Assistant Director of Admissions
Company: Greenwich Country Day School
Location: Greenwich
Posted on: May 13, 2022
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Job Description:
Greenwich Country Day School (GCDS) is an independent,
co-educational day school with a current enrollment of 1375
students in grades N-12, and a faculty and staff of 350. The
original Old Church Road campus is home to grades N-8. The new
Upper School (9-12,) established in 2019, is located less than two
miles away on Stanwich Road campus. Founded in 1926, Greenwich
Country Day School is a family school where innovative teaching is
encouraged as teachers model and foster a love of learning,
challenge and inspire children toward academic excellence, and
cultivate students--- interests and talents outside of the
classroom. We value purposeful and personal learning in a joyful
environment, with emphasis on the development of character,
creativity, and a sense of personal value along with strong
academic skill. GCDS is committed to graduating ethical, confident
leaders who possess a strong sense of purpose. GCDS is fortunate to
have built a large endowment which helps to fund competitive
salaries and benefits, including a robust professional development
program and reimbursement for graduate school tuition. GCDS offers
a substantial need-based financial aid program to support students
from a range of socio-economic backgrounds. Diversity is a core
value at GCDS, and we seek candidates who demonstrate a commitment
to equity and inclusion. GCDS is pleased to offer transportation
support and accommodations, as needed, along with an introduction
to the local area, for those candidates who travel from outside of
the region for on-campus employment interviews. Greenwich Country
Day School seeks an Assistant Director of Admissions, to start July
2022. This position will report to the Director of Enrollment and
Financial Aid and assist with all aspects of Upper School (Grade
9-12) admissions and enrollment management. Ideal candidates will
possess strong database skills and demonstrated experience using
data for strategic thinking along with exceptional interviewing
skills and the ability to meaningfully engage prospective students
and families. This is a 12-month/year, full-time position.
Responsibilities Include: Work collaboratively with the admissions
team in all aspects of the admissions process from inquiry to
enrollment; including fielding questions, scheduling student
visits, conducting parent and student interviews, follow-up
communication, and coordination of admissions events Serve as a
member of the Admissions Committee to review files, recommend, and
select candidates for admission Work with the Director of
Enrollment to build and maintain relationships with area schools as
well as with educational access programs and educational
consultants Assist with admissions testing and student screening
process Work with student admissions ambassadors to ensure a
meaningful leadership placement Incorporate the use of current
trends, best practices, data, and quantitative analysis into the
overall enrollment strategy Work collaboratively with internal
departments including Advancement, Business, Communications,
Athletics, and the Arts to engage prospective families and support
enrollment and institutional goals Be an active and creative
thought partner in the development of enrollment marketing and
communications strategy Understand and support the mission of the
school Required Qualifications Bachelor---s degree Minimum 5 years
of admissions and enrollment management experience, preferably in
an independent school setting at the secondary level Commitment to
building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive school community
Proficiency with student information systems and databases
Willingness to learn about the school, its curriculum and
admissions policies Demonstrated knowledge of the strategic
relationship that exists between the roles of admissions,
marketing, and financial aid and the achievement of enrollment
objectives Strong work ethic combined with a high degree of
professionalism, and the ability to maintain absolute
confidentiality and the integrity of the admissions process
Leadership skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and
meet deadlines in a fast-paced, service-oriented office
Demonstrated cultural competency skills to effectively communicate
and collaborate across difference Excellent interpersonal written
and verbal communication skills and the ability to comfortably,
warmly, and effectively engage with large and small groups of
adults and/or students in professional or social settings Strong
presentation skills Superlative organizational skills and attention
to detail Ability to work both as part of a team and independently
to accomplish departmental and individual goals Positive energy,
flexibility and a desire to participate in the life of the school
Ability and willingness to work nights and weekends as needed
Preferred Qualifications Experience with Veracross Experience with
Financial Aid processes and procedures High level proficiency in
Spanish Interested candidates are invited to use the link provided
to submit a cover letter and resume to: Susan Fahey Khanna,
Director of Human Resources Powered by JazzHR dJonE8bkCZ
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