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Remote Higher Education Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

BMS Estimator (Remote)

Denver, CO · On-site +1

$125K - $155K/yr

... higher education, and mission-critical data center projects. Key Responsibilities * Review ... Value Engineering Recommendations Working Conditions Work is performed in office, remote, and ...

BMS Estimator (Remote)

Denver, CO · On-site +1

$125K - $155K/yr

... higher education, and mission-critical data center projects. Key Responsibilities * Review ... Value Engineering Recommendations Working Conditions Work is performed in office, remote, and ...

Sales Development Representative

Denver, CO · On-site +1

$57K - $106K/yr

Remote/Denver, CO Preferred Compensation: $57,600 - $106,800 / year Description The Sales ... Higher-education professional experience a plus * Start-up professional experience a plus Benefits ...

Account Executive

Denver, CO · On-site +1

$165K/yr

Remote (US) * Reporting Structure: This role reports to the Manager, Sales. * Compensation ... higher education student housing OR 2+ B2B SaaS new business sales to higher education clients

Salesforce Administrator

Denver, CO · On-site +1

$40 - $42/hr

Experience working within Higher Education environments * Experience with FormAssembly Why This ... Flexible remote work environment with Mountain Time collaboration hours Job Type & Location This is ...

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How much do remote higher education jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote higher education in Colorado is $77,567.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,654.00 and $102,605.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is remote higher education?

A Remote Higher Education job involves working in the academic field, such as teaching, administration, student support, or research, from a remote location rather than on-campus. These roles leverage online platforms for instruction, advising, and collaboration. Common positions include online instructors, curriculum developers, academic advisors, and instructional designers. Remote higher education jobs require strong digital communication skills and familiarity with virtual learning tools.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in remote higher education?

Excelling in remote higher education roles requires expertise in instructional design, online teaching methodologies, and subject matter expertise, typically supported by an advanced degree in education or a specific academic discipline. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS), video conferencing tools, and digital content creation platforms is essential, along with relevant teaching certifications if applicable. Strong communication, time management, and motivation skills help professionals effectively engage students and manage responsibilities independently. These abilities are crucial for delivering high-quality education and fostering student success in a virtual learning environment.

What are some unique challenges of working in remote higher education, and how can they be addressed?

One unique challenge of remote higher education is maintaining student engagement and participation without in-person interaction. Successful online educators use interactive tools, regular feedback, and clear communication to create dynamic learning experiences. Additionally, managing your own schedule and staying organized is essential, as remote roles often require balancing synchronous and asynchronous tasks. Building a sense of community and collaboration among students can also be achieved through group projects and virtual office hours, ensuring ongoing support and a strong academic environment.

What are the most commonly searched types of Higher Education jobs in Colorado?

The most popular types of Higher Education jobs in Colorado are:

What cities in Colorado are hiring for Remote Higher Education jobs?

Cities in Colorado with the most Remote Higher Education job openings:

Infographic showing various Remote Higher Education job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $77,567 per year, or $37.3 per hour.

Account Executive - Higher Ed and SLED - TOLA/Midwest

VAST Data

Denver, CO • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago


Job description

Description
VAST Data is looking for an Account Executive - SLED to join our growing team!
This is a great opportunity to be part of one of the fastest-growing infrastructure companies in history, an organization that is in the center of the hurricane being created by the revolution in artificial intelligence.
"VAST's data management vision is the future of the market."- Forbes
VAST Data is the data platform company for the AI era. We are building the enterprise software infrastructure to capture, catalog, refine, enrich, and protect massive datasets and make them available for real-time data analysis and AI training and inference. Designed from the ground up to make AI simple to deploy and manage, VAST takes the cost and complexity out of deploying enterprise and AI infrastructure across data center, edge, and cloud.
Our success has been built through intense innovation, a customer-first mentality and a team of fearless VASTronauts who leverage their skills & experiences to make real market impact. This is an opportunity to be a key contributor at a pivotal time in our company's growth and at a pivotal point in computing history.
The Account Manager will focus on higher education SLED (State, Local, and Education) accounts, the role involves building executive-level relationships, driving sales strategies, and managing complex sales cycles within colleges and universities. A successful candidate needs a strong understanding of both technical solutions and the specific funding and procurement processes of the public sector.
THE ROLE:
  • Develop business across a mix of enterprise level customers across the spectrum
  • Generate revenue and work closely with a network of Channel Partners to successfully sell the VAST Data offering
  • Manage the sales process to align with customer buying cycles
  • Manage customer relationships from first meeting through (optional) proof of concept as well as after the sale to enable opportunities to expand the VAST Data footprint.
  • Develop and present proposals to customers with information that demonstrates the ability of the VAST solution to meet customers' business objectives and justify the sale.
  • Prospect, penetrate large accounts, reaching decision-makers, and closing business.

Requirements
  • 7 or more years of sales or account management experience, with a background in the Higher ED, SLED or Public Sector vertical.
  • Consistent track record of exceeding quota and driving referenceable business with large strategic customers.
  • A history of developing selling regions from the ground up, with little resources.
  • Passion for developing account expansion strategies and the value of post-sales customer success.
  • Excellent time management and communication skills.
  • Desire to drive change and evangelize new technologies in a way that resonates with customers.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment experience is key, a mix of large company and startup experience.
  • The ability to speak with customers and partners at both a business-level and technical-level
  • Knowledge of the storage industry specifically: NFS, Object Storage and Enterprise Computing architectures.
  • Competitive attitude and strong work ethic with the ability to enthusiastically represent the company.
  • Proficient with Salesforce.com and Microsoft Office