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Interested in working on behalf of first-generation and low-income students? View current openings at the Council for Opportunity in Education and beyond and apply today!

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The Council is seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to serve as Vice President of Public Policy.

This critical role will champion the voices and needs of students served by the Federal TRIO Programs—ensuring that low-income, first-generation students remain at the center of federal policy and funding decisions. 

At a pivotal moment for TRIO, the VPPP will lead COE’s government relations strategy, representing the organization on Capitol Hill, with the U.S. Department of Education, and across key national coalitions. Working closely with the President and senior leadership, this individual will drive advocacy efforts, strengthen partnerships, and mobilize the TRIO community nationwide to protect and expand access to higher education. 

The ideal candidate is a collaborative and forward-thinking policy expert with deep knowledge of higher education and the federal legislative process, a strong track record in government relations, and a passion for advancing educational opportunity. 

Join us in advancing COE’s mission to ensure that all students have the support they need to succeed. Read the full job description here. 

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Power the mission behind opportunity. COE is hiring a Director of Development and Partnerships to strengthen funding and expand our reach.

This role works closely with senior leadership to expand revenue, strengthen donor relationships, and align philanthropic investments with COE’s mission to advance college access and success for low-income, first-generation students, and students with disabilities. The Director will manage a portfolio of donors and partners, oversee the full lifecycle of engagement from cultivation to stewardship, and drive the development of compelling proposals, reports, and communications. This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for a professional who can balance big-picture thinking with day-to-day execution to support and grow COE’s impact. Read the full job description here. 

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Current Openings

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The Council for Opportunity in Education will post your job vacancy announcement on our website for the following fees.

Full payment or a purchase order must accompany the request. No request will be accepted without payment or purchase order. Announcements will be posted to our website within “3” working days after receipt of payment and will remain posted for a period of 30 days. Questions regarding job vacancy announcements? Please contact Vanessa Ramirez via email at [email protected] or phone at (202) 347-7430.

  • Institutional Members$100.00 per announcement
  •  Non-Institutional Members$200.00 per announcement
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