Product Manager (Analytics) - U.S. Based Remote Opportunity

Common App • Arlington, VA

9d • Remote

About The Position

Common App is a national not-for-profit organization dedicated to the pursuit of access, equity, and integrity in the college admission process. Each year we support more than 1 million students, one-third of whom are first-generation, as they apply to our more than 1100 diverse member colleges & universities using the Common App's free online application. Common App is currently searching for a Product Manager (Analytics). This role will collaborate with internal and external partners in the development, enhancement, and execution of new analytics solutions that provide key insights and actionable data to Common App constituents. Mission-driven and passionate about addressing complex problems in college admissions, this person will lead cross-functional teams in identifying, defining, and prioritizing product features that meet the needs of our diverse user base using techniques grounded in an approach to product management and project management. Additionally, this person will determine metrics for success, capture and analyze results, and present findings for additional discovery and consideration.

Requirements

• Candidates must live in the United States.
• Willing to travel to attend twice annual Common App Retreat.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 4-6 years of experience working in or around the college admissions process with a firm understanding of education technology trends and practices.
• Demonstrable experience working collaboratively to enhance, build, or launch technology products.
• Experience synthesizing research and/or user feedback to identify potential areas for product improvement.
• Exceptional problem solving; the ability to identify products and enhancements that add value to constituents and are aligned to project and program goals.
• Product vision; the ability to synthesize user needs, market dynamics, and technology advancements to align with product direction.
• Analytical acumen; the ability to use data-driven insights to inform decisions and solutions.
• Agile or other project management methodology experience with the ability to manage initiatives and lead collaborative groups that span several areas of the organization.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate product and process updates including key milestones, trade-offs, and value considerations to supervisors, teams, and constituents.
• An innovative mindset and the ability to foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement while leading the product development lifecycle.
• Proficient in using collaboration tools such as Slack, Google Workspace, and Atlassian (e.g., Jira).

Nice To Haves

• Solid understanding of analytical tools, application and admissions data, and/or higher education admissions practices.
• Experience in product management or a combination of experience in technology implementation, business analysis, strategy consulting, or related fields.
• Experience working collaboratively with user experience and technology teams in solutioning and delivering products and features.

Responsibilities

• Help shape enhancements to Common App’s programs, products, and services that positively impact students’ ability to access, afford, and attain postsecondary education.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners in the development, enhancement, and execution of new analytics solutions that provide key insights and actionable data to Common App constituents.
• Lead cross-functional teams in identifying, defining, and prioritizing product features that meet the needs of our diverse user base using techniques grounded in an approach to product management and project management.
• Determine metrics for success, capture and analyze results, and present findings for additional discovery and consideration.

Benefits

• Work-Life balance
• Virtual-first office
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Seven company-wide holidays
• Nine floating holidays
• Sick leave
• Monthly mental health day floating holidays prorated depending on start date
• Virtual-first support
• Choice of PC of MAC laptop
• May choose an external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and/or headset
• One-time office set-up stipend
• Monthly remote work stipend
• Monthly mobile stipend
• Market-based salaries
• Performance-based bonus
• 403(b) retirement plan
• 5% company contribution additional 5% company match
• 3-year vesting schedule
• Participation may begin immediately
• Choice of two health insurance plans
• Health Savings Account, depending on health plan selection
• Medical Flexible Savings Account, depending on health plan selection
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Insurance coverage begins on the date of hire
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Maven virtual clinic for women’s and family health
• Company provided life and ad&d insurance
• Opportunity to purchase additional life insurance for self, spouse, and dependents
• Company provided short and long-term disability insurance
• Budgeted annual funds for professional development
• Growth opportunities within the company
• Mutual of Omaha Employee Assistance Program
• Mutual of Omaha will preparation services
• Mutual of Omaha travel assistance
• Payroll dedication pet insurance through PinPaws
• 1Password family account

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level