Roycemore School is a highly regarded, coeducational independent school for students from 3 years old through 12th grade. Located in Evanston, Illinois, on the north side of Chicago. Roycemore is a diverse and intimate community, rooted in academic excellence, that inspires each student to discover their passions, think without limits, find their voice, and live courageously.
Roycemore School Mission
Roycemore: Our diverse and intimate community, rooted in academic excellence, inspires students to discover their passions, think without limits, find their voice, and live courageously.
Roycemore's Vision
Launching responsible citizens, innovative thinkers, and compassionate leaders.
Position Overview
We are currently seeking a Director of Enrollment to begin July 1, 2024. The Director of Enrollment reports directly to the Assistant Head of School for Advancement. The role supports the mission of our school by focusing on recruiting efforts and supporting enrollment.
Essential Functions
Develop and implement comprehensive enrollment strategies aligned with the school's mission, vision, and goals. Analyze demographic data, market trends, and competitor information to identify opportunities for enrollment growth.
Plan, organize, and staff admissions events both internally and externally, including set-up, materials preparation, tear-down, and follow-up.
Collaborate with the Director of Finance and Operations and the Head of School to make effective financial aid decisions that support enrollment goals while ensuring access and affordability for students. Stay current on financial aid trends and regulations to make informed decisions.
Generate applications through the maintenance of positive relationships with parents, consultants, and other admissions professionals.
Initiate and lead communication with prospective students and their families.
Serve as a point of contact for parent ambassadors, student ambassadors, and volunteers, especially when organizing events.
Gather, compile, and manage confidential admissions files from application to enrollment.
Work with the Assistant Head of School for Advancement to find new, creative ways to promote Roycemore and reach new potential families.
Work closely with Division Heads and the student success team to ensure programmatic support and guidance for newly admitted students and their families.
Develop and implement admission policies and procedures from inquiry to enrollment, ensure timely communication with prospective students and families, and review applications for admission.
Utilize data analytics tools to track enrollment metrics, assess the effectiveness of recruitment and retention initiatives, and identify areas for improvement.
Collaborate with other departments, including academic teams, student services, marketing, development, and finance, to ensure alignment and integration of enrollment initiatives with broader institutional goals.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or postgraduate work in subject matter and/or education
5+ years of experience in admissions, enrollment, or school marketing
A strong passion for student success, learning, and development
Enthusiasm for embracing the Roycemore school mission, vision, and values
Ability to interface and communicate effectively with students, parents, and other staff members
Strategic thinker with a data-driven approach to decision-making
Knowledge of enrollment trends, best practices, and regulatory requirements in higher education
Experience with enrollment management software and data analytics tools preferred
Working knowledge of Macintosh operating systems
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Commitment to inclusion and issues of social justice and equity
Ability to use basic office equipment
POLICY OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
Roycemore is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical??? condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or ?expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
For best consideration please send cover letter and resume with three references ASAP to Morgan Busbey, mbusbey@roycemoreschool.org.