Education Business Development Specialist

Academic Partnerships; Kansas City (MO); Remote; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking an Education Business Development Specialist to enhance access to online education programs. This role involves recruiting qualified students by marketing advanced degree offerings to teachers and school districts across Missouri. The ideal candidate will possess a strong sales background, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to manage a large territory effectively. With a focus on building relationships and achieving enrollment goals, this position offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions directly impact student success. If you're passionate about education and driven to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

18 days PTO + Winter Shutdown

12 designated holidays + 1 floating holiday

Medical - four options

Dental

Vision

Life & Disability (company paid)

Retirement plan with company match

Maternity / Paternity / Parental Leave (company paid)

Volunteer Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 2+ years in sales or education sales.
• Proficient with Microsoft applications and CRM systems.

Responsibilities

• Market online education programs to teachers and school districts.
• Organize 12-15 recruiting events monthly to achieve enrollment goals.
• Build partnerships with school district leaders for recruitment.

Skills

Sales Experience

Education Sales

Relationship Building

Communication Skills

Territory Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Applications

CRM/Salesforce

Job description

Risepoint assists primarily regional universities in increasing their access and impact by making their academic programs available to students online. Founded in 2007, Risepoint's mission is to expand access to high-quality, affordable, and workforce-relevant education, especially for working and adult students. Risepoint brings single-minded dedication to student success, an integrated set of services, and data-driven performance to our collaboration with university partners.

Job Summary:

The Education Business Development Specialist will represent Avila University and recruit qualified students into online education degree programs throughout the state. We are looking for an experienced sales or education professional, who is passionate about higher education and understands the value of advanced degree programs.

Day In a Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Market advanced online education degree programs offered by Avila University to teachers and school districts in Missouri.

• Successfully develop and manage a territory to increase brand awareness and interest throughout the state.

• Achieve monthly lead, application, and enrollment goals by organizing and facilitating 12-15 recruiting events (information sessions) each month.

• Reaches out to school districts covering Missouri and Kansas.

• Attend regional and state conferences to network with administrators, generate leads, and establish new relationships for future events.

• Meet with school district leaders throughout Missouri & Kansas to establish new partnerships and gain access for recruitment sessions within their district/schools.

• Consistently introduce and leverage the roll-out of marketing campaigns and establish new partnerships to expand the territory.

• Utilize social media tools to expand recruiting efforts and promote the university partner's program offerings.

• Expand knowledge of regional and national programmatic and workforce trends and effectively communicate to internal and external stakeholders on a regular basis.

Attributes Include:

• Competitive, energetic, collaborative, positive attitude, self-motivated, resourceful, and persistent with careful attention to detail.

• Ability to build strong relationships with potential students and administrators and be viewed as a team player.

• Results oriented professional with consistent, strong verbal and written communication skills.

What You'll Need for Success:

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:

• Bachelor's degree required.

• Must reside in Missouri, preferably in Kansas City or Columbia.

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in sales or education sales or a related education industry role.

• Preferred: 2 years of experience in teaching, school administration, higher education or K-12 sales.

• Proficient with using Microsoft applications, CRM/Salesforce, and other systems.

• Successful management of a large geographic sales territory

• A strong track record of highly competent organizational and time management skills; professional success and continuous career growth, preferably in the education industry.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and be self-motivated to achieve monthly/quarterly KPIs.

• This remote role primarily focuses on territory management within Missouri, requiring extensive travel (up to 75%) to neighboring areas such as Kansas. Your responsibilities include actively managing these regions in partnership with Avila University.

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Risepoint is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Risepoint offers the following comprehensive benefits:

• 18 days PTO + Winter Shutdown
• 12 designated holidays + 1 floating holiday
• Medical - four options
• Dental
• Vision
• Life & Disability (company paid)
• Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account
• Retirement plan with company match
• Maternity / Paternity / Parental Leave (company paid)
• Volunteer Time Off

Supplemental Benefits:

• Wellness program
• Alternative medicine options
• Pet discounts
• Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity

Personal and Professional Development:

• Continuous Professional and Leadership Development Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement for employees and their dependents
• Rewards & Recognition programs

Risepoint is an equal-opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce.