Director of Engagement, AP Credit and Placement

Director of Engagement, AP Credit and Placement

College Board – AP&I

Location:

• This is a remote role. Candidates who live near CB offices have the option of being fully remote or hybrid (Tuesday and Wednesday in office). All CB employees are required to occasionally travel to meet in person for business purposes.

Role Type:

• This is a full-time position

About the Team

The College Board’s Advanced Placement and Instruction (AP&I) division develops and administers coursework taken by almost 4 million students worldwide each school year, and the related subject- matter exams utilized by thousands of colleges and universities for course placement and awarding of

college credit. The AP Product Strategy department in the AP&I division identifies and evaluates new program opportunities, including ways to expand upon AP’s value proposition, and secures AP’s value to students and families.

The AP Credit and Placement team, an expanding, nine-person unit which sits within the AP Product Strategy department, achieves ambitious goals for credit availability across all AP courses, both established and recently launched courses, as well as contributing to the development of and laying a

foundation for credit availability for courses that have yet to launch. The team is committed to expanding opportunities for students, and is equally committed to assuring that colleges and universities find value in providing students with advanced placement and credit for their AP scores.

The AP Credit and Placement team is dedicated to expanding AP’s reach by developing and implementing strategies that secure AP credit policies, helping students earn college credit and placement. The team builds scalable models that enhance faculty understanding of AP course and exam content and student outcomes. Our team is dedicated to forward-thinking policy development and to ensuring that AP continues to be valued by and provide value to higher education leaders for its role in preparing and accelerating students.

About the Opportunity

As the Director of Engagement, AP Credit and Placement, you love the idea of spending time developing models for reaching hundreds of higher ed decision-makers – and then doubling that – while maintaining the quality of those interactions and their impact on perceptions of how AP prepares students for post-secondary success. You will think at scale, communicate the impact of your work using metrics, and develop strategies to achieve your goals.

In this role, you will:

Design & Develop Strategic Vision for Expansion (33%)

• Craft a compelling vision and strategic plan grounded in data for how to execute faculty and college administrator engagement campaigns that significantly increase familiarity and raise participants' perceptions of AP

• Consider and design new initiatives or partnerships (e.g., webinars, convenings, regional symposia) that build on existing engagement (ex. MSI events, New Course Webinar) to reach faculty and academic leaders at scale

• Develop strategy to deepen engagement with all colleges and universities, with specific focus on minority-serving institutions

Communicate and Implement Broadened Engagement Plan (33%)

• Develop and execute the Faculty Symposium and other events aligned to organizational priorities

• Implement new initiatives and partnerships identified through strategic planning, reaching faculty and academic leaders in scaled ways

• Cultivate and build a pool of qualified, well-respected Faculty experts who build confidence in AP through individualized outreach, disciplinary conferences, and/or convenings

Measure, Evaluate, and Analyze Impact of Events (33%)

• Evaluate current engagement events (including Faculty Symposium) and make recommendations and decisions to ensure ongoing quality and engagement

• Track and assess the impact of engagement efforts on perceptions of AP and credit, using clear metrics and demonstrated outcomes

• Coordinate with the AP Program's Curriculum and Assessment, AP Product Strategy, and AP New Course Development staff to stay abreast of new and revised AP courses and the development of materials, informing where engagement should focus next

About You

• 7+ years of comparable experience in education, non-profits, or volunteer engagement organizations

• Strong organization and prioritization skills and the proven ability to move forward multiple projects in

• concert, both independently and as a member of the team.

• Adept problem-solving skills, including using data to inform decisions and actions.

• Proven ability to build relationships and influence others to action.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including facilitating meetings and presenting remotely and in-person to groups of 15 or more

• Knowledge of current Higher Education policy relative to articulation, academic course equivalence, and

• persistence and degree completion

• An understanding of current higher education trends and an ability to connect AP’s relevance to those trends

• A passion for supporting educational and career opportunities for millions of students

• The ability to travel 8-10 times a year to College Board offices or on behalf of College Board business

• Authorization to work in the United States

• At times this role will have physical requirements: lifting boxes, packing items, standing for long periods of time.

All roles at College Board require:

• A passion for expanding educational and career opportunities and mission-driven work

• Curiosity and enthusiasm for emerging technologies, with a willingness to experiment with and adopt new AI-driven solutions and comfort with learning and applying new digital tools independently and proactively.

• Clear and concise communication skills, written and verbal

• A learner's mindset and a commitment to growth: welcoming diverse perspectives, giving and receiving timely, respectful feedback, and continuously improving through iterative learning and user input.

• A drive for impact and excellence: solving complex problems, making data-informed decisions, prioritizing what matters most, and continuously improving through learning, user input, and external benchmarking.

• A collaborative and empathetic approach: working across differences, fostering trust, and contributing to a culture of shared success

• Authorization to work in the United States

About Our Process

• Application 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.

• While the hiring process 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.

What We Offer

At College Board, we offer more than 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.

A Thoughtful Approach to Compensation

• The hiring range for this role is $80,000–$135,000.

• 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.

• We adjust salaries by location to ensure fairness, no matter where you live.

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.

About College Board

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.

Mission

Clearing a path for all students to own their future.

What Guides Us

At College Board, our work is guided by four Operating Principles, and we seek team members who not only align with these principles but actively live them out in their day-to-day work​.

• Prioritize and Simplify– We focus on what matters most, reduce complexity, and move quickly when needed.

• Say and Receive– We give and receive feedback candidly and kindly, welcoming growth and healthy debate.

• Go for Greatness– We pursue excellence using data, iteration, and bold thinking to raise the bar.

• Lead as One College Board– We build a culture of trust, inclusion, and shared responsibility for long-term impact.

We Value and Provide Growth, Recognition, and Purpose

In 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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Learn more about College Board’s Operating Principles, Our Remote-first Workplace Policy,Benefits, Recruiting Process and More.

EEOC statement

College Board is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We’re committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.