Head of Recruitment

Preston High School Head of Recruitment

Location: Bronx NY

Reports to: Principal

Start Date: July 1 2026

Employment Type: FullTime 12Month Position

About Preston High School

Founded in 1947 by the Sisters of the Divine Compassion Preston High School is a Catholic collegepreparatory school committed to educating young women to become compassionate leaders critical thinkers and agents of positive change. As we enter an exciting new chapter as an independent Catholic high school we are seeking a dynamic missiondriven Head of Recruitment to lead our enrollment strategy and strengthen our presence across the Bronx and greater New York City.

Position Summary

The Head of Recruitment is responsible for designing leading and executing a comprehensive student recruitment and admissions strategy that reflects Prestons Catholic identity academic excellence and commitment to forming young women of compassion and leadership. This role is central to advancing the schools longterm sustainability and growth objectives.

The ideal candidate brings deep experience in enrollment management student recruitment or community engagement-preferably within Catholic or independent schools-and thrives in a missiondriven environment.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Enrollment Strategy

• Develop and implement a multiyear recruitment plan aligned with Prestons strategic growth goals.
• Lead outreach efforts to Catholic elementary schools parish communities middle schools and local organizations.
• Oversee all admissions events including open houses tours shadow days and acceptedstudent programming.
• Manage the full admissions cycle from inquiry to enrollment.
• Manage Recruitment Office and personnel
• Facilitate and supervise TACHS Prep Programs

Community Engagement & Partnerships

• Build strong relationships with feeder schools pastors principals guidance counselors and community partners.
• Represent Preston at fairs parish events and community gatherings.
• Serve as a visible ambassador of Prestons mission values and academic programs.

Data Reporting & Forecasting

• Track and analyze recruitment metrics conversion rates and enrollment trends.
• Provide regular reports to the Principal Board and leadership team.
• Use data to refine strategy and ensure progress toward annual enrollment targets.

Marketing & Communications Collaboration

• Ensure consistent messaging across digital print and community channels.
• Contribute to the development of recruitment materials and campaigns.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree required; Masters degree preferred.
• 57 years of experience in enrollment management admissions recruitment or related fields (Catholic or independent school experience strongly preferred).
• Deep understanding of Catholic education and commitment to Prestons mission.
• Strong interpersonal communication and publicspeaking skills.
• Demonstrated success meeting or exceeding enrollment or recruitment targets.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed for recruitment events.

Enrollment Growth Objectives & Incentive Structure

The Head of Recruitment will play a pivotal role in advancing Prestons multiyear enrollment strategy. Annual targets and yearoveryear growth expectations of 5 to 6% year-over-year.

Compensation

Preston High School offers a competitive compensation package consistent with norms across the Archdiocese of New York and independent Catholic schools.

• Salary Range: $65000-$80000 commensurate with experience.
• Annual Performance Incentive: Based on achievement of enrollment growth targets.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health retirement and tuition remission opportunities.

Incentive Bonus Structure

To recognize and reward exceptional performance the Head of Recruitment will be eligible for an annual incentive bonus tied directly to the achievement of approximately 5-6% year over year enrollment growth targets.

• Bonuses will be tiered with higher payouts for meeting or exceeding the annual percentage growth goals.
• Incentives will be awarded following verification of final enrollment numbers each fall.
• This structure is designed to reinforce Prestons longterm sustainability while celebrating the measurable impact of the Head of Recruitments leadership.

Please ensure to complete the application submit a resume cover sheet and three professional references