College Advising Sales Representative

About This Role

Serve as a trusted local resource for families navigating college and career planning, blending relationship-building, community presence, and lead generation to help families make informed choices. This role focuses on a career-first approach to college, helping families save on costs.

Responsibilities

• Generate and nurture leads by building a strong local pipeline through conversations, events, referrals, and community outreach.
• Prospect and network with parents, schools, nonprofits, youth organizations, and local businesses to expand Pathfinders’ presence and partnerships.
• Engage parents one-on-one and in group settings, serving as a trusted guide and starting meaningful conversations about college and career planning.
• Build and maintain community partnerships that create long-term visibility and opportunities for Pathfinders.
• Serve as a local ambassador, representing Pathfinders at school events, community fairs, fundraisers, and parent gatherings.
• Plan, host, and attend in-person events and tabling opportunities, including “Coffee and College,” workshops, and sponsored community events.
• Develop and manage a local engagement pipeline, tracking connections and following up with interested families.
• Use newsletters, social media, and outreach tools to keep families informed, engaged, and connected.
• Provide feedback and insight to help shape how Pathfinders grows and connects locally.

Requirements

• Reside in OH, NC, CO, MI, GA
• Seeking an hourly + commission based role
• Natural connector who enjoys starting conversations and building trust.
• Comfortable with lead generation, follow-up, and relationship management.
• Has high schoolers of their own and understands college planning stress.
• Enjoys being out in the community and representing a mission.
• Organized, proactive, and motivated by making a real difference for families.

Skills

* Required skills