Hi,we’re glad you’re thinking about joining us.

Are you looking for purpose-driven work where Data makes a positive impact on communities around the world? If so, then Committee for Children is an amazing place to grow your career as a Principal Data Architect. We’re a social enterprise dedicated to advancing the well-being of children through social-emotional learning (SEL). As a Principal Data Architect at CFC, you will be responsible for developing and overseeing the organization’s data architecture strategy, as well as ensuring seamless data integration, storage, and flow across systems. This role also focuses on understanding emerging opportunities, challenges, and risks around data and building solutions that align with business strategy. Achieving effective collaboration with stakeholders and technical teams, as well as management data privacy, security, and compliance are key factors in this position's success.

Our team is collaborative, creative, and passionate about our work. Every day brings new challenges, and we jump at the opportunity to solve them. So, if you’re looking for a place that values your unique perspective and empowers you to do great work, then CFC is the place for you.

Let’s talk about benefits.

What we do matters. But we can’t achieve our goals unless we empower every team member to pursue their own goals and live a fulfilling personal life. Our benefits, perks, and rewards are aimed at doing just that: helping you live your best life at CFC.

• We cover 100% of your premiums for medical, dental and vision coverage and 60% for your dependent’s medical and dental premiums
• Retirement plan + company match up to 3%; CFC also may make an annual discretionary non-elective contribution on your behalf at the end of the year!
• A flexible work subsidy: $100 per month that you can use on things like phone and internet costs, office supplies, or even commuting costs
• 16 paid holidays (including winter break and 1 floating holiday), 3 weeks' vacation in your first year, and separate sick leave accrual
• Other great benefits include: monthly contribution to childcare and/or dependent expenses, FSA account, parental leave, sabbatical leave, employee assistance program, annual wellness reimbursement, growth and development opportunities, disability and life insurance.

What you’ll do when you join us:

Assess and develop enterprise-wide data management strategy and architecture

• Assess needs and opportunities for CFC data integration and uses
• Develop data models and concepts to move the business and organization forward
• Architect the flow and use of data between systems across CFC
• Represent effective use of data in organization decision making

Lead and support data architecture implementation

• Design and monitor data flows to/from CFC systems to improve processes, client experience, and program effectiveness
• Create large-scale data integration, transformation, and storage to enable effective enterprise-wide reporting and analytics
• Develop technology and design patterns for long-term sustainability of data solutions
• Ensure quality and availability of data for key business needs
• Unblock engineers, system administrators, and business partners facing tough data related challenges

Work with various experts to ensure the security, privacy, and compliance of our data systems

• Identify and manage risks around organization data
• Develop policies, guidelines, and procedures for effective data governance
• Represent data security, privacy, and compliance in organization decision making

Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 10+ years of experience developing data solutions including at least:
  • 7 years of experience with relational database technologies including SQL development and administration
  • 5 years of experience with No-SQL technologies such as key-value stores and document stores
  • 5 years of experience with data cleansing, integration, and transformation technologies
  • 5 years of experience with data warehousing/data lake technologies
• Experience in data privacy, security, and compliance with a strong grasp of cloud-based technologies (Azure preferred)
• Demonstrated experience and proficiency in the following competencies: project management, collaboration and data architecture.
• Advanced communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Strategic and tactical flexibility, with a proven ability to adapt to different levels of project complexity
• Advanced problem-solving skills and analytical skills, with the ability to diagnose issues and develop innovative solutions
• Ability to learn new tools and technologies quickly, document solutions effectively, and work under time constraints
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional periods of high volume
• Preferred but not required:
  • Experience in EdTech, digital sales and renewals, or ERP/CRM systems (NetSuite preferred)

• Note: This position is located in Seattle, Washington and employees are eligible to work remotely in any of the following states: AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, HI, IL, MA, NV, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OR, PA, TX, VA, WA
  

The hiring range for this position is $150,000–$190,000 annually. The pay offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors.

Transform the lives of millions.

Grow your career while you do it.

At Committee for Children, we’re dedicated to advocating for policies to enhance, gathering research to support, and developing educational programs to advance the safety and well-being of children through social-emotional learning (SEL). Our goal is to impact the lives of 100 million children around the world by 2030.

We’re best known for our innovative Second Step® family of SEL programs, which blend research and rigor with intuitive design to help young people build strengths that will help them realize their goals throughout life. And we feel like we’re still just getting started. We believe that if you make a positive impact on enough children, the ripple effect will help a family, school, community, and ultimately, the world.

