Outreach Development Specialist

Outreach Development Specialist

ID


2026-1729

Job Locations

US-IL-Chicago

Category


Admissions/Enrollment

Position Type


Staff (Full-Time)

Overview

Who We Are:

National Louis is a 135+ year old university that has been grounded in the values of innovation, access, excellence, and equity from its inception. As an institution, we believe in providing access to educational opportunity and that education is our greatest lever for social and economic mobility. We are a student-focused community that is committed to continuous improvement and superior student service. We believe that through education we are able to empower change and build healthy communities. Our hard-working community is based on collaboration and respect for all team members and students.

What You Will Do:

National Louis University (NLU) is looking for a strategic, high-energy Outreach Development Specialist to drive partnership, enrollment, and revenue growth within the K-12 and Early Childhood sectors. This role is a unique blend of mission-driven advocacy and high-level business development. We need a professional who can navigate the complexities of a university ecosystem while maintaining the drive and efficiency of a seasoned sales professional.

Essential Responsibilities

Strategic Partnership & Sales Growth

Identify & Secure: Proactively scout and secure new partnership opportunities within assigned K-12 and Early Childhood verticals.

• Negotiate & Close: Lead the delivery and negotiation of contractual agreements in coordination with the Asst. Director of Partnerships.

• Results-Driven Execution: Take ownership of your territory's growth, translating NLU's overarching strategic plan into actionable, localized outreach that hits enrollment and revenue targets.

High-Stakes Presentation & Communication

• Dynamic Presentations: Design and conduct high-impact information sessions for diverse stakeholders-from one-on-one meetings with Center Directors to board-level presentations for school districts.

• Persuasive Storytelling: Use your exceptionalpresentation skills to transform complex academic programs into compelling, value-driven narratives that inspire institutional commitment.

• Internal Diplomacy: Build and strengthen connections with NLU's internal academic partners to ensure our offerings remain aligned with market needs.

Operational Excellence & Time Management

• Strategic Time Management: Effectively prioritize your calendar between lead generation, client meetings, and internal collaboration to maximize territory impact.

• Data Integrity: Meticulously manage and document day-to-day activities within NLU's CRM (Salesforce) to create total transparency for the leadership team.

• Market Analysis: Stay abreast of industry trends and competitor landscapes to identify untapped opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience: 3-5 years of related experience, including a proven background in sales or business development.

• Education: Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.

• Mindset: Results-driven with a track record of meeting or exceeding growth targets and KPIs.

• Technical Proficiency: High-level MS Office skills (advanced PowerPoint for decks, Excel for data tracking, and Word for contract drafts) and experience with CRM systems (Salesforce).

• Communication: Mastery of presentation delivery and the ability to influence executive-level decision-makers.

• Organizational Skills: Exceptional time management abilities with the discipline to manage a remote or field-based portfolio independently.

NLU Inclusion Statement:

National Louis University is deeply committed to serving its community, advancing access and equity, and ensuring that all individuals are welcomed and valued. We are dedicated to fostering a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion remain at the core of who we are. These are more than just words to us: they are truly a way of life for the NLU community. We recognize that differences in abilities, age, ethnicity, gender (identity and expression), race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, and background bring richness to our work environment. We affirm diverse perspectives, innovative contributions, and authentic presentations of self from every member within the NLU community. We believe inclusion is grounded in the actions we intentionally take each day. Our goal is to inspire and empower NLU employees and community members to cultivate an environment where we collectively focus on uplifting and advancing our institutional culture.

Compensation and Benefits

At National Louis University, we offer our employees an innovative environment to work together and inspire the ideas that will make an impact. As our external environment changes, our employees are provided the opportunities and tools needed to grow both personally and professionally to remain successful. NLU employees and dependents are offered a wide range of benefits, including but not limited to, Health Insurance benefits, Retirement benefits, Paid Time Off and Educational Opportunities. Additional information regarding full-time staff benefits can be found here.

The salary range of the grade for this position is $47,365 to $66,311 annually. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. Offers are based on multiple factors permitted by law, including but not limited to: budgetary considerations, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, market considerations, tenure and standing with the university (applicable to current employees), and internal equity.

Application Instructions

Please Include the following along with your application:

• Resume (Required)
• Cover Letter (Optional)
• Current NLU employees please also submit an Internal Posting Form