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Position Overview
The Director of Admissions of Dominican Academy works with the President and the Principal to plan, str, culture, and implement a comprehensive admissions program to further the school's mission. These elements include recruiting diverse, dynamic, caliber applicants, managing the admissions process, the scholarship and financial aid programs, and the school's summer programs.
Primary Responsibilities
- Directs and oversees all aspects of a comprehensive admissions program.
- Represents Dominican Academy and passionately embraces, embodies, and communicates the vision, mission, and values of Dominican Academy.
- Develops and implements a recruitment and marketing plan, including annual goals, office budgets, and the supervision of student, parent, and alumnae volunteers, to promote the school and increase/maintain enrollment.
- Cultivates and maintains relationships with parochial, private, and public schools and Catholic parishes.
- Plans and executes on- and off-site admissions and recruitment events, including three annual Open Houses, a Sneak Peek, and an Accepted Students Night; private visits to the school; regional receptions; and a buddy day program.
- Collects and reviews all admissions applications; conducts parent and student interviews; administers and grades the scholarship exam; works closely with families and schools throughout the process; and assists with orientation.
- Serves as Summer Program Coordinator for DA Summer Connection and TACHS Prep.
- Hosts Scholarship and Financial Aid Information sessions and leads the Financial Aid and Merit Scholarship committees.
- In collaboration with the school's communications staff, develops content for all admissions and marketing materials, both digital and print, including viewbooks, program brochures, and mailings and publications, including strategic initiatives and advertisements.
- Prepares and maintains admissions statistics regarding enrollment, attrition, and diversity. Interprets these statistics and tract trends over time.
- Reports at Board of Trustees meetings and works with the Board Strategic Planning Committee and other committees as needed.
- Assumes additional responsibilities that may be given, from time to time, by the President.
General Qualifications
- Ability to work collegially within a team of educational leaders and an active group of volunteers and Board of Trustees.
- Excellent communication skills: written, verbal,l, and public speaking.
- Proficiency with all Microsoft Office andanotherr relevant computer
- Able to manage multiple tasks, prioritize and meet
- Possess a high energy, attention to detail, and the ability to organize effectively.
Education and Specific Qualifications
- A bachelor's degree is required.
- A strong belief in the value of Dominican Catholic education.
- Knowledge of strategies and techniques for use in admissions.
- Familiarity with the types and uses of social media to connect with constituents.
- This position requires travel to cultivate connections with schools, prospective students, and their families in the Tri-State area.
- Evening/weekend work is