Assistant Director of Admissions

RESPONSIBILITIES: The Assistant Director of Admissions will perform various admissions duties and play a vital role in recruiting and selecting mission-appropriate students. This includes attending school fairs, visiting partner schools, establishing ongoing contact with prospective students, reviewing student applications, conducting student interviews, participating in admissions committee decisions for all applicants, and assisting in the execution of special events and receptions on and off campus. The position requires extensive travel during the fall to attend school fairs and visit partner schools as a representative of Culver Academies - including some evenings and occasional weekends.  The successful applicant will work in concert with other members of the Admissions Office to help develop/implement a strategic enrollment plan to attract, enroll, and retain mission appropriate students.  They will counsel prospective students and their families about the qualifications for admissions and become proficient in using technology to manage office recordkeeping and correspondence (Slate).   As a mission-driven, value-based organization, we ask you to contribute to the mission by serving students in additional commitments to realize our promise of whole-person education. This includes a commitment to students outside of the office in an area, such as academics, athletics, or spiritual life, along with supporting student and campus life activities.   REQUIREMENTS: A bachelor's degree is required, and three to five years of admissions-related experience.  Independent school experience is preferred. Candidates will be committed to improving personal practice through peer observation and professional development and be able to operate independently and integrate well as part of a team to meet deadlines. Will have highly developed verbal and written communication, interpersonal and organizational skills. This position requires advanced computer skills. Must be proficient in word processing, email, the internet, and spreadsheets, using Microsoft Office Suite, and will be apt to learn new software programs quickly. Experience using Veracross or Slate is desired. Must be committed to developing an equitable and inclusive community and be willing to work a flexible schedule, as evening and weekend work is occasionally required. All candidates are being asked to submit a Cover Letter with their application.