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The Center on Rural Innovation is an Equal Opportunity Employer — people of color, people with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. We are committed to a diverse workplace, and to supporting our staff with ongoing career development opportunities. We are interested in your ambitions, personal experiences, great ideas, and passions, and believe that everyone’s unique story and perspective adds value to our organization.
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Chief Operating OfficerJoin the Center on Rural Innovation as Chief Operating Officer and help shape the future of rural America by driving bold strategy, operational excellence, and AI-powered innovation to scale national impact.
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Director Community ExperienceLead the growth and engagement of CORI’s Rural Innovation Network—connecting visionary rural leaders, founders, and changemakers nationwide. This role is perfect for a strategic, people-centered leader passionate about shaping vibrant, tech-driven rural communities.
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Director EntrepreneurshipLead the charge in empowering rural founders and building thriving startup ecosystems across America. This role is ideal for an entrepreneurial, mission-driven leader eager to turn bold rural ideas into scalable, tech-enabled success stories.
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Senior Program Manager Tech WorkforceHelp shape the future of rural America’s digital economy by expanding access to tech and AI career pathways. This role is ideal for an innovative, equity-driven leader passionate about empowering rural learners to thrive in the jobs of tomorrow.
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Community Learning and Engagement ManagerInspire collaboration and learning across rural America by designing experiences that connect innovators and spark new ideas. This role is perfect for a creative, community-minded facilitator eager to help rural leaders build the future of tech-driven economies together.
Open positions at Rural Innovation Strategies, Inc. (RISI)
RISI is the collaborating organization of the Center on Rural Innovation.
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Data Visualization DesignerBring data to life as RISI’s Data Visualization Designer, transforming insights into visuals that drive understanding, impact, and opportunity across rural communities.