Director of Admissions/Marketing Position Available In Clearfield, Pennsylvania

• DUBOIS

CENTRAL CATHOLIC SEEKS

DIRECTOR

OF ADMISSIONS/MARKETING

• JOB

DESCRIPTION

• The Director of Admissions is responsible for all aspects of the preschool-12 admissions process, including developing and implementing recruitment strategy; guiding students and families through the admission process; conducting candidate/family interviews; with others, overseeing the DCC’s scholarships; tracking and reviewing candidate applications; generating final admission and scholarship decisions; recruiting newly admitted students to enroll; and engaging in effective community outreach to expand DCC’s excellent reputation in the region.

The Director of Admissions/Marketing is a part of the Development Team and reports to the President. 

• Recruitment/Admissions/Enrollment Management Responsibilities:

• Develops a comprehensive admission plan to promote DuBois Central Catholic to prospective incoming students, transfer students and parents
• Works closely with the Administrative Team to develop the overall marketing campaign for the school and works strategically with the school’s constituents to ensure an integrated, engaging and effective identity
• Prepares a timely advertising plan for student recruitment using newspapers, radio and other media sources as deemed appropriate
• Organizes and coordinates Open House events for prospective students and their parents
• Manage the school visitation program (cardinal visits) for prospective students and families
• Manages a Tour Guide program
• including selection and training of DCC student guides/hosts for recruitment/admissions events
• Maintains and manages admissions software and databases for accurate electronic documentation of student prospects
• Develops and maintains close working relationships with key feeder school constituents
• Manages relationships with current parents to serve as ambassadors within their communities, local schools, churches and organizations
• Establishes and publishes criteria and notification process for admissions decisions status of students
• Coordinates the administration of the Admissions Test
• Evaluates and executes admission decisions on applicant files
• Develops and monitors statistical reports to enhance recruitment strategies, yield management, forecasting, and operational efficiency
• Performs intake interviews of new and prospective students when appropriate
• Organizes the registration process for new students
• Assists school administration with orientation program for new and transfer students
• Conducts any and all appropriate marketing research with the goal of increasing enrollment and retention
• Develops a comprehensive International Student Recruitment and Admissions process.
• Assists Development Team with various initiatives throughout the year. 

• Financial Aid Responsibilities:

• Works closely with the Director of Finance to plan and coordinate the financial aid application process for incoming and transfer students including the notification process. 

• Qualifications:

• Practicing Catholic with an active sacramental and faith-life and in good standing with church
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant area (advanced degree a plus)
• Previous experience in high school or college admissions, school administration, or sales and marketing
• Ability to effectively communicate in person and in writing
• Excellent public speaking skills
• Ability to work collegially within a team of educational leaders
• Possess high energy, attention to detail, and the ability to organize effectively
• A valid driver’s license and the ability to travel and work nights and weekends as necessary
• High-level analytical and organizational skills and a demonstrated ability to plan strategically. 

• Salary:

• Competitive for the region and based on experience, education and qualifications.
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