We’re proudly building a more equitable workplace.

We’re committed to providing a place that empowers you to bring every bit of who you are to work. When you’re able to be yourself, you do your best work. It’s as simple as that. And to that end, we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We’re committed to cultivating a workplace in which diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and respected. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, without regard to race, color, age, disability, gender identity, marital status, national origin, genetics, religion, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Apply now and help us achieve our vision of safe children thriving in a just and peaceful world.

Hi, we’re glad you’re thinking about joining us.

Are you looking for purpose-driven work where Education Partnerships make a positive impact on communities around the world? If so, then Committee for Children is an amazing place to grow your career as an Account Executive. We’re a social enterprise dedicated to advancing the well-being of children through social-emotional learning (SEL).

CFC is seeking an Account Executive who will become a specialist on CFC’s programs, find opportunities to serve schools and districts and in doing so, achieve revenue targets. The new hire must be skilled at consultative sales and highly motivated to build new business in this territory. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of successfully selling digitally delivered instructional products and services and possesses knowledge of the K-12 sector.

As an Account Executive at CFC, you will manage an assigned territory(California)to support district priorities and initiatives around social-emotional learning (SEL). You’ll be responsible for proactive customer acquisition and expansion, managing ongoing relationships, and supporting your districts to achieve quarterly and annual revenue objectives. You will also represent CFC at industry events and conferences supporting and promoting CFC’s mission and establish credibility as a knowledgeable resource in SEL and CFC programs.

In this role, you will be responsible for selling the Second Step® program to schools and districts within your designated territory that are brand-new customers of our programs, as well as driving expansion opportunities with existing accounts. You will develop a territory plan and then execute it in order to meet/exceed your quarterly goals. You will be demonstrating Second Step® to school and district administrators to grow the Committee for Children footprint in your territory.

Our team is collaborative, creative, and passionate about our work. Every day brings new challenges, and we jump at the opportunity to solve them. So, if you’re looking for a place that values your unique perspective and empowers you to do great work, then CFC is the place for you.

You’ll have an opportunity to make an impact every day. You’ll have a say in the direction your career takes, the skills you learn, and the way we use Education Partnerships to transform the lives of children.

Let’s Talk About Benefits.

What we do matters. But we can’t achieve our goals unless we empower every team member to pursue their own goals and live a fulfilling personal life. Our benefits, perks, and rewards are aimed at doing just that: helping you live your best life at CFC.

• We cover 100% of your premiums for medical, dental and vision coverage and 60% for your dependent’s medical and dental premiums
• Retirement plan + company match up to 3%; CFC also may make an annual discretionary non-elective contribution on your behalf at the end of the year!
• A flexible work subsidy: $100 per month that you can use on things like phone and internet costs, office supplies, or even commuting costs
• 16 paid holidays (including winter break and 1 floating holiday), 3 weeks' vacation in your first year, and separate sick leave accrual
• Other great benefits include: monthly contribution to childcare and/or dependent expenses, FSA account, parental leave, sabbatical leave, employee assistance program, annual wellness reimbursement, growth and development opportunities, disability and life insurance.

What You’ll Do When You Join Us

Territory Sales, Development and Management:

• Drive new sales, expansion, and adoption of CFC programs to new and existing customers utilizing proven sales techniques, account strategy, and opportunity management to achieve quarterly & annual revenue goals
• Manage the full sales cycle, from prospecting to discovery, evaluation, procurement, and close
• Overcome customer objections by demonstrating ability to sell benefits not features
• Provide expertise and market knowledge to develop, oversee, and execute strategic territory plans to the PreK-12 education market to accelerate customer adoption and expand reach
• Meet and exceed quarterly and annual revenue targets Sales Metrics
• Maintain a thorough understanding of the educational marketplace, industry trends, competitor trends, and funding developments and apply that knowledge to your territory plans
• Provide timely and accurate reporting of pipeline, forecasts, account plans, and territory management activities as required
• Represent CFC at national and regional conferences and events to build strategic alliances, present with strategic partners and clients, and promote the awareness of CFC’s programs
• Conduct face-to-face meetings, presentations, and demonstrations with potential and existing clients within the assigned territory to build rapport and drive sales opportunities.
• Identify key decision-makers within target accounts and establish relationships to understand their needs and pain points, positioning CFC programs as solutions.
• Utilize a consultative sales approach to understand each district or school's unique challenges and goals and tailor solutions accordingly.
• Organize and participate in local events, such as district meetings, educational fairs, and community gatherings, to increase brand visibility and generate leads.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure seamless execution of sales strategies and provide feedback on market trends and customer insights gathered from field interactions.
• Regularly update territory plans based on market feedback, sales performance, and emerging opportunities to optimize sales efforts and achieve revenue targets.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of competitors' offerings and pricing strategies to differentiate CFC programs and services in the market effectively.
• To support decision-making and strategic planning initiatives, provide timely and accurate reporting of in-field activities, sales pipeline, and customer feedback to management.
• Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to travel within the assigned territory to meet with customers and prospects, attend events, and conduct business meetings.

