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Partnerships Principal: New Vertical
Via
Enables dynamic, on-demand transit services for public agencies, schools, and transportation systems.
Lead new school district partnerships and ensure partner success for Via Student Transit.
4d ago
$145,000 - $165,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Los Angeles Metropolitan Area
Hybrid
Company Size
1,900 Employees
Service Specialisms
Microtransit
Paratransit
Student transit
Transit consulting
Corporate and campus shuttles
Health transportation
Transportation planning
Operations and operational support
Sector Specialisms
Transit planning
Tech-enabled transit
Multimodal transit networks
Bus network redesign
Feasibility studies
Microtransit planning
Corporate shuttles
Campus shuttles
Role
What you would be doing
partnership development
client management
cross-functional collaboration
process scaling
stakeholder communication
proposal writing
Drive new partnerships: Identify, engage, and close new opportunities with school districts and departments of education
Own partner success: Serve as the key point of contact for your partners - building trust, ensuring great outcomes, and driving long-term satisfaction and renewal
Collaborate cross-functionally: Work with product, operations, deployment, and marketing teams to launch and grow successful student transit programs
Improve and scale: Help build playbooks, processes, and materials that strengthen how we sell and support our growing partner base
Communicate at all levels: Lead conversations with superintendents, transportation directors, procurement officers, and community stakeholders with confidence and clarity
Craft compelling narratives: Create persuasive written proposals, RFP responses, and follow-up communications that reflect both partner goals and Via’s value
What you bring
self-starter
b2g sales
fast-paced
communicator
7+ years
mba
A self-starter with strong ownership instincts: You proactively identify problems, propose solutions, and follow through - without waiting to be asked
Experienced in education, student transportation, or B2G sales/account management (preferred but not required)
Thrive in fast-paced, high-growth environments and are excited to help build a business from the ground up
An excellent communicator: You write clearly, speak persuasively, and tailor your message to different audiences with ease - whether you're emailing a project update or presenting to a school board Comfortable navigating complex organizations: You can confidently manage conversations with stakeholders at all levels - from frontline staff to executive leadership
Minimum of 7+ years of relevant client facing experience, including (but not limited to) consulting, consultative customer success, or business development
MBA preferred, not required
Benefits
We are proud to offer a generous and comprehensive benefits package, including free medical plans and 401K matching.
Final salary will be determined by the candidate’s experience, knowledge, and skills. Salary reflected does not include equity or variable pay, where applicable
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