American Public Education, Inc. (APEI)

• Lead the development and execution of a centralized procurement function across the organization. • Drive cost efficiency and enhance vendor performance. • Implement best-in-class sourcing practices and build a scalable procurement infrastructure. • Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize third-party spend. • Establish category management discipline and manage vendor performance.

• Lead APEI’s social media strategy • Develop and implement a comprehensive social media strategy • Oversee content creation across platforms • Lead and mentor the social media team • Utilize analytics tools to track performance metrics • Manage online community experience • Monitor and manage online reputation • Collaborate with other departments

Role Description The Senior Salesforce Engineer is responsible for full stack development, leveraging the Salesforce core platform, Sales, Service, and Education Cloud. Development will be performed utilizing Lighting Web Components (LWC), Apex, SOQL, Change Data Capture, Integration, and/or Platform Events. She/he must have the ability to work independently as well as in teams and may be assigned the responsibility to lead projects. The Sr. Engineer will have proven experience in analysis, technical design, programming, execution and version control – along with solution design, including estimation of delivery. The Senior Salesforce Engineer will ensure availability, proper function, and access for the business. Responsibilities: - Obtain understanding of the American Public Education, Inc. (APEI) or its affiliates’ application environment including the applications and interdependencies of those applications. - Responsible for the overall solution design, development, customization, and end-user support of the Salesforce platform including Service Cloud, Sales Cloud, Education Cloud, Marketing Cloud, and other installed packages. - Responsible for adhering to Test Driven Development (TDD) principles and leveraging custom metadata to make code configurable. - Responsible for maintaining version control and branching within GIT and supporting releases. - Responsible for developing new configurations including creation of custom objects, workflows, validation rules, approval processes, flows, triggers and email alerts. - Responsible for integration of applications with Salesforce, either directly using connectors or indirectly through APIs. - Collaborate with IT Support in the diagnosis and resolution of issues impacting employee productivity and business throughput. - Collaborate with IT Business Analysts and Stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements and propose solutions that leverage Salesforce functionality. - Translate approved solutions into actionable deliverables, ensuring high quality, accuracy, process consistency, and performance. - Collaborate with Business Operations, Information Technology, and other business stakeholders to ensure data integrity and operational reliability. - Provide guidance and/or mentoring on solution requirements, technical design, integration architecture, and solution recommendations. - Ensure that all necessary changes are documented, reviewed, tested, and approved before being deployed. - Strong problem solving, critical thinking, troubleshooting, and analytical skills to set up and interpret logic, data tables, and rule relationships. - Extensive understanding of the Salesforce data structures and data modeling; how and when to create custom objects, junction objects, and other model items. - Perform troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and address break/fix as needed. - Occasionally provide after-hours deployment and support. - Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications - Overall 6+ years in Information Technology; minimum of 4 years of experience implementing and supporting technically complex enterprise solutions in Salesforce. - Strong hands-on proficiency with design and development within the Salesforce platform and various Salesforce Clouds, Apex, Lighting Web Components, SOQL, Profiles/Roles and Sharing Rules, Flows, Triggers, Change Data Capture, Object Relationship, and/or Platform Events. - Proficient in working with Experience (Community) Portal, Process Builders, Flows, Omni Channels, Apex Scheduling and Batch Processes. - Solution Design and Development senior role experience is a must. - SFDC Administrator and Developer certifications. - Demonstrated listening, analytical, organizational, and time management skills. - Demonstrated ability to work independently or lead teams/projects and cross-functionally, including in high-pressure situations. - Experience with Salesforce APIs - SOAP and REST, including consumption, request packaging, parsing, managing static values, and UI/UX elements for working with data in returned API response payloads. - Experience with data loading tools, such as Gearset. - Responsiveness with ability to work under pressure in critical situations maintaining a clear sense of urgency. - Strong business acumen and service orientation. - Displays strong responsibility, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities with a positive attitude. - Methodical, organized and detail oriented. - Ability to plan and monitor for results. - Rational decision-making ability. - Willingness and ability to learn new skills. - Ability to be flexible and think strategically in a rapidly changing environment. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Company Description Online, on campus and in the workplace, we provide higher education and training to our country’s heroes – military service members, veterans, nurses, government employees, and motivated professionals that want to make a difference. American Public Education, Inc. educates service-minded students, ranging from the military, public service, federal agencies, and nursing communities, through American Public University System (APUS), Hondros College of Nursing (HCON), and Rasmussen University. It is the policy of American Public Education, Inc. (APEI) to afford equal opportunity to all qualified persons. We treat all qualified individuals equally as to their recruitment, hiring, assignments, advancements, compensation, and all other terms and conditions of employment. American Public Education, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, or sensory disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a resident of a state with designated pay transparency requirements and this role is available remotely, you may be eligible to receive additional information about the compensation and benefits for this role, which we will provide upon request. Please send an email to recruiting@apei.com .

