Director of Custom Education
Listed on 2026-08-12
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Education / Teaching
Professional Development, Education Administration -
Management
Professional Development, Education Administration
Company Description
NOLS is a nonprofit global wilderness school and a recognized leader in wilderness education since 1965. The organization helps individuals develop leadership skills through experiential learning in both local classrooms and remote wilderness areas around the world. NOLS is guided by a mission to teach wilderness skills and leadership that benefit people and the environment. Its community of staff, students, trustees, and alumni is united by a commitment to wilderness, education, leadership, safety, community, and excellence.
The organization values authenticity, expertise, and a spirit of wildness in creating powerful learning experiences.
NOLS isseekingthe next entrepreneurial, high-impact Director of Custom Education to expand our reach by bringing world-class wilderness and experiential learning programs to diverse partners - from small schools to national space agencies, business schools, and corporations. Deeply rooted in the leadership development space, this role empowers you to lead a dedicated 12+ person team, manage a multi-million-dollar portfolio, and personally cultivate high-value institutional partnerships ranging from $25,000 to over $250,000.
The Director of Custom Education role is a full-time, based in Lander, WY. If you are passionate about leadership education and are a strategic business developer witha track recordof driving growth and partnering across sectors to elevate brand impact,
- Relevant experience in leadership and/or wilderness education program delivery and development
- Fluent in leadership theories and leadership education practices
- Demonstrated success leading business development, sales, partnership development, or revenue growth initiatives - especially with institutional clients.
- Strong leadership and people management experience.
- Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills.
- Experience managing budgets, strategic planning, financial performance, and business operations.
- Ability to balance strategic vision with day-to-day execution.
- Willingness and ability to travel regularly.
- Experience working with higher education institutions, independent schools, corporate learning organizations, scholarship programs, or nonprofits.
- Experience leading a growing business unit or entrepreneurial venture.
- Familiarity with wilderness-based education.
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