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Tuition discounts through educational partnerships * Milestone service awards * Employee referral bonus * Gift card raffle on pay-day Fridays ABOUT CCRES: As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, CCRES Educational ...

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As of Jul 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for educational partnerships in the United States is $65,353.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,000.00 and $76,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Educational Partnerships, and why are they important?

To thrive in Educational Partnerships, you need a solid understanding of educational systems, relationship management, and program development, often supported by a background in education or business. Familiarity with CRM platforms, data analysis tools, and project management software is typically required. Strong interpersonal communication, negotiation, and networking abilities distinguish top professionals in this field. These skills ensure effective collaboration, successful program implementation, and the growth of strategic alliances that benefit educational institutions and their partners.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in Educational Partnerships, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Educational Partnerships often encounter challenges such as aligning the goals and expectations of different stakeholders, navigating institutional bureaucracy, and ensuring effective communication between schools, businesses, and community organizations. Addressing these challenges requires strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, and proactive relationship-building. Regular meetings, clear documentation, and setting mutual objectives help foster collaboration and keep projects on track, ultimately leading to successful partnerships that benefit all parties involved.

What are educational partnerships?

Educational partnerships are collaborations between schools, colleges, universities, or educational organizations and external entities such as businesses, non-profits, or community groups. These partnerships aim to enhance educational opportunities, provide resources, and improve outcomes for students. They can include joint programs, internships, curriculum development, research initiatives, or professional development for educators. By working together, partners leverage each other’s strengths to address educational challenges and create meaningful learning experiences.
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Infographic showing various Educational Partnerships job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,353 per year, or $31.4 per hour.
Director Educational Partnerships

Director Educational Partnerships

Sonic Automotive

Charlotte, NC

$100K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Sonic Automotive rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 55 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

114th of 146 rated car dealerships

Job description

Company Description

Sonic Automotive is a Fortune 500 automotive retailer with a commitment to delivering a superior guest experience through its network of franchised dealerships and its rapidly growing EchoPark Automotive segment. Sonic is focused on innovation, operational excellence, and developing future leaders who can drive performance across a dynamic, customer-centric retail environment.

Director Educational Partnerships

Salary: $100K - $120K Total Annual Compensation

Job Description

The Director of Educational Partnerships will design and lead Sonic Automotive's enterprise strategy for building long-term talent pipelines through partnerships with colleges, universities, and technical schools. This role will be instrumental in developing future sales, F&I, and operations leaders by creating structured early-career pathways aligned to Sonic's high-performance culture and guest-first philosophy.

This leader will serve as a strategic connector between educational institutions and retail operations ensuring Sonic is consistently attracting, developing, and converting top emerging talent into dealership roles.

Key Responsibilities

Educational Partnership Strategy

  • Develop a national partnership strategy targeting community colleges, universities, HBCUs, and technical trade programs aligned to Sonic's footprint and growth markets.
  • Build strong relationships with academic leadership, career services, and faculty to embed Sonic into curriculum, programs, and career pathways.
  • Position Sonic Automotive and EchoPark as leading destinations for business, sales, and automotive career growth.

 

Campus & Early Career Recruitment

  • Work with Talent Acquisition to develop campus recruiting strategies across priority markets, including hiring events, classroom engagement, and branded activities.
  • Equip Talent Acquisition teams and store leaders with tools and messaging to effectively attract and convert early-career talent.
  • Work with Talent Acquisition to build innovative recruitment approaches that resonate with Gen Z talent, highlighting earnings potential, career pathing, and entrepreneurial opportunities within Sonic.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Coordinate with brand and dealership leadership to participate in campus events
  • Coordinate with talent acquisition team in recruiting efforts to fill Internships and Leadership Development Programs.

Performance Measurement & Optimization

  • Define and track key success metrics, including pipeline volume, conversion rates, retention, and time-to-productivity.
  • Analyze program effectiveness and continuously optimize partnership ROI.

Deliver regular insights and recommendations to executive leadership.

Qualifications

Required

  • 3+ years of experience in either talent acquisition, workforce strategy, campus recruiting, or external partnerships.
  • Strong business acumen with the ability to translate talent strategy into operational impact.
  • Experience influencing senior leaders in a multi-location or decentralized environment.
  • Willingness to travel (40-50%) to campuses and dealership locations.

Preferred

  • Experience in automotive retail operations, hospitality, or multi-unit service environments.
  • Familiarity with technical, vocational, or dealership training pathways.

Core Competencies

  • External partnership development and influence
  • Data-driven execution and continuous improvement
  • Strong storytelling and employer branding
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, performance-driven culture

Why This Role Matters at Sonic

Sonic Automotive's continued growth depends on a strong, ready-now bench of leaders who can drive sales performance, deliver exceptional guest experiences, and lead high-performing teams. This role directly fuels that future by creating predictable, scalable pathways for early-career talent to enter and grow within the organization.

Additional Information

Experience the best the automotive industry has to offer and apply today.  We look forward to sharing our success with the brightest talent out there!

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At a Sonic Automotive family dealership, you'll find the opportunities, resources, and support you need to grow and develop professionally. Our 100+ dealerships are concerned with more than moving inventory; they're committed to your success and invested in your future.

Industry

Motor vehicle and motor vehicle parts wholesalers

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Charlotte, NC, US

Year founded

1997

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