Regional Executive Director

CollegeSpring

. Lead CollegeSpring's overall success throughout the Southeast region .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $142,000 - $206,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in driving organizational growth through strategic partnerships and fundraising, while ensuring exceptional program delivery and team development. Possesses financial acumen for managing budgets and achieving revenue goals within the education and nonprofit sectors.

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Strategic Partnership DevelopmentFundraising ExperienceTeam LeadershipFinancial ManagementEducational Equity Commitment

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Hard Skills

Budget ManagementRevenue ForecastingMarket ExpansionProgram ImplementationData Monitoring

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsNegotiation SkillsRelationship BuildingPresentation Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in EducationBachelor's Degree in BusinessBachelor's Degree in Public AdministrationBachelor's Degree in Public PolicyBachelor's Degree in Nonprofit Management

Industry Keywords

K-12 EducationNonprofit ManagementPhilanthropyPublic SectorHigher Education

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead CollegeSpring's overall success throughout the Southeast region
Grow CollegeSpring's impact by securing philanthropic and earned revenue
Develop strategic partnerships and expand into new markets
Ensure exceptional program delivery for partners and students
Lead regional fundraising, market growth, partner success, and regional team leadership
Achieve regional student growth and impact goals
Achieve annual regional fundraising and earned revenue goals
Maintain 85% partner retention through exceptional partner experience
Develop and execute the regional growth strategy
Identify new school districts, nonprofit organizations, higher education institutions, and funding opportunities
Cultivate relationships with foundations, corporations, government agencies, major donors, and strategic partners
Represent CollegeSpring to education leaders, policymakers, funders, and community organizations
Lead, coach, and develop the regional team, including Program Experience Partners
Develop partner-specific implementation strategies and ensure successful program launches
Collaborate with national Program, Advancement, Finance, Marketing, Technology, and Operations teams
Monitor regional performance, partner feedback, and student outcomes using data
Develop and manage regional budgets, revenue forecasts, and financial performance
Ensure regional operations, people, and resources deliver consistent, high-quality execution and sustainable growth
Report to the Chief Executive Officer and serve as a member of the Senior Leadership Team
Travel regularly throughout the Southeast, including day trips and occasional overnight travel; up to 10% additional overnight and out-of-state travel may be required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Education, Business, Public Administration, Public Policy, Nonprofit Management, or a related field
15+ years of progressively responsible leadership experience in education, nonprofit, public sector, or a related field
Demonstrated success leading organizational growth through strategic partnerships, business development, or market expansion
Proven fundraising experience, including foundation, corporate, government, and/or major donor cultivation
Experience developing executive-level relationships with school districts, nonprofit organizations, higher education institutions, foundations, corporations, or government agencies
Demonstrated success leading and developing high-performing teams
Strong financial and business acumen, including experience managing budgets, forecasting revenue, and achieving financial goals
Exceptional communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
Demonstrated ability to think strategically while executing operationally in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment
Strong commitment to educational equity and a belief that all students can achieve at high levels
Must be able to stand or sit for prolonged periods
Must be able to lift, carry, or transport educational or promotional materials and/or equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
Preferred: Experience working with K-12 school systems, charter organizations, higher education institutions, or statewide education initiatives
Preferred: Knowledge of the K-12 education landscape, funding structures, and policy environment
Preferred: Experience leading regional or statewide nonprofit operations
Preferred: Existing relationships within the region’s education, philanthropic, nonprofit, or business communities

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts
403(b) retirement plan with employer match
32 paid days of office closures
20 days PTO in your first year
5 sick days
2 paid days to volunteer in your community
Inclusive paid family leave
Annual work from home reimbursement