Director of Enrollment and Communications

$67,725 - $75,000/Yr

Gardner School Of Arts & Sciences - Vancouver, WA

Part-time,Full-time - Senior

Hybrid - Vancouver, WA

About the position

The Director of Enrollment and Communication at Gardner School of Arts & Sciences is a key administrative role responsible for enhancing the school's visibility and attracting prospective families. This position involves developing and implementing comprehensive admissions, communication, and marketing strategies that align with the school's mission. The Director will manage the admissions process, coordinate community engagement events, and work closely with senior leadership to achieve enrollment goals.

Responsibilities

• Audit current enrollment and communication processes and implement improvements.
• Develop and implement strategic recruitment and enrollment initiatives.
• Create and manage the Friends and Relatives of Gardner School (FROGS) organization and family engagement events.
• Research and analyze demographic trends affecting school enrollment.
• Organize and attend admissions and recruitment events.
• Establish and maintain relationships with feeder schools and community organizations.
• Implement best practices in Admissions to meet DEI goals.
• Lead faculty and staff through the admissions process and provide professional development opportunities.
• Collaborate with leadership to establish data-driven enrollment goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Marketing, Communications, or related field.
• Prior experience in independent school admissions management or marketing/communication work.
• Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations.
• Excellent familiarity with technology, including Google Suite and Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively communicate with various stakeholders.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with data analytics and marketing tools like MailChimp and Canva.
• Supervising experience in an educational setting.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off