Regional Director, Campus Partnerships (PA, IN, NJ, OH)

Company Introduction

WorldStrides is the global leader in educational travel and experiential learning. The company was founded in 1967 to provide middle school travel programs to Washington, D.C. and has grown to provide a wide range of programs for more than half a million students annually to over 100 countries around the world. WorldStrides offers experiential learning programs in educational travel, performing arts, language immersion, career exploration, service-learning, study abroad, and sports. Each of these experiences helps students to see beyond the classroom and to see the world – and themselves – in new ways.

Job Description:

Reporting to the Associate Vice President, Campus Partnerships, the Regional Director is part of our Campus Partnerships team that serves as connectors for our U.S. partner colleges and universities to the large portfolio of opportunities for students across WorldStrides Higher Ed, including ISA, TEAN, and our faculty-led custom programs. Regional Directors are an important part of the team, serving as first point of contact for university partners and recruiting study abroad students in their assigned region. The Regional Directors’ main areas of responsibility include lead generation, new business and program development, territory growth, and relationship management in order to foster exceptional service to our partners and meet enrollment and revenue goals for WorldStrides Higher Ed.

Responsibilities:

• Develop a comprehensive awareness and understanding of ISA and TEAN's relationship with our U.S. partners (current and aspirational) in your territory.
• Work closely with partners on affiliation and associated benefits, program approvals, portfolio development, and strategic programming. Participate in student-facing events such as fairs and other recruitment activities, pre-departure orientations, and re-entry support.
• Follow standards of best practices in education abroad. Seek leadership opportunities and engagement with the field through conference participation and conference presentations.
• Stay current with Higher Ed. trends such as equity and access in education abroad.
• Develop and implement a strategic plan to achieve enrollment and revenue goals for assigned territory. Manage detailed record keeping pertaining to the universities within your portfolio.Work closely with student Global Ambassadors and/or Peer Advisors in the assigned region.
• This job is a home-based role with regular travel of approximately 70-90 days to campuses, events, and conferences per year.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Study Abroad or other international travel experience
• Experience in public speaking, networking, and relationship building
• Successful track record of increasing YoY enrollments and revenue
• Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment
• Clear and empathetic communicator, with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of adaptability, flexibility, and creative problem-solving skills
• Ability to work autonomously within collaborative team environment
• Home office required in the region: Pennsylvania, Ohio or Indiana
• Preferred Qualifications:
• 3+ years of experience in the field of international education
• Location(s)- This is a remote position within the preferred locations stated below, unless within driving distance of a WorldStrides office assuming a hybrid schedule of Tues./Wed./Thurs. in office.

Work Perks

• Fun & driven environment.
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage, life, accidental death and dismemberment, accident, critical illness, and disability insurance, FSA healthcare, FSA dependent care, HSA with employer contribution, and generous 401k match.
• 12 paid floating corporate holidays, 1 paid volunteer day & accrue up to 25 PTO days to start – up to 28 over 3 years, 1 mental health day per quarter, and 5 bereavement days.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually or $1,000 towards professional certification annually.
• Opportunities for paid and discounted travel.
• Flexible work schedule providing on-site, remote, and virtual office opportunities.
• Encouraged participation in our Employee Resource Groups and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion council.
• Fitness Center and café onsite at select locations.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Parental, Caregiver, and Disability leave.
• Team Member Discount Program

 

Maryland Salary Range$50,000—$50,000 USD

The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount WorldStrides is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.

Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate’s offer letter.

New York Salary Range$50,000—$50,000 USD

The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount WorldStrides is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.

Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate’s offer letter.

Massachusetts Salary Range$50,000—$50,000 USD

 

WorldStrides, a global organization, is committed to educate and serve communities worldwide. Our commitment is fueled by the passion of our team members and partners to make experiential learning accessible, while also being socially, environmentally, and ethically responsible. Together, we accomplish this by investing in initiatives to promote inclusion, diversity, and sustainability.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WorldStrides is committed to building a diverse workforce, supported by an environment that promotes inclusion and belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

WorldStrides will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, J-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Select seasonal roles may consider students on J-1 or F-1 visas. 

 

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