INTERIM Director of Enrollment Management
INTERIM Director of Enrollment Management
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USD 145000 - 195000
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Job Description
Join the Buckley School as
INTERIM Director of Enrollment Management
Start date: July 8 2025 (possibly sooner) through May 2026
The Buckley SchoolLos Angeles oldest independent allgender K12 school with all grades on one
campusis seeking a visionary and missiondriven director of enrollment management to lead the
schools efforts in recruiting and retaining the next generation of curious compassionate and
communityminded students.
As a nationally recognized college preparatory school fostering curiosity innovation and empathy
Buckley is committed to preparing students to become Architects of the Future. We seek a leader
who will elevate Buckleys enrollment strategy with datainformed decision making an inclusive
spirit and a warm welcoming presence.
What youll do
As a key member of the senior leadership team and reporting to the head of school you will:
Lead a dedicated joyful admission team (three fulltime and one parttime) to design a
compelling missionaligned application experience.
Shape the culture of recruitment and retention ensuring Buckley remains both competitive and
valuesdriven.
Model enlightened hospitality that includes communicating in a clear accurate and timely
manner and providing opportunities for prospective families to connect with the schools students
faculty staff and campus.
Collaborate across departmentsincluding marketing advancement and division headsto deliver
consistent messaging and exceptional prospective family experiences.
Develop and implement a multiyear enrollment strategy to meet our 830student cap (set by
Buckleys conditional use permit) informed by demographic trends economic data and broader
educational insights.
Champion equity and belonging ensuring our student body reflects the diversity of greater Los
Angeles.
Strategic opportunities
This is a moment to lead with purpose:
Clarify Buckleys distinct value proposition in a crowded Los Angeles school market.
Strengthen retention through proactive crossdivisional collaboration.
Deepen partnerships with feeder schools consultants and communitybased
organizations.
Advance data systems and enrollment metrics to shape informed missionforward
decisions.
Serve as the public face of a school deeply committed to inclusion intellectual engagement and
student wellbeing.
What were looking for
Were seeking a warm strategic and driven leader who:
Brings to Buckley five or more years of enrollment management experience ideally in an
independent school or college.
Is an exceptional communicator and relationshipbuilder able to connect authentically with
families faculty and staff.
Understands and values child development across grades K12.
Uses data and CRM tools effectively (Blackbaud SchoolAdmin etc.).
Demonstrates optimism professionalism humility and emotional intelligence.
Aligns with Buckleys core values: honesty respect kindness selfreliance loyalty and
selfdiscipline.
Responsibilities include
Supervising and mentoring a collaborative admission team.
Working in partnership with the business office to oversee all aspects of financial aid and
reenrollment.
Designing and leading family outreach events open houses and welcome programs.
Partnering with the director of marketing and communications to create unified messaging and
branding to build Buckleys presence and appeal.
Serving as a Middle or Upper School advisor and participating fully in the life of the school
(games concerts assemblies and more).
Preparing reports and presenting key data to leadership and trustees.
Managing the admission office budget.
Compensation and application process
Salary range: $145000$195000 depending on experience.
We offer a competitive benefits package including retirement contributions daily lunch onsite
parking contributions to medical dental vision life/AD&D plans and a generous time off policy.
To apply: Send application materials to
Applications received by May 17 will be given priority. Please submit a single PDF including:
1. A cover letter introducing yourself to the search committee
2. Your rsum
3. Names and contact info for five references (we will not contact references without your
permission)
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Unclear
