The Office of Admission and Enrollment Management is seeking an Admission Associate - Outreach and Communications Coordinator to join the Admissions Team as they pursue their admission and enrollment objectives.  The Admission Associate - Outreach and Communicators Coordinator will be responsible for overseeing outreach efforts, the creation and implementation of high-touch communications, and liaising with the Office of Marketing and Communications. The Admissions Associate - Outreach and Communications Coordinator will also serve as an integral member of the Admissions Committee, conducting interviews, reading files, and helping to build Newark Academy’s next class. Ideal candidates will be creative, inclusive, detail-oriented, customer-focused, and excited to join the highly collaborative and innovative Admissions team.

Reports to: Director of Admission and Financial Aid

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the Office of Admission
• Establish and maintain the Office calendar
• Manage the Office of Admission email account with support from the Administrative Assistant
• Identify and coordinate the management of external relationships and partnerships
• Serve as the Communications Liaison, responsible for overseeing the development and execution of office communications
• Serve as a member of the Admission Committee, including the conducting of interviews and the reading of files

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 1-3 years of experience in an Admissions office at an independent school preferred
• Strong organizational skills and comfort in managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to forge relationships with a broad range of constituents
• Willingness to work as part of a collaborative team
• Commitment to being a part of a diverse school community where all members are welcomed, respected, valued, and celebrated
• Working knowledge of tools and technology including Google Suite
• This position requires evenings and weekend work
• The position is full-time, 11 months per year, and eligible for benefits.

Interested candidates should send resume, cover letter, and references to admissionsearch@newarka.edu. No phone calls please.

Newark Academy seeks and celebrates diversity in its faculty, staff and student body. In admissions and employment practices, scholarship aid and educational programs, Newark Academy upholds applicable state and federal laws and regulations prohibiting unlawful discrimination.

About Newark Academy

Newark Academy, a co-educational, independent, nonsectarian, college-preparatory, Grades 6-12 day school in Livingston, NJ. Founded in 1774, Newark Academy is the second oldest day school in the state of New Jersey, and one of 11 pre-Revolutionary schools still operating in the United States. In 1964, the Academy moved from Newark to its current location in Livingston, NJ and, in 1971, became fully co-educational. Mission Statement : Newark Academy will contribute to society thoughtful and compassionate citizens who embrace their responsibilities as ethical, intellectual and civic stewards in the global environment. Newark Academy seeks and celebrates diversity in its faculty, staff and student body. In admission and employment practices, scholarship aid and educational programs, Newark Academy upholds applicable state and federal laws and regulations prohibiting unlawful discrimination.

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