Director, Career Strategy

**Director, Career Strategy & Engagement– Northeast Region** Location: Remote but must reside in **Northeast Region** The Strategic Reach and Workforce Partnership Team drives integrated career state plays; ensuring College Board is seen as a state’s talent development advisor via partnerships across government, education agencies, employers, and workforce development partners. We aim to enable all CB products, and especially AP Career Kickstart courses, to thrive and both students and states see a broader set of future options for ALL students. At this pivotal moment in education, College Board is deepening its commitment to preparing students for success – both in college and in high-growth careers. As states accelerate access to career-connected learning, we are seizing the moment with programs like helping to reimagine what’s possible for students—by bridging rigorous academics with real-world career skills and opportunity.This role is central to realizing that vision. It brings strategic clarity, operational excellence, and inspirational leadership to three high-impact domains: **Career-Connected Event Execution** Lead the design and delivery of high-profile convenings that energize the field, elevate our mission, and catalyze momentum—while streamlining the experience for external partners and internal teams. This is about elevating visibility and momentum without increasing the load on external partners – or internally for our field staff team. **Build cross-sector partnerships** with education, workforce, and industry leaders This role demands a strong communicator and collaborator—someone who can navigate complexity, align stakeholders, and drive impact across teams. While this person will report directly to the ED in Strategic Reach and Workforce Partnerships, he/she will work closely with the State and District Partnerships (SDP) team in their given region. Day-to-day priorities and strategic direction will be heavily influenced by Regional and state leadership, requiring someone with strong communication and collaboration skills.**In this role, you will:** As Director of Career-Connected Engagement, you will drive regional strategy, foster cross-sector collaboration, and empower internal teams to scale impact. In this role, you will: Provide CTE, workforce, career-connected education and expertise to regional staff as they implement career-aligned offerings as well as support schools and districts participating in College Board’s career offerings. 5+ years of experience in education partnerships, workforce development, or career pathways in the Deep belief in **education as a lever for equity** and deep commitment to College Board’s mission of promoting educational equity, access, and excellence for students of all backgrounds. Strong **relationship-building and cross-sector engagement skills.** Excellent written and verbal communication, and the ability to **translate vision into action** Knowledge of career pathways, CTE, and regional job market dynamics (specifically in this region). Strong organization and prioritization skills and the proven ability to move forward multiple time-sensitive projects in concert, both independently and as a member of the team Willingness and ability to travel extensively in the Northeast region to support state-level workExperience using project management platforms like Asana, and customer relationship management platforms like Salesforce Clear and concise communication skills, written and verbal **About Our Process*** While the may vary, it generally includes: resume and application submission, recruiter phone/video screen, hiring manager interview, performance exercise such as live coding, a panel interview, a conversation with leadership and reference checks.*A Thoughtful Approach to Compensation** The hiring range for this role is $80,000 –$135,000* We adjust salaries by **location** to ensure fairness, no matter where you live* Your exact salary will depend on your location, experience, and how your background compares to others in similar roles at the College Board.* We aim to make our best offer upfront—rooted in fairness, transparency, and market data.You’ll have open, transparent conversations about compensation, benefits, and what it’s like to work at College Board throughout your hiring process. Check out our careers page for more.#LI-remote#LI-MD1Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.**What We Offer** At College Board, we offer more than just a paycheck—we provide a meaningful career, a supportive team, and a comprehensive package designed to help you thrive. We’re a self-sustaining nonprofit that believes in fair and competitive compensation, grounded in your qualifications, experience, impact, and the market.College Board reaches more than 7 million students a year, helping them navigate the path from high school to college and career. We’re a mission-driven, not-for-profit membership organization dedicated to excellence in education. Founded 125 years ago, we are committed to clearing a path for all students to own their future. We pioneered programs like the SAT and AP to expand opportunities for students and help them develop the skills they need. Our BigFuture program helps students plan for college, pay for college, and explore careers. Learn more at **cb.org**. ### We Value and Provide Growth, Recognition, and PurposeIn addition to a competitive salary and benefits, we offer:* Annual bonuses and opportunities for merit-based raises and promotions* A mission-driven workplace where your impact matters* A team that invests in your development and success
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