Sales director

Job Description

Job Description

At New Story, we believe every child has incredible potential. Guided by our values of integrity, accountability, collaboration, inclusion, and supportiveness, we deliver individualized education and therapeutic support that transforms lives. Join our team and make a lasting impact.

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

What You'll Need

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, sales, education, or a related field.

Background in school leadership or past educational sales experience.

Familiarity K-12 education, education policy, higher education, and public funding structures.

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.

Nice to Have : Master's Degree in business administration or education.

What You'll Do

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 organization’s 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.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Enjoy both paid time off, plus paid holidays

Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings

Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training

401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources

Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you

New Story is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at talent@newstory.com.