Assistant Director of Admission & Financial Aid, Fairfield Prep
Assistant Director of Admission & Financial Aid, Fairfield Prep
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Job Description:
Job Title: Assistant Director of Admissions and Financial Aid Fairfield Prep (Fairfield Conn.)
Fairfield College Preparatory School is an all-boys Jesuit Catholic high school of excellence located on the campus of Fairfield University for students in ninth through twelfth grade.
Fairfield Prep Mission Statement
Fairfield College Preparatory School is a Jesuit Catholic School of excellence forming young men of intellectual competence who possess the conscience to make wise decisions a compassion for others and a commitment to justice in our global society.
Fairfield Prep Vision Statement
Fairfield College Preparatory School strives to be a reflective community of faith in which students revere their relationship with God and with one another. We are committed to graduating transformational leaders who will respond to global and ecological challenges in an interconnected world marked by profound change.
The Assistant Director of Admissions and Financial Aid is responsible for using the Jesuit Catholic mission and identity of Fairfield Prep to provide essential support in our comprehensive enrollment strategy for our college preparatory program managing day-to-day admissions operations and financial aid services while supporting the VP for Enrollment Management and Associate Director of Admissions in achieving enrollment goals for young men seeking a rigorous Jesuit education. The position reports directly to the VP for Enrollment Management. Responsibilities of this position include:
Admissions Operations (50%)
Manage admission application files and maintain organized systems for application tracking and review
Process incoming applications correspondence and supporting documents
Coordinate application review processes and prepare materials for admission committee meetings
Manage the online admissions application database and ensure data accuracy
Conduct campus tours for prospective families and assist with admissions events including Open Houses information sessions accepted student events and yield activities
Support school visits and recruitment activities at area middle schools and educational fairs
Maintain communication with prospective families throughout the admissions process
Coordinate entrance examination administration and logistics
Prepare enrollment reports and statistical analysis as requested
Financial Aid Administration (35%)
Process all aspects of the financial aid program including need-based aid merit scholarships and tuition assistance applications
Review and analyze financial aid applications including institutional forms and supporting materials. Tax documents are analyzed by a third-party vendor.
Calculate initial financial aid awards within established parameters and school budget guidelines
Maintain accurate financial aid database and ensure timely processing of applications
Communicate with families regarding financial aid requirements deadlines and award notifications
Coordinate with Business Office on tuition billing payment plans and family account management
Prepare financial aid reports and assist with budget planning and analysis
Manage appeals process and mid-year financial aid adjustments as needed
Maintain files and ensure compliance with institutional financial aid policies
Assist families with financial aid questions and provide guidance throughout the process
General Office Support & Special Projects (15%)
Assist with developing enrollment communications and marketing materials
Support data collection and analysis for enrollment reports and strategic planning
Manage admissions office technology systems and databases
Coordinate with other departments on enrollment-related initiatives
Maintain organized filing systems and ensure accurate record-keeping
Assist with special projects and initiatives as assigned by VP for Enrollment Management
Supervise student volunteers during admissions events and provide guidance as needed
Support general office operations including phone coverage and visitor assistance
Qualifications for Position:
Experience in independent school Catholic school or college preparatory school environment
Knowledge of financial aid processing and tuition assistance programs
Familiarity with the Connecticut independent and public school landscape
Experience with standardized testing coordination or educational events
Category:
Prep - AdminPerforms such other duties responsibilities and activities as required by supervisor and as departmental/University needs indicate.
*Disclaimer
The above information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain and should not be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities activities and/or qualifications required or expected of employees assigned to this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change and new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.
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Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