Account Management

• Create and maintain effective account relationships and strategies to ensure a strong client base, strong district implementations, and new/renewal, and expansion sales opportunities
• Provide consultations, presentations, and webinars to districts and schools regarding program reviews, onboarding and implementation of CFC programs and services for new and expansion opportunities
• Collaborate with Customer Success team to ensure effective implementation and impact of CFC programs and services
• Maintain accurate, up to date and complete customer information, customer activity and opportunity details within the CRM

Market And Program Knowledge

• Maintain in-depth knowledge and expertise around CFC products, SEL market trends, school districts, competitive landscape, national and state funding policies, legislation and other factors
• Work closely with district and school leaders to develop deep and ongoing relationships and maintain knowledge of client initiatives, implementation practices, and potential barriers
• Act as an ongoing advisor with partners and district leaders for application and implementation of our programs in diverse educational and community settings
• Adapt to changing product, market and cultural sensitivities and assist customers in adapting to those changes including but not limited to program reviews, digital product purchases, license renewals, and implementation strategies

Here’s What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of sales experience in the edtech industry
• Prospecting: Works independently to identify and engage with potential leads and prospects. Utilizes a variety of strategies and channels effectively to generate a high volume of quality leads consistently.
• Discovery: Works independently at uncovering customer needs and pain points. Utilizes probing questions and active listening to deeply understand customer motivations and challenges.
• Presenting: Works independently to present products or services, tailoring the presentation to the audience's needs. Engages and persuades effectively, demonstrating deep product knowledge.
• Implementation Planning: Works independently and successfully develops comprehensive implementation plans for complex projects. Considers all aspects, dependencies, and potential roadblocks, ensuring smooth execution.
• Pipeline Management: Works independently to manage and optimize the sales pipeline. Utilizes advanced tools and strategies to consistently meet or exceed sales targets.
• Closing: Works independently and successfully closes deals by expertly recognizing buying signals, addressing objections, and creating a sense of urgency. Consistently achieves a high close rate.
• Collaboration: Works cooperatively with others, inside and outside CFC, to accomplish objectives to build and maintain mutually beneficial partnerships, leverage information, and achieve results.
• Adaptability: Open to change and new information; adapts behavior or work methods to changing needs and environments while maintaining positive relationships and effective work habits.
• Software Applications: Experienced in MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
• CRM: Utilization experience (NetSuite, Salesforce, etc.)
• Note: This position is remote, but we are currently only considering candidates who reside in California.

The annual base pay range for this position is $90,000-$110,000 annually, with a target incentive of 25% of base for meeting established sales goals, with an increasing incentive for exceeding goals up to 100% of base pay. Actual base pay takes into account job-related knowledge, skills and experience required for the role, and internal equity.

Transform the lives of millions.
Grow your career while you do it.

At Committee for Children, we’re dedicated to advocating for policies to enhance, gathering research to support, and developing educational programs to advance the safety and well-being of children through social-emotional learning (SEL). Our goal is to impact the lives of 100 million children around the world by 2030.

We’re best known for our innovative Second Step® family of SEL programs, which blend research and rigor with intuitive design to help young people build strengths that will help them realize their goals throughout life. And we feel like we’re still just getting started. We believe that if you make a positive impact on enough children, the ripple effect will help a family, school, community, and ultimately, the world.

We’re proudly building a more equitable workplace.

We’re committed to providing a place that empowers you to bring every bit of who you are to work. When you’re able to be yourself, you do your best work. It’s as simple as that. And to that end, we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We’re committed to cultivating a workplace in which diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and respected. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, without regard to race, color, age, disability, gender identity, marital status, national origin, genetics, religion, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Apply now and help us achieve our vision of safe children thriving in a just and peaceful world.