Partnership Development Associate (Nationwide Remote)

Who We Are

Joffe Emergency Services is a trusted partner in health and safety. Joffe helps schools create high-quality safety, security, and health programs that protect and support their students and staff. Our goal is to save lives and prevent emergencies through highly skilled response training that builds trust, demonstrates respect, and empowers learners to apply life-saving techniques to any individual in need, under any circumstances.

Who You Are

We are seeking a Partnership Development Associate to assist in driving growth through strategic partnerships and business development efforts. This role will begin as temporary employment for a period of 4-5 months focused on administrative and operational support of the sales team. After this period, based on performance and organizational needs, there may be an opportunity to be hired on in a permanent capacity with expanded responsibilities in sales and revenue generation. You are someone who has prior sales experience, is eager to develop their skills further, and is motivated by the opportunity to build meaningful partnerships for the purpose of making events and communities safer.

Key Responsibilities (Temporary)

• Identify and develop partnerships to expand event safety and school service offerings.
• Drive new business development efforts by identifying and engaging prospective clients.
• Assist in contract negotiations and closing deals to meet sales and revenue targets.
• Provide administrative assistance related to sales operations, ensuring CRM and contract management systems are updated.
• Effectively communicate with stakeholders to align partnership goals with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities (Permanent)

• Generate leads and support building a robust sales pipeline through networking, outreach, and relationship development.
• Drive new business development efforts by identifying and engaging prospective clients.
• Develop and execute growth strategies to expand market presence 
• Collaborate with internal teams to refine sales strategies and optimize operational efficiency.
• Represent Joffe Emergency Services at industry events, trade shows, and conferences to build brand awareness and establish connections.
• Provide administrative assistance related to sales operations, ensuring CRM and contract management systems are updated.
• Effectively communicate with stakeholders to align partnership goals with business objectives.
• Present findings quarterly to senior leadership and the advisory board, providing insights on partnership performance, sales trends, and growth opportunities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales, business development, or partnership development, preferably in schools, event safety, security, or emergency services.
• Strong communication and relationship management skills.
• Ability to execute strategic sales initiatives and meet revenue goals.
• Proficiency in CRM software (HubSpot preferred) and sales enablement tools.
• Highly organized with excellent time management and administrative skills.
• A proactive and results-driven mindset with a passion for sales and partnerships.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment and collaborate effectively across teams.

• Job Type: Temporary with potential for permanent hire

• Schedule: Monday-Friday, Full-Time
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, STD/LTD, Life Insurance

Compensation: $25-$30/hr for temp role, $33-35/hr if hired on after temp period to full-time