AssistantAssociate Director of Admissions

Raleigh, WV - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Ravenscroft School seeks an energetic relational and strategic admissions professional to serve as Assistant/Associate Director of Admissions. This role is central to advancing the schools enrollment goals by guiding prospective families through the inquiry-to-enrollment process and helping shape a thoughtful data-informed recruitment and conversion strategy.

The Assistant/Associate Director will serve as a primary ambassador for the school building strong relationships with students families and community partners while collaborating closely with internal departments to support enrollment and retention efforts.

Reports to: Director of Enrollment Management

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

What Youll Do

Enrollment and Recruitment Strategy

Serve as an active and creative thought partner in the development of a comprehensive recruitment and conversion strategy
Incorporate current trends best practices data and quantitative analysis into enrollment planning
Support schoolwide retention efforts

Admissions Process Management

Manage a division of the admissions funnel from inquiry through enrollment
Field questions from prospective families
Conduct campus tours and schedule student visits
Lead parent and student interviews
Maintain timely and strategic follow-up communication
Coordinate divisional admissions events
Assist with admission testing as needed

Admissions Committee Leadership

Manage divisional Admissions Committees
Review applicant files
Onboard and guide committee members
Recommend and select candidates for admission

Relationship Building & Collaboration

Partner with the Director of Enrollment to build and maintain relationships with area schools educational access programs and educational consultants
Collaborate with Advancement Business Marketing & Communications Athletics and the Arts to support enrollment and institutional goals
Serve as a potential liaison between Admissions and Athletics
Develop meaningful leadership opportunities for students serving as admission ambassadors

A full list of essential functions and additional details will be shared during the interview process.

Qualifications

Required:

Bachelors degree
Minimum of 3 years of admission and enrollment management experience preferably in an independent school setting working with Middle and/or Upper School students
Ability to warmly and effectively engage with individuals and groups in both professional and social settings
Excellent written and verbal communication skills including strong presentation skills
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced service-oriented office
Strong understanding of the strategic relationship between admission marketing and financial aid
High standards of professionalism organization accountability and confidentiality
Demonstrated cultural competency and ability to collaborate across differences
Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed
Proficiency with student information systems and enrollment databases (e.g. Veracross Finalsite or similar systems)

Preferred

Advanced degree
Positive energy flexibility initiative and strong attention to detail
Desire to participate in the co-curricular life of the school; athletics coaching encouraged

Work Environment and Physical Demands

This role is based on our vibrant campus with plenty of opportunities to connect directly with students families and colleagues. Youll be moving around the campus for tours meetings and admissions events with occasional evening and weekend commitments. The position combines office work with hands-on engagement providing a dynamic and interactive work environment. Reasonable accommodations are available to support individuals in performing the essential functions of the role.

Required Experience:

Director