• Develop recruiting action plans that align with business strategies to support hiring timelines. • Screen candidates for availability, interest level, salary expectations, relocation needs, technical skills, and core competencies and presents them to appropriate hiring teams. • Facilitate thorough interviewing process that maximizes efficiencies, establishes accountabilities and enables predictability and retention. • Facilitate candidate pre-employment testing/evaluations. • Negotiate offers; close or pre/post close candidates. • Ensure that all candidates have a highly positive experience during the recruitment and selection process. • Initiate and facilitate the onboarding process of new employees. • Lead or support special staffing projects and initiatives. • Ensure that the hiring process complies with all policies and procedures and with employment laws and regulations.

• Implements the ongoing optimization, configuration, and enhancement of the HRIS ecosystem by applying advanced technical and functional HR knowledge to align system capabilities with evolving business and HR strategies. • Serves as the primary escalation point for complex HRIS issues, conducting root‑cause analysis for data discrepancies, system limitations, configuration gaps, or process breakdowns; recommends and implements sustainable solutions. • Designs, executes, and oversees data governance practices, including regular audits, validation rules, and controls to ensure data accuracy, integrity, and scalability. • Partners closely with Business Intelligence to support enterprise‑wide analytics and reporting needs. • Champions data standardization and process consistency across HR modules, recommending best practices and system enhancements to improve efficiency, user experience, and data quality. • Partners with the Benefits team to support and automate annual processes such as Open Enrollment and vendor integrations; proactively identifies opportunities for process improvement. • Acts as the lead HRIS subject matter expert for system implementations, enhancements, integrations, and interfaces; collaborates cross‑functionally with IT and external vendors to ensure successful execution and support. • Develops the configuration and launch of annual performance management cycles and other talent processes within the HRIS, under the direction of HR leadership.

• Define and Maintain the Multi-Year Domain Roadmap • Partner with Executive Leadership • Oversee Domain Portfolio Planning and Governance • Establish and manage key metrics and reporting mechanisms to track progress • Define and enforce standards for architecture, compliance, security, and delivery methodology • Plan, forecast, and manage the domain's budgets and expenditures • Conduct regular delivery and portfolio reviews with Product Development Managers • Approve project milestones, budgets, and dependencies

• Manage purchase order, requisition, and contract workflows • Coordinate with finance, legal, and operational teams to manage vendor relationships and workflows • Assist with implementation of a procure-to-pay system • Develop purchasing policy, conduct RFPs/bids/negotiations

