Partnership Manager

Arizona State University; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona State University seeks a Partnership Manager for Accelerate ASU to expand access to college credit for high school learners across Arizona and beyond. You will cultivate relationships with schools and community partners, design scalable programs, and ensure learner success in alignment with ASU's mission.

This role is based at the Tempe campus and involves travel and background checks. We value relationship builders, data-driven decision-makers, and proactive collaborators who thrive in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and seven (7) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
• Experience managing partnerships with high schools or community education programs.
• Ability to analyze data to inform recommendations and decision-making.
• Evidence of an effective communication style that is persuasive, motivating, and collaborative.
• Knowledge of Salesforce or other CRM/pipeline management systems, as well as Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

Responsibilities

• Generate new-partner growth for Accelerate ASU by prospecting, pitching, and closing agreements with high schools and community organizations.
• Support partners in adopting equity-minded approaches that make dual enrollment opportunities more inclusive and accessible.
• Build and maintain a network of support for partners by developing, enhancing, and promoting effective early college programs and shared resources.
• Develop and execute targeted outreach plans to scale and grow existing partnerships, strengthening engagement and learner outcomes.
• Collaborate across ASU's Learning Enterprise divisions to ensure alignment and provide seamless partner support.
• Serve as a liaison between ASU and external stakeholders to facilitate communication and program success.
• Represent Accelerate ASU at convenings, conferences, and partner events to promote the initiative and cultivate relationships.
• Create and refine sustainable operational processes that support partners at scale.
• Ensure effective day-to-day management of partner operations in a fast-paced environment.
• Identify process improvements and coordinate with internal teams to enhance partner and learner experiences.

Skills

Relationship management

Communication

Data analysis

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Profile:

Administrative Support Specialist 4

Job Family:

Administrative Support

Time Type:

Full time

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and seven (7) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Profile Summary:

Provides complex administrative and programmatic support to leadership on specialized topics.

Job Description:

The Accelerate ASU team within ASU's Learning Enterprise is seeking a Partnership Manager to expand equitable access to college credit opportunities for high school learners across Arizona and beyond. Accelerate ASU removes barriers to dual enrollment by offering an innovative, scalable implementation model that helps schools, districts, and education-serving organizations integrate ASU Universal Learner Courses into College in the High School and early college pathways.

The Partnership Manager will play a key role in cultivating, developing, and supporting relationships with high schools and community partners to ensure successful program implementation and learner outcomes. This individual will serve as a trusted resource for administrators, counselors, teachers, and partner organizations helping them design and sustain programs that align with institutional goals while advancing Accelerate ASU's mission to make college-level learning accessible to all students.

The ideal candidate believes every learner should have access to high-quality postsecondary opportunities and is passionate about innovation in education. They are a relationship builder, problem solver, and collaborator who thrives in a dynamic environment focused on expanding educational equity and opportunity.

This role is based at ASU's Tempe campus. A fingerprint background check is a mandatory step in the hiring process.

Position Salary Range:

$70,000-$78,000 per year, depending on experience

Essential Duties:

Working in collaboration with the Senior Director, the Partnership Manager will support:

Partnership Management

• Generate new-partner growth for Accelerate ASU. Prospect, pitch, and close agreements with high schools and community-based organizations that want to offer ASU courses to their students.

• Support partners in adopting equity-minded approaches that make dual enrollment opportunities more inclusive and accessible.

• Build and maintain a network of support for partners by developing, enhancing, and promoting effective early college programs and shared resources.

• Develop and execute targeted outreach plans to scale and grow existing partnerships, strengthening engagement and driving successful learner outcomes.

• Collaborate across ASU's Learning Enterprise divisions (operations, product, marketing, academic, and data teams) to ensure alignment and provide seamless partner support.

• Serve as a liaison between ASU and external stakeholders, including schools, community organizations, and faculty, to facilitate strong communication and program success.

• Represent Accelerate ASU at convenings, conferences, and partner events to promote the initiative and cultivate new relationships.

Program and Department Operations

• Create and refine sustainable operational processes that support partners at scale.

• Ensure effective day-to-day management of partner operations in a fast-paced, evolving environment that demands creativity, adaptability, and proactive problem-solving.

• Identify process improvements and coordinate with internal teams to enhance partner and learner experiences.

Travel

• Support international partnerships by flexing work hours, when needed, to accommodate meetings and collaboration across global time zones.

• This position requires up to 25 percent (approximately 4-7 days per month) of local, national, and international travel to partner sites, conferences, training, and team events.

Other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience managing high school or community education partnerships.

• Understanding of College in the High School, dual enrollment, or concurrent enrollment programs and related academic pathways.

• Experience supporting programs that serve a student population.

• Ability to analyze and use data to inform recommendations and decision-making.

• Evidence of an effective communication style that is persuasive, motivating, and supportive.

• Demonstrated ability to self-direct and perform as a high-functioning team member in a dynamic, flexible environment.

• Knowledge of Salesforce or other CRM/pipeline management systems, as well as Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

• Experience managing rapidly changing priorities, including conflict resolution and responsive problem-solving.

Working Environment:

• Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse; required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work.

• Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds.

• May be required to perform tasks in the field within and/or across University campuses.

Department Statement:

About Learning Enterprise:

ASU's Learning Enterprise expands universal access to opportunity for learners - at every stage in life. Serving over 1.2 million learners in over 150 countries worldwide, we're reimagining the role of universities in society as catalysts of economic and social mobility, guided by the belief that all learners can harness education as a ladder of opportunity. Our programs meet learners wherever they are, removing the barriers while prioritizing belonging and support. Through ASU's Learning Enterprise, it's easy to get started on your learning journey - and there's no limit to where you can go. Learn more at https://learning.asu.edu/.

At Learning Enterprise, we share a common set of values that guide our work and collaboration:

Scrappy. We are undaunted by challenges. We remain undeterred by anything that stands in the way of moving our vision forward. If we fall, we get up, over and over again. If it doesn't exist, we create it. If something doesn't work, we try something else.

Driven. We always push to be better for ourselves, for each other, and for our students. We are not defeated or guided by the status quo. We see what could be and relentlessly pursue it.

Intentional Architects. We know our attitude towards what we are doing will determine our success. We see the big picture and take deep pride in building every block that makes up our long-term vision. We are motivated by the potential of a transformed future while remaining firmly focused on tending to the tasks in front of us today.

Leading from the heart. We deeply care about people and their well-being. Everyone is unconditionally supported. We believe in human potential and invest in continuous growth.

Candid collaborators. We share ideas and feedback at all levels. We have strong opinions loosely held and intentionally engage in debate. We strive for clarity through direct and honest communication. We know our work is better for it.

Driving Requirement:

Driving is not required for this position.

Location:

Campus: Tempe

Funding:

No Federal Funding

ASU Statement:

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

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Employment Verification Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement:

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.