Assistant Director of Admission

The Overlake School • redmond, wa, us • 5m ago

Description:

Assistant Director of Admissions

The Overlake School – Redmond, WA

The Overlake School seeks a full-time Assistant Director of Admissions.

Founded in 1967, The Overlake School is an independent, nonsectarian, coeducational, college preparatory day school. Each Overlake community member is committed to the school's mission to champion students and their vast potential through engaging educational experiences in a diverse and inclusive community. Overlake students are valued as multifaceted individuals and graduate with a passion for learning, ready for any path that contributes to a better world.

The Overlake School is committed to diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national or ethnic origin, socio-economic status, gender, sexual orientation, or disability in the administration of its educational policies, financial aid, employment, and other school-administered programs. Our school is committed to the strategic goals of developing our collective capacity in areas of well-being for all, the attraction and retention of talented and qualified educators, integration of diversity, equity & inclusion into the life of our school, and defining our institutional identity.

Job Description Summary

The Assistant Director of Admission will participate in all aspects of the admission process as a member of the admission team to achieve the goals and objectives of the Office of Admission. The person in this position must maintain a clear, well-developed understanding of the school, including the admission and financial aid process, while demonstrating the ability to effectively and accurately communicate this knowledge to prospective, new, and current families. This position requires a highly organized, detail-oriented individual possessing excellent interpersonal communication skills, demonstrated cultural competence, and being able to process confidential information in a professional, discrete manner. This person must have the ability to take ownership of certain areas of responsibility while supporting teammates in all parts of the admission and financial process.

In partnership with the Director of Admissions and Financial Aid, the Assistant Director of Admission will play a key role in achieving the Overlake School's strategic goals through development of strategic plans and data-driven improvements in admissions process. Duties include data centered strategic planning, community outreach, planning, executing, and participating in admission events, and collaborating with faculty/staff.

Core Responsibilities

· Support logistics and coordination of end-to-end admissions process and events, including communications, tours, student visits, open houses, interviews, and new family welcome events

· In partnership with Director of Admissions and Financial Aid, develop and execute outreach strategies to recruit, admit, and yield underserved and underrepresented populations in school's admissions process

· Participate in on-campus/off-campus/virtual admission events. Light local travel and attend events as required, including evening and weekends for scheduled events

· Lead operational improvements in admissions process through data collection, iteration, and training

· Interview applicants, review applications, and serve as a member of the admission committee

· Steward prospective students and families as they move through the admission process, modeling customer service best practices to ensure a positive experience with Overlake

Other Responsibilities

· Assists department with parent/student ambassador relations

· Support with admission department daily operations and encourages a culture of teamwork and collaboration with Overlake community

· Other projects and duties as assigned by the Director of Admissions and Financial Aid

Salary: $70,000 to $80,000 depending on education and experience.

Benefits: Overlake Benefits

For more information about The Overlake School, or to apply, visit: www.overlake.jobs.

Requirements:

Qualifications and Required Skills/Abilities

· Bachelor's degree required

· Experience working in the fields of admissions/enrollment, education, or a mission-driven organization with 4+ years preferred

· Personal and professional commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and interest in creating an inclusive admissions experience for families