Manager, Funded Partnerships (K12) - Remote

Overview

The Manager of Funded Partnerships at WGU is responsible for developing and managing partnerships within the K12 education sector, ensuring effective collaboration and communication between internal teams and external partners.

In Short

• Lead the development of new partnerships in the K12 education sector.
• Train and onboard internal teams on partnership strategies.
• Manage and coach a team focused on partnership processes.
• Collaborate with various departments to support teacher candidates.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal partnership requirements.
• Analyze data to support partnership effectiveness.
• Develop strategic plans to adapt to changes in education.
• Facilitate partnership meetings and conflict resolution.
• Provide thought leadership in partnership growth.
• Monitor team performance and operational metrics.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field; master's preferred.
• Three years of experience supervising remote employees.
• Experience with federal and state funded partnerships.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of higher education funding mechanisms.
• Proficiency in project management tools.
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in B2B relationship maintenance.
• Ability to work collaboratively with legal teams.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible paid time off and sick leave.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Discounted WGU tuition.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Parental leave up to 12 weeks.
• Performance bonuses.
• Wellbeing program.
• Legal and identity theft coverage.
• Accident and critical illness coverage.