About the job
ABOUT US
At Common App, we are dedicated to transforming the landscape of higher education and making a meaningful difference in the college admissions process. Our mission is to break down barriers and empower students to pursue their dreams of higher education. As a national non-profit organization, we serve over 1 million students each year, including a significant number of first-generation college applicants, by providing access to over 1100 member colleges and universities through our free online application platform.
If you are a seasoned Product Strategy professional with a passion for education and a desire to contribute to a purpose-driven organization, we invite you to consider joining our team as a Senior Product Manager.
RESPONSIBILITIES
As part of the Product Strategy team and in collaboration with the Senior Director of Product Strategy, you will be instrumental in enhancing Common App's first-year and transfer applications. Your focus will be on driving features that elevate user satisfaction among students and counselors while improving the overall experience, particularly for those from low to medium-income backgrounds. You will also spearhead initiatives aimed at expanding our outreach to underrepresented communities in higher education.
With a mission-driven mindset, you will lead cross-functional teams to identify, define, and prioritize product features tailored to the diverse needs of our user base. Utilizing product management best practices, you will set success metrics, analyze outcomes, and present findings to guide future developments.

