National University is committed to maintaining a high-quality workforce representative of the populations we serve. National University employs more than 4,500 faculty and staff and serves over 45,000 students. We are united in our mission to meet the global education demands of the 21st Century and are dedicated to creating a supportive academic and work environment. National University (NU) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant per applicable federal, state and local laws.
Executive Director
Location
United States
Posted
47 days ago
Salary
$131.9K - $151.6K / year
Job Description
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Master’s degree preferred
- Minimum of twelve (12) years of senior-level experience in edtech, education publishing, or adjacent mission-driven sectors required.
- Minimum of five (5) years of leadership experience required.
- Demonstrated experience owning enterprise-level revenue, renewals, and growth strategy.
- Proven success leading multi-year, complex sales and partnership agreements.
- Experience working across K–12 and higher education ecosystems preferred.
- Proven track record of beating revenue targets and scaling GTM engines.
- Deep expertise in enterprise sales, renewals, partnerships, and revenue operations.
- Strong command of Salesforce, forecasting discipline, and data-driven decision-making.
- Established national network across K–12 districts, state agencies, associations, and partners.
- Exceptional executive communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Ability to lead complex, cross-functional organizations with clarity and accountability.
- Advanced leadership skillset to include experience with success in coaching, developing, and inspiring high-performing teams.
- Skilled communicator with the ability to influence and build exceptional relationships with senior executives, donors, and partner, and lead complex cross-sector collaborations.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with strong operational discipline.
- Willingness to travel nationally (approximately 40%).
- Commitment to NU’s values of belonging, innovation, and community impact.
Benefits
- Comprehensive well-being benefits for you and your family
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