Position Summary:
The National Education Account Manager will proactively manage
K-12 education partners across the region to increase new student enrollment. This role is responsible for building relationships with
leadership and staff at K-12 school districts to promote and bring awareness of the University’s programs and tuition discounts for their
district employees. The account manager will identify, market and communicate the University’s partnership and benefits through multiple
strategies though-out the year. This position will serve as the point of contact for the university’s K-12 partner management, collaborate
with university departments responsible for student field placement and community college relationships.
Key
Responsibilities:
- Develop and build relationships with K-12 education partnerships to increase new student enrollment.
- Identify and strengthen relationships between K-12 districts, community colleges and Franklin University in education pathway
opportunities. - Identify and execute consistent communication opportunities to bring awareness of the university’s partnership,
tuition discounts and professional development opportunities for K-12 employees. - Identify sponsorship and community opportunities
to build the university’s brand and partnership with the K-12 education partner. - Collaborate with internal stakeholders for
field/student placement, admissions and academic faculty to ensure seamless partner and student education experience. - Identify
potential K-12 partners in the region/state for partnership development. - Maintain a strong understanding of K-12 partner KPI’s
- Develop and maintain a strong understanding of university programs, as well as state authorization requirements, approvals, and
reciprocity agreements to ensure compliance and student understanding. - Conduct market analysis to identify new opportunities,
trends, and competitive positioning. - Provide excellent customer service and prompt response and follow-up for K-12 partners.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in education, business, or related field
preferred - Currently licensed or formerly licensed K12 teacher
- Strong understanding of the education landscape and K-12
school systems - 3-5+ years of experience in education partnerships, business development, or enrollment management
- Demonstrated success in building and scaling relationships within K-12 and/or higher education environments
- Proven results to
handle multiple accounts and relationships - Excellent communication, marketing and relationship management skills
Preferred Skills:
- Strategic thinker with strong execution capabilities
- Data-driven approach to
decision-making and performance tracking - Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment
- Experience working
in multi-market or national roles
Additional Notes:
- While most meetings will be held virtually, travel
may be required.
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