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Associate Executive Director - Ohio University

Academic Partnerships
flexible benefit account, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, retirement plan
United States
Mar 13, 2025

Risepoint assists primarily regional universities in increasing their access and impact by making their academic programs available to students online. Founded in 2007, Risepoint's mission is to expand access to high-quality, affordable, and workforce-relevant education, especially for working and adult students. Risepoint brings single-minded dedication to student success, an integrated set of services, and data-driven performance to our collaboration with university partners.

Job Summary:

The Associate Executive Director will represent Ohio University and recruit qualified students into online business or health degree programs throughout the state of Ohio. We are looking for an experienced sales or business professional, who is passionate about higher education and understands the value of advanced degree programs.

Day In a Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

  • Market the online business and healthcare degree programs offered by Ohio University.
  • Successfully develop and manage a territory of corporations, hospitals and community colleges to increase brand awareness and interest.
  • Achieve monthly lead, application, and enrollment goals by organizing and facilitating 12-15 recruiting events (information sessions) each month.
  • Consistently launch and optimize marketing campaigns and promotions to build new partnerships and strengthen existing agreements.
  • Utilize social media tools to expand recruiting and promoting efforts.
  • Expand knowledge of regional and national business/healthcare trends and effectively communicate to internal and external stakeholders on a regular basis.

Attributes Include:

  • Competitive, energetic, collaborative, positive attitude, self-motivated, resourceful, and persistent with careful attention to detail.
  • Ability to build strong relationships with potential students and administrators and be viewed as a team player.
  • Results oriented professional with consistent, strong verbal and written communication skills.

What You'll Need for Success:

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:

  • Bachelor's degree required with a minimum of 2 years of experience in sales, business, or healthcare industry-related experience.
  • Preferred: 2 years of experience in B2B sales and hospital/healthcare sales.
  • Must reside in the state of Ohio, preferably commutable distance from Ohio University.
  • Track record of highly competent organizational and time management skills; professional success and continuous career growth preferably in the education industry
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and be self-motivated to achieve monthly/quarterly KPIs.
  • Proficient with using Microsoft applications, CRM/Salesforce, and other systems.
  • This remote role requires extensive travel (up to 75%) across key counties in Ohio, focusing on active territory management in partnership with Ohio University.

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Risepoint is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Risepoint offers the following comprehensive benefits:

  • 18 days PTO + Winter Shutdown
  • 12 designated holidays + 1 floating holiday
  • Medical - four options
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life & Disability (company paid)
  • Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account
  • Retirement plan with company match
  • Maternity / Paternity / Parental Leave (company paid)
  • Volunteer Time Off

Supplemental Benefits:

  • Wellness program
  • Alternative medicine options
  • Pet discounts
  • Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity

Personal and Professional Development:

  • Continuous Professional and Leadership Development Programs
  • Tuition Reimbursement for employees and their dependents
  • Rewards & Recognition programs

Risepoint is an equal-opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce.

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