• Internal Audit Program - 70% Assist in developing and planning internal audit programs; carries out responsibilities to meet the goals and mission of the Legal and Regulatory Compliance department. • Perform independent internal audits, reviews and investigations across operational areas of the University, primarily within the employee’s area of expertise. • Audits can be planned or on an as needed basis and are performed on-site at various locations or remotely. • Conduct training for faculty and staff on regulatory topics, internal controls/policies, and other legal and compliance concerns. • Assist in development, implementation, maintenance of and adherence to policies, procedures, and practices concerning compliance with applicable laws, regulations and accreditation standards. • Responsible for verifying accuracy of own work as well as the work of other employees; ensures compliance with plans, policies and procedures prescribed by University leadership. • Analyze results of audit work and prepares working papers to support conclusions. • Coordinate compliance information and information/records requests for internal audits and external requests for information. • Assure follow up of internal audit findings to ensure adequacy and timeliness of correction. • Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal procedures, systems and controls. • Regulatory/Policy Work - 20% Maintain knowledge of current state and federal laws, regulations and accreditation standards relating to higher education and corporations. • Maintain knowledge of institutional standards across operational areas of the University, including program-specific standards. • Assist in the administration of the University’s student background screening, drug testing and/or immunization process. • Ensure accurate and effective representation of the University and follow-through with prospective students, enrolled students, community members, and education officials. • Embodies the spirit of the University’s mission and vision in daily activities. • Develop collaborative relationships with University employees and management. • Provide constructive input to assist the University in decision-making and growth. • Implement and supports policy and procedural changes. • Participate in licensing and accreditation processes. • Other - 10% Perform special compliance and audit related projects as needed within the Compliance and Legal Department and in some cases across other departments. • Contribute to the University’s planning and growth by serving on special task forces, committees and other developmental committees as requested. • Support the team effort for campus and University effectiveness. • Participate in campus and University activities, including meeting professional development standards. • Maintain a professional image, attitude and work area. Performs other duties as assigned.

Digital Strategist​ American Public Education Inc. Online/Remote ​​The Digital Strategist works under the direction of the Director of Web Strategy to execute and optimize APEI’s web experience. This role translates strategic priorities into actionable enhancements that improve user experience, drive conversion, and support business goals through cross-functional collaboration with IT, marketing, and CMS teams. ​This is a fully remote position open to candidates located within the United States. Responsibilities: - ​​Partner with Director of Web Strategy to define, scope, prioritize, and deliver website enhancements that improve user experience, performance and operational efficiency. - ​Act as day-to-day product management liaison between IT and marketing, ensuring requirements are met for quality releases. - ​Manage and monitor the intake process for content and feature requests; coordinate with CMS Admin Leads for execution. - ​Maintain documentation for internal best practices, page insights, web metrics (e.g., CWV, Content Square), and technical guidelines. - ​Support requests for site audits, determine crawl parameters, and oversee content inventory projects. - ​Support and contribute to SEO, CRO, accessibility, and personalization initiatives in partnership with the CRO and marketing teams. - ​Analyze analytics and user behavior data to identify opportunities and recommend optimizations that improve UX and conversion performance; recommend optimizations to Director of Web Strategy. - ​Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to define requirements for web initiatives, including contributing to user stories, acceptance criteria, and detailed specifications to support development and delivery. - ​Support cross-team training on web strategy-related tools and processes.​ Requirements: - ​​5-7+ years of experience in digital strategy, web product management, or related field - ​Strong understanding of website optimization, UX/UI best practices, and conversion rate optimization (CRO) - ​Experience working with CMS platforms (e.g., Sitefinity, Sitecore, or similar enterprise CMS) - ​Familiarity with SEO principles, technical SEO, and site auditing tools (e.g., Screaming Frog, SEMrush) - ​Experience with analytics and user behavior tools (e.g., Google Analytics, ContentSquare, Hotjar) - ​Working knowledge of Core Web Vitals (CWV) and site performance optimization - ​Ability to translate business goals into technical requirements and user-focused solutions - ​Experience collaborating cross-functionally with IT, marketing, and content teams - ​Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines - ​Excellent written and verbal communication skills Education/Certifications: - ​​Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or related field (or equivalent experience)​ - ​​Google Analytics Certification (GA4)​ Competencies: - ​​Collaborates: Builds and maintains effective partnerships with team members and stakeholders, working collaboratively to achieve shared goals and resolve challenges effectively. - ​Communicates Effectively: Delivers clear, concise, and tailored communications through various modes (e.g., written, verbal, and visual) to meet the unique needs of diverse audiences. - ​Customer Focus: Cultivates strong relationships with internal and external customers by actively listening to their needs and providing timely, customer-centric solutions. - ​Demonstrates Self-Awareness: Regularly seeks and incorporate feedback from peers, leaders, and stakeholders to understand and address personal strengths and areas for growth. - ​Ensures Accountability: Consistently meets deadlines and delivers on commitments, ensuring work quality and aligning with organizational standards. - ​Innovation & Improvement: Encourages forward-thinking solutions, process improvements, and a culture of learning to enhance efficiency and team effectiveness.​ About Us: Online, on campus and in the workplace, we provide higher education and training to our country’s heroes – military service members, veterans, nurses, government employees, and motivated professionals that want to make a difference. American Public Education, Inc. educates service-minded students, ranging from the military, public service, federal agencies, and nursing communities, through American Public University System (APUS), Hondros College of Nursing (HCON), and Rasmussen University. It is the policy of American Public Education, Inc. (APEI) to afford equal opportunity to all qualified persons. We treat all qualified individuals equally as to their recruitment, hiring, assignments, advancements, compensation, and all other terms and conditions of employment. American Public Education, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, or sensory disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a resident of a state with designated pay transparency requirements and this role is available remotely, you may be eligible to receive additional information about the compensation and benefits for this role, which we will provide upon request. Please send an email to recruiting@apei.com.

