JOB SUMMARY

The Enrollment Management Director is an integral part of the school’s administrative team and is responsible for managing all facets of the admissions process in the school’s effort to attract, enroll, and retain a diverse and dynamic gifted student population.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Enrollment Management Director is a key senior leader who reports directly to the Head of School and works closely with the senior leadership team. The Enrollment Management Director assumes a pivotal role in advancing The Logan School’s mission and ensuring the school's long-term sustainability. The Director of Enrollment is responsible for the strategic, operational, and administrative oversight of the student lifecycle and end-to-end family recruitment, from initial outreach to inquiry, application, enrollment, engagement, and retention. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Enrollment Management Director will:

• Work with the Director of Finance and Operations and the Head of School to oversee the enrollment and re-enrollment contract process. This includes the development of a contract, mailing the contracts, and keeping track of contracts and deposits received
• Work with the Director of Finance and Operations and Head of School to oversee the financial aid application process
• Contribute to the mission and standards of the school by recruiting and retaining students who will benefit from the school’s unique culture and programmatic offerings and contribute to the school community
• Formulate forward-thinking, strategic application, admission, and enrollment policies
• Report directly to the Head of School and liaise with the board of trustees regarding admissions and enrollment
• Coordinate four essential elements to ensure a competitive admissions process and the long-term health of the student body and broader alumni/ae base:
  • admission management (the tracking of prospective students from applicant to enrollment and beyond)
  • student retention
  • research (analyzing data that affect enrollment)
  • marketing
• Supervise an Enrollment Management Associate (budget dependent)
• Oversee enrollment management budgets
• Work closely with senior administrators to support development, communications, and marketing
• Be on-site for all contractual work days unless otherwise specified
• Understand the mission, including the culture and climate of the school and the broader educational environment
• Foster high ethical standards, integrity, and respect for colleagues, alumni/ae, parents, and students throughout the admissions process
• Be sensitive to economic, cultural, and other issues present in the enrollment of a diverse student body
• Communicate clearly and enthusiastically, to all staff and prospective students and their families

EQ AND SOCIAL AWARENESS

• Cultivate and maintain a collaborative environment
• Maintain an open-minded approach, good listening practices, and respectful dialogue with colleagues, families, and students
• Participate thoughtfully and positively in all meetings and school-wide events
• Consider various life perspectives and audiences when engaging in internal and external communications
• Be aware of self and employ emotional regulation strategies when approaching conflict with any member of the community or when speaking on behalf of the school
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality at all times

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Logan School for Creative Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Logan School does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. 

For additional questions about this position or to speak with someone about your interest, please contact Shalena Broadnax at shalena@workrenewed.com.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• A bachelor’s degree; master’s degree preferred
• At least two to five years of experience in an admission office preferred 
• Experience in independent schools preferred
• Experience with Student Information Systems/Databases (ex. Blackbaud)
• Ability to think critically and creatively
• Proven success in a senior administrative role, preferably working with a board
• Demonstrated leadership qualities
• The ability to work collaboratively with other school community members
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills

About The Logan School for Creative Learning

The Logan School for Creative Learning is an independent K-8 school for approximately 245 gifted students who are exceptionally inquisitive and curious. The Logan School fosters this love of learning by providing an experience-based education allowing students to develop to their fullest potential. With a focus on higher levels of critical thinking, students develop a mature sense of who they are and how they will connect with the world around them. The core of our program features individual student units, chosen by each student and co-designed with teachers. The Logan School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status.

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