College Partnerships Manager (25-26)

IDEA Public Schools; Fort Worth (TX); Remote; USD 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization seeks a College Partnerships Manager to support IDEA graduates at out-of-state colleges. This full-time remote role involves managing partnerships, analyzing data, and collaborating with college counselors to enhance student success. Candidates should have a strong background in education and a commitment to IDEA's mission.

Benefits

Health Plans

Insurance

Parental Leave

Flexible Spending

Vacation

Referral Bonuses

Professional Development

403(b) Plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in education, college admission, or advising.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with out-of-state college partners and alumni.
• Support securing new college partnerships aligned with IDEA’s mission.
• Track and analyze key metrics related to retention and graduation.

Skills

Data Analysis

Communication

Coaching

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

Manager of College Partnerships

Mission:

The College Partnerships Manager at Public Schools ensures that IDEA graduates attending out-of-state partnership colleges and universities receive the supports they need to help them graduate in 4–6 years.

Location:

This is a full-time remote position based in Texas, with preference given to candidates residing in Austin, El Paso, Houston, Permian Basin (Midland/Odessa), Rio Grande Valley, San Antonio, and Tarrant County (Fort Worth), or those willing to relocate.

Travel Expectations:

While this is a remote position, in-person meetings and events are required. Travel to meet alumni may be necessary, with up to 30% travel during peak times.

What You’ll Do – Accountabilities

Essential Duties:

1. Portfolio Stewardship: Manage relationships with at least forty-six out-of-state college partners, supporting over five hundred IDEA alumni through regular check-ins, visits, and conference participation to facilitate student access, matriculation, persistence, and graduation.
2. Partnership Acquisition: Support the goal of securing ten new quality college partnerships annually by identifying and developing out-of-state partners aligned with IDEA’s mission.
3. Counselor Collaboration: Work with over one hundred college counselors to guide students through applications and enrollment processes, providing timely resources and support.
4. Campaign Leadership: Lead annual FERPA waiver and tri-annual alumni data collection campaigns, ensuring accurate reporting of alumni outcomes.
5. Data Analysis: Track and analyze key metrics related to retention, persistence, and graduation, and prepare insightful reports for stakeholders.
6. Event Coordination: Organize and support events that strengthen relationships with out-of-state college partners, including tours and virtual meetings.

Additional Duties include developing strategies with leadership, reviewing MOUs, supporting student challenges, training stakeholders, acting as a thought partner, collaborating on projects, and mentoring team members.

Knowledge and Skills – Competencies

• Make strategic decisions informed by data and feedback.
• Manage work and support team performance.
• Foster personal and team growth through coaching.
• Build a culture of trust with empathy and active listening.
• Communicate clearly and effectively tailored to the audience.

Additional Skills:

• Commitment to IDEA’s mission that all students can succeed in college.
• Proven track record of achieving results and accountability.
• Propensity for action, learning from mistakes, and working with urgency.
• Comfort with ambiguity and high-growth environments.
• Receptive to feedback and collaborative across departments.
• High professionalism and conduct.

Required Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in education, college admission, or advising.

Preferred Experience:

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Additional experience as an instructional leader or teacher is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting for extended periods.
• Lifting up to 20 pounds.
• Periodic travel for meetings and events.
• Effective communication skills.

What We Offer:

Salaries typically range from $68,800 to $79,900, commensurate with experience, plus performance pay. Benefits include health plans, insurance, parental leave, flexible spending, vacation, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan. More info at IDEA Benefits.

Relocation stipends may be available.

Application Process:

Apply online via Jobvite. Applications are reviewed continuously until filled. Early applications encouraged.

Learn More About IDEA:

Our Core Values promote connection, integrity, respect, and belonging. Details at Our Core Values.