National Partnership Development Specialist

Who You Are

You are passionate about helping students achieve their educational goals. You thrive in a competitive and collaborative team environment. You are comfortable working remotely and have experience collaborating with others in a virtual environment. You possess a strong attention to detail.

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven inside business development professional to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for initiating and nurturing partnerships with community colleges and higher education institutions nationwide. Your focus will be on securing strategic collaborations, executing virtual marketing initiatives, and expanding our outreach within the academic community. The ideal candidate is a persuasive communicator, a strategic thinker, and passionate about advancing educational access, supporting student success, and driving workforce development through innovative marketing and partnership strategies

Requirements

Who is American College of Education

Founded in 2005, American College of Education continues to be a leader in professional development through our online programs. The mission of ACE is to deliver high-quality, affordable and accessible online programs grounded in evidence-based content and relevant application. Our graduates are prepared to serve, lead and achieve personal and professional goals in diverse, evolving communities. As a socially conscious institution, we’re dedicated to making a positive impact and inspiring our students to do the same.

ACE is a mission-driven institution continually recognized for its commitment to social responsibility and positive impact. As an Impact Institution, we believe we have a responsibility to our students, alumni, employees, communities, and society as a whole. Guided by our core values, we strive to create meaningful impact that extends well beyond our bottom line.

Who You Are

You are passionate about helping students achieve their educational goals. You thrive in a competitive and collaborative team environment. You are comfortable working remotely and have experience collaborating with others in a virtual environment. You possess a strong attention to detail.

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven inside business development professional to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for initiating and nurturing partnerships with community colleges and higher education institutions nationwide. Your focus will be on securing strategic collaborations, executing virtual marketing initiatives, and expanding our outreach within the academic community. The ideal candidate is a persuasive communicator, a strategic thinker, and passionate about advancing educational access, supporting student success, and driving workforce development through innovative marketing and partnership strategies

Compensation

ACE is committed to paying a competitive wage while staying true to our mission of maintaining high quality, affordable programs for our students. The starting salary range for this position is $60,000 plus all full-time employees are eligible for an annual bonus. Offers vary depending on education, prior experience, and expertise being applied to the role.

What We Look for in the Ideal Candidate

• Clear, persuasive verbal and written communication tailored to higher education stakeholders, including administrators, faculty, and workforce development leaders.

• Experience with consultative outreach—including cold calling, lead nurturing, and relationship-building—with an emphasis on aligning solutions to institutional priorities such as enrollment growth and student success.

• Understanding of digital marketing channels and how to position offerings in virtual spaces to engage both academic decision-makers and career services teams.

• Familiarity with tools like CRM, Power BI, and Campus Nexus (or similar student information systems) for managing partner relationships and tracking student advancement outcomes.

• Ability to align outreach with broader institutional goals such as workforce development, career readiness, and community engagement.

• Skilled in managing multiple partnership campaigns and follow-ups simultaneously, ensuring timely communication and progress toward shared objectives.

• Knowledge of higher education structures, funding models, and decision-making processes, including how community colleges collaborate with local employers and workforce boards.

Day to Day Responsibilities

In this role, you will serve as an ambassador for ACE, leveraging your expertise to cultivate partnerships and drive student enrollment. Your leadership and initiative will be critical in the following areas:

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Maintains