Sr. Financial Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis American Public Education, Inc. We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly analytical Senior Financial Analyst to join our Financial Planning & Analysis team. Reporting to the VP of FP&A, this role will support budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, KPI reporting, and decision support analytics across the organization. This position will help develop forward-looking financial insight that supports academic, operational, and strategic initiatives. Responsibilities: - Assist in the development of the annual operating budget - Support monthly forecasting processes, financial modeling, and variance analysis - Prepare regular reporting packages and performance dashboards - Track, analyze, and report KPIs and operational performance metrics - Conduct ad-hoc analysis related to enrollment, programs, and student metrics - Partner with internal departments to gather data and understand financial drivers - Provide financial insights and recommendations to business partners - Maintain financial models and forecasting tools - Prepare presentation materials for executive leadership Requirements: - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related area - Minimum 3+ years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis or related function - Advanced experience in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, modeling, analytics) - Strong PowerPoint ability (executive-ready presentations) - Hands-on experience with BI, ERP or financial reporting systems - Strong financial modeling and analytical capabilities - Ability to consolidate complex information into clear findings Preferred Experience - Experience in higher education, universities, or academic business units - Knowledge of KPI reporting and enrollment-based forecasting Skills: - Detail-oriented, analytical, and inquisitive - Strong communication skills - Ability to manage multiple priorities - Comfortable working in a fast-moving environment - Problem solving mindset - Ability to collaborate with academic and administrative leaders About Us: Online, on campus and in the workplace, we provide higher education and training to our country’s heroes – military service members, veterans, nurses, government employees, and motivated professionals that want to make a difference. American Public Education, Inc. educates service-minded students, ranging from the military, public service, federal agencies, and nursing communities, through American Public University System (APUS), Hondros College of Nursing (HCON), and Rasmussen University. It is the policy of American Public Education, Inc. (APEI) to afford equal opportunity to all qualified persons. We treat all qualified individuals equally as to their recruitment, hiring, assignments, advancements, compensation, and all other terms and conditions of employment. American Public Education, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, or sensory disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a resident of a state with designated pay transparency requirements and this role is available remotely, you may be eligible to receive additional information about the compensation and benefits for this role, which we will provide upon request. Please send an email to recruiting@apei.com