Commonapp·about 2 months ago
ABOUT US
Do you have a passion for higher education? Do you want to make a positive impact on the college admissions process? Our staff help to remove barriers and encourage students to forge their path to a better future. Common App is a national not-for-profit organization dedicated to the pursuit of access, equity, and integrity in the college admission process. Each year we support more than 1 million students, one-third of whom are first-generation, as they apply to our more than 1100 diverse member colleges & universities using the Common App's free online application.
If you are an experienced Government Relations professional and want to be part of a mission-driven non-profit that uses innovative technology to advance the college admission process, Common App may be a great match for you. Common App is currently searching for a Director, Government Relations & State Partners
RESPONSIBILITIES
As a critical part of the Network Growth division within the Constituent Engagement team and reporting to the Senior Director of State Partnerships, the Director of Government Relations & State Partnerships is responsible for executing on Common App’s strategy to engage federal, state, and local government officials, policymakers, and key stakeholders and secure system level agreements for Common App products, programs and services.
This role acts as the primary liaison between Common App and government entities and leads strategic business development for state-level initiatives. They ensure that Common App’s priorities are represented in the policymaking arena and that new partnership opportunities are proactively identified and pursued.
The Director will monitor legislative and regulatory developments, assess potential policy and market impacts, and provide strategic recommendations to leadership. They will also work to cultivate, pitch, and secure agreements with state systems, higher education agencies, and education coalitions, positioning Common App as a trusted voice and preferred partner in state and national higher education policy and access initiatives.