Technical Product Manager

Job Description

ABOUT US

Do you have a passion for higher education? Do you want to make a positive impact on the college admissions process? Our staff help to remove barriers and encourage students to forge their path to a better future. Common App is a national not-for-profit organization dedicated to the pursuit of access, equity, and integrity in the college admission process. Each year we support more than 1 million students, one-third of whom are first-generation, as they apply to our more than 1000 diverse member colleges & universities using the Common App's free online application. 

If you are an experienced Technical Product Manager professional and want to be part of a mission-driven non-profit that uses innovative technology to advance the college admission process, Common App may be a great match for you. Common App is currently searching for a Technical Product Manager. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Technical Product Manager plays a critical role in the success of the Common Application system by driving the definition, development, and roll-out of technical solutions. This role requires close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to align product development with business processes, user needs, and organizational goals. Acting as a product owner within an Agile framework, the Technical Product Manager ensures effective communication, manages priorities, and supports the successful launch and adoption of Common App solutions.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

This role requires:

• Candidates must live in the United States.
• Bachelor's degree or higher from four-year college or university; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 4-6 years of successful, progressive experience in a product management or related position working closely with modern web-based software solutions. 
• Skilled project manager with a proven ability to scope, develop, track and accurately manage technical products, including deliverables, timelines and follow through. 
• Strong problem-solving, communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills, including the ability to build solid relationships and support among a broad range of people and positions.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and diverse environment and take initiative in individual contributor work.
• Strong organizational and demonstrated ability to effectively support and lead teams productively in a matrixed team environment
• Demonstrated self-guided initiative.  

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Experience in Agile scrum methodology as a product owner
• Experience in higher education enrollment management 
• A passion for higher education is a plus. 

PAY RANGE

$95,000 - $106,632

Benefits

Common App is a virtual first environment. We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive salary and an extensive benefits package including: 

• Work-Life balance
• Virtual-first office
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Seven company-wide holidays
• Nine floating holidays*
• Sick leave
• Monthly mental health day

*floating holidays prorated depending on start date

• Virtual-first support
• Choice of PC of MAC laptop
• May choose an external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and/or headset
• One-time office set-up stipend
• Monthly remote work stipend
• Monthly mobile stipend
• Financial security
• Market-based salaries
• Performance-based bonus
• 403(b) retirement plan
• 5% company contribution
• additional 5% company match
• 3-year vesting schedule
• Participation may begin immediately
• Health & wellness
• Choice of two health insurance plans
• Health Savings Account, depending on health plan selection
• Medical Flexible Savings Account, depending on health plan selection
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Insurance coverage begins on the date of hire
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Maven virtual clinic for women’s and family health
• Company provided life and ad&d insurance
• Opportunity to purchase additional life insurance for self, spouse, and dependents
• Company provided short and long-term disability insurance
• Career development
• Budgeted annual funds for professional development
• Growth opportunities within the company
• Additional perks
• Mutual of Omaha Employee Assistance Program
• Mutual of Omaha will preparation services
• Mutual of Omaha travel assistance
• Payroll dedication pet insurance through PinPaws
• 1Password family account

We work to maintain the best possible environment for our staff, where people can learn and grow. We strive to provide a diverse, collaborative, team-oriented, creative environment where each person feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning, and culture.

HOW DO I APPLY

To apply for this opportunity, send your resume and cover letter with salary expectations.

Common App is a not-for-profit membership organization dedicated to students and those who support them as they make their way through the college selection and application process. Our mission began 40 years ago and today we provide a centralized way to apply to more than 800 institutions around the world. We continue to be driven by the pursuit of access, equity, and integrity in the college admission process and we won’t stop until all students see college as a viable option and enjoy the opportunities it offers.