REPORTS TO