Admissions Director

Description: The Director of Admissions works in conjunction with the Division Heads facilitating admissions to Mt. Bethel Christian Academy and in making connections between prospective and current families/students with the school. The objective of the position is to draw, enroll, and retain mission-fit students.

Requirements:

● Full agreement with MBCA’s Statement of Faith & Doctrinal Statements, passion for Christian

schooling, and actively practice an authentic Christian faith

● Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (Communications, Marketing, Education, Public Relations,

Business, etc.); Master’s degree in relevant field is preferred

● Experience at MBCA or private Christian school

Unique Qualifications:

● Strong verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking

● Ability to interact well with others, including new people

● Highly organized with strong time management skills

● Data driven

● Proficient in use of software and applications, including Google Suite products

● Professional in appearance

● Understanding of marketing principles as they relate to admissions

Responsibilities:

● Formulate and execute forward-thinking, strategic admission and enrollment policies and practices

● Attract and recruit mission-appropriate families whose child will benefit from MBCA’s unique culture and programming

● Manage and maintain appropriate admission statistics and evaluate new student progress to monitor the effectiveness of admissions processes

● Track and manage prospective students from application to enrollment

● Analyze data to identify trends that impact enrollment outcomes and provide meaningful reporting to the Head of School and the Board of Trustees to inform decision-making

● Achieve the enrollment goals set in partnership with the Board of Trustees and Head of School

● Welcome prospective families to MBCA by hosting regular open houses and other events and speaking as needed at each

● Develop and engage in strategic partnerships with other organizations designed to increase enrollment and visibility

● Recruit and manage student and parent ambassadors

● Develop and implement strategic recruitment, marketing, and communication plans to reach targeted audiences

● Manage, maintain, and administer aspects of the School SEVIS certification, including issuing I-20 Visas for international students in conjunction with the Upper School Division Head

● Manage the Admission database or Student Information System and associated enrollment contracts

● Conduct all aspects of position using best practices for each component, keeping up on latest trends and strategies in the admissions field

● Coordinate development of Admission materials with Marketing & Communications Department

● Attend all Admission Events

● Use software tools for project management (Student Information Systems and/or CRM) and follow-up tracking

● Communicate clearly and enthusiastically to all staff and prospective students and their families

● Foster high ethical standards, integrity, and respect for colleagues, alumni, parents and students throughout the admission process

● Be sensitive to economic, cultural, and other matters in the enrollment of a diverse student body

● Represent MBCA, its mission, and its leadership

● Engage in long-range plan while managing the daily details of implementation

● Supervise personnel in the Admission Office

● Participate in Admin Leadership Team meetings

Department: Senior Administration

Reports to: Head of School

Hours: Full Time, 12-months

Pay: $60,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person