Job Details

Overview

Job Title: Director of Sales and Outreach Services

Location: Remote - Ohio (Regional Travel up to 50-75%)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: Base Salary + Commission Model

Why Join New Story?

• Mission-Driven Work: Contribute to a cause that supports student achievement and developmental growth.
• Collaborative Culture: Be part of the In District Services Business Development team that partners closely with school districts, HR, and Leadership.
• Growth Opportunities: Develop professionally through training, mentorship, and potential advancement pathways.
• Competitive Benefits: Health, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, and employer-paid life and disability coverage.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Financial support for continuing education.
• Flexible Work: Remote-first role with 50-75% regional travel required for team collaboration, meetings, school district visits and training sessions.

Your Role as a Director of Sales and Outreach Services

The Director of Sales and Outreach Services will lead, plan, and implement growth strategies to expand New Storys In-District Services across Ohio and surrounding regions. Acting as the key liaison between New Story and external partners, youll strengthen relationships with school districts and state agencies to support impactful service delivery and long-term collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Growth & Planning Develop and execute regional territory plans that support new opportunities, service expansion, and renewals. Create clear systems to monitor referral activity, outreach outcomes, and territory performance.
• Partnership Development Cultivate and manage long-term relationships with school districts, schools, state agencies, and community organizations. Educate partners on the organizations solutions and services, and build strong support for our mission through collaborative engagement.
• Business Development Execution Generate new leads through outbound prospecting, deliver tailored sales presentations that address district needs, and drive the end-to-end sales cycle from prospecting to closing. Recommend and implement strategies that improve customer satisfaction, retention, and loyalty.
• Data & Reporting Provide leadership with detailed reporting on outreach efforts, pipeline progress, and territory performance. Offer data-driven insights that inform strategic adjustments and ensure alignment with fiscal and mission-based goals.
• Representation & Leadership Serve as a visible ambassador at networking, community, and industry events. Model excellence in relationship management, communication, and organizational leadership, bringing an entrepreneurial and collaborative approach to engaging diverse stakeholders and advancing our mission.

What You Bring

• Bachelors degree in business administration, marketing, sales, education, or a related field.
• Background in school leadership or past educational sales experience.
• Past success working with communities and strategic partners, with the ability to cultivate existing relationships.
• Ability and willingness to travel 50-75% regionally to engage with partners and participate in events.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in business administration or education.
• Familiarity with K-12 education, education policy, higher education, and public funding structures.

Be Part of a Team That Values People First

At New Story, we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of employment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to join us in our mission to create opportunities for every student and employee to thrive.