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We seek to strengthen our civic culture by helping people recognize our shared humanity, embrace our differences as strengths, and work together to solve collective challenges.

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Our Values

Embrace Our Common Humanity

We approach every interaction with empathy, patience, and respect. We are committed to building a team that brings together differing perspectives and experiences, where everyone can contribute fully and feel valued.

Practice Intellectual Humility

We practice intellectual humility by questioning our assumptions and updating our beliefs in the face of compelling information. We seek out diverse perspectives to sharpen our thinking and expand our understanding.

Prioritize Research

We prioritize the scientific process and follow the evidence where it leads. We ensure our educational tools reflect the latest scientific evidence, and we rigorously evaluate them and refine them accordingly.

Deliver Excellence

Bridging divides is delicate work that requires diligent planning and thorough execution. That is why we have a steadfast commitment to doing what’s right rather than what’s easy in our interactions, processes, and work output.

Keep Improving

We constantly seek to improve ourselves, our team, and our educational tools. We embody a growth mindset by embracing mistakes as learning opportunities.

Stay Adaptable

Though we are deliberative, we learn fast and are able to pivot when the evidence points us in a new direction. We recognize the complexity and uncertainty of the world around us, and we adapt accordingly to achieve our mission.

Perks

Our perks are intended to provide team members with the resources you need for success.

Flexibility

Employees are able to work from home and enjoy unlimited paid time off.

Benefits

Our benefits include healthcare, wellness resources, 401K, and an annual professional development stipend.

Technology

When you join, you'll receive a new laptop and workstation equipment of your choice.

Current Openings

CDI is looking for a Business Development Representative to help bring constructive dialogue to more campuses, organizations, and communities across the country. The Business Development Representative’s primary responsibility will be to drive growth by identifying, engaging, and qualifying new partnership opportunities—expanding CDI’s reach and impact across higher education and other key sectors.

The ideal candidate brings strong communication and relationship-building skills, along with experience in outbound outreach, lead generation, and pipeline development. They will be responsible for researching and prospecting potential partners, initiating conversations with decision-makers, and nurturing early-stage relationships that translate into meaningful opportunities for CDI’s programs. This role requires a proactive, organized, and mission-aligned individual who is energized by connecting with others and advancing work that fosters constructive dialogue.

This role will report to CDI’s sales leadership. They will work closely with colleagues across CDI to support partnership development, strengthen the organization’s growth strategy, and ensure our offerings reach institutions and communities seeking to build healthier, more constructive conversations.

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CDI is seeking a Director of Campus Culture Change to help lead and expand our work with colleges and universities committed to strengthening constructive dialogue, democratic engagement, and campus culture.

The Director of Campus Culture Change’s primary responsibility will be to build and manage strategic partnerships with higher education institutions, supporting campuses as they develop the skills, practices, and institutional conditions necessary for healthier engagement across difference. This role will help advance CDI’s mission by guiding campus leaders through culture change efforts that promote constructive dialogue and strengthen belonging, trust, and civic learning.

The ideal candidate brings experience working within or alongside higher education institutions, along with a strong understanding of campus climate, organizational change, and relationship management. They will be responsible for supporting institutional partnerships, advising campus leaders, and helping colleges and universities implement strategies that foster more constructive engagement and resilient campus communities. This role requires a strategic, collaborative, and mission-aligned leader who is motivated by helping institutions navigate complexity and create meaningful cultural change.

This role will work closely with colleagues across CDI to support partnership development, institutional strategy, and program implementation, ensuring campuses receive thoughtful guidance and sustained support as they advance constructive dialogue and culture change efforts.

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CDI is looking for a Director of People Operations to lead and strengthen the systems, processes, and employee experience that support our growing organization. The Director of People Operations’ primary responsibility will be to develop and oversee the people operations function at CDI, ensuring that talent, culture, and organizational systems effectively support the organization’s mission and long-term growth.

The ideal candidate brings deep experience in people operations, human resources, and organizational development, along with a thoughtful and strategic approach to building strong internal systems and culture. They will be responsible for overseeing core HR functions, supporting employee engagement and performance, and developing policies and processes that enable teams to thrive. This role requires a highly organized, collaborative, and mission-aligned leader who is motivated by building healthy, effective organizations that can sustain meaningful impact.

This role will work closely with leadership and colleagues across CDI to support hiring, onboarding, employee development, and organizational operations, ensuring that CDI continues to foster a strong, inclusive, and values-driven workplace.

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CDI is hiring for a Vice President of Leadership Programs.

The VP of Leadership Programs will define the strategy, design, and long-term direction of CDI's leadership programs — a portfolio of executive initiatives that equip presidents and senior university leaders to drive culture change on their campuses — building environments that support constructive dialogue, open inquiry, and free expression

The current centerpiece of this portfolio is the Leadership Institute, a year-long cohort program for senior leadership teams that combines an in-person summit with ongoing coaching and collaborative learning. In 2026, CDI will run two cohorts; the expectation is continued growth in cohort volume and program scope over time.

The VP will own the full lifecycle of CDI's executive programs, from recruitment and design through delivery and impact, and will play a central role in expanding CDI's reach with senior institutional leaders.
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An Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, political orientation, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry, or national or ethnic origin.

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