[Remote] Director, Government Relations & State Partnerships at Common

Arlington, Virginia, United States

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Requirements

Live in the United States
Willing to travel to attend twice annual Common App Retreat
Bachelor’s degree in public administration, government, or education, or a relevant field
Equivalent combination of education and experience
8-10 years of functional experience
6-8 years of experience as a people manager
Proven ability to engage higher education executives and other stakeholders to build strategic partnerships and influence policy
Skilled at representing organizational priorities in public forums
Demonstrated proficiency in multi-state government relations
Demonstrated ability to identify, develop, and close strategic partnership opportunities in the education or public sector market
Expertise in government affairs with the ability to influence and advance policy goals
Demonstrated success with consultative or solution-based selling to state-level education agencies or systems
Strong negotiation, presentation, and relationship management skills
Proven track record with state contracting and procurement processes
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strategic, proactive, and adaptable thinker
Ability to manage multiple high-priority initiatives simultaneously
Deep knowledge of the higher education landscape, including state and system-level policy

Responsibilities

Execute on Common App’s strategy to engage federal, state, and local government officials, policymakers, and key stakeholders
Secure system level agreements for Common App products, programs, and services
Act as primary liaison between Common App and government entities
Lead strategic business development for state-level initiatives
Represent Common App’s priorities in the policymaking arena
Identify and pursue new partnership opportunities with state systems, higher education agencies, and education coalitions
Cultivate and pitch agreements with state systems, higher education agencies, and education coalitions
Position Common App as a trusted voice and preferred partner in state and national higher education policy and access initiatives
Monitor legislative and regulatory developments
Assess potential policy and market impacts
Provide strategic recommendations to leadership

Common

Coliving spaces with private room rentals

About Common

Common.com provides coliving spaces in urban areas, offering private room rentals within shared homes. The company targets young professionals and digital nomads who seek flexible and friendly housing solutions. Each home is fully furnished with high-quality furniture and includes private bedrooms, shared common areas, and amenities like weekly cleaning and laundry facilities. Common.com differentiates itself by providing a hassle-free living experience with managed properties and a community network. Members can easily transfer between rooms or homes, making it a convenient option for those who value modern communal living.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

2015Year Founded

$137.3MTotal Funding

SERIES_DCompany Stage

Real EstateIndustries

51-200Employees

Risks

Increased competition from Habyt could threaten Common's market share.

Merger may lead to internal restructuring challenges and cultural clashes.

Expansion into St. Paul may face unforeseen regulatory or market acceptance challenges.

Differentiation

Common offers fully furnished homes with high-quality furniture from top brands.

The company provides private rooms with ensuite bathrooms in shared homes.

Common includes weekly cleaning, free laundry, and essential supplies in its rental fees.

Upsides

Merger with Habyt positions Common as a leading global co-living operator.

Partnerships with Clutter and Leeway Home enhance convenience and appeal.

Expansion into St. Paul, Minnesota, indicates growth opportunities in new markets.

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