas

🎯 Requirements

• Candidates must live in the United States. • Willing to travel to attend twice annual Common App Retreat. • 12+ years of business growth, partnership design and execution, and/or sales experience in the postsecondary education ecosystem. • 10+ years of leadership experience. • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Education, Higher Education, or relevant field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. • Exceptional ability to translate the ambitious "moonshot" vision into concrete, measurable, and actionable long-term strategic plans and successfully drive their execution. • Deep understanding of the U.S. higher education landscape, including enrollment trends, institutional sectors (e.g., community colleges, regional publics, state systems), access and equity challenges, and the transfer student ecosystem. • Expert knowledge of strategic growth models, market penetration, and complex business development specifically within the context of a mission-driven, non-profit organization focused on educational access. • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to articulate complex strategies clearly, influence high-level internal and external stakeholders, and represent the organization effectively. • Ability to understand and effectively operate within the political, regulatory, and budgetary complexities of state higher education systems and large institutional consortia. • Knowledge of state or large education organizations data systems. • Knowledge of current education policy issues and trends impacting states and higher education systems. • Experience in go to market strategies within the higher education sector and/or education technology. • Experience in the establishment of complex partnerships with state agencies, state university systems, large school districts, and CBOs. • Experience in leading a business into a new market. • Leadership experience in large or complex education systems, agencies, or organizations. • A passion for higher education is a plus.

🏖️ Benefits

• Work-Life balance • Virtual-first office • Paid Time Off (PTO) • Seven company-wide holidays • Nine floating holidays* • Sick leave • Monthly mental health day • Choice of PC of MAC laptop • May choose an external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and/or headset • One-time office set-up stipend • Monthly remote work stipend • Monthly mobile stipend • Market-based salaries • Performance-based bonus • 403(b) retirement plan • 5% company contribution • additional 5% company match • 3-year vesting schedule • Participation may begin immediately • Choice of two health insurance plans • Health Savings Account, depending on health plan selection • Medical Flexible Savings Account, depending on health plan selection • Vision insurance • Dental insurance • Insurance coverage begins on the date of hire • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account • Maven virtual clinic for women’s and family health • Company provided life and ad&d insurance • Opportunity to purchase additional life insurance for self, spouse, and dependents • Company provided short and long-term disability insurance • Budgeted annual funds for professional development • Growth opportunities within the company • Mutual of Omaha Employee Assistance Program • Mutual of Omaha will preparation services • Mutual of Omaha travel assistance • Payroll dedication pet insurance through PinPaws • 1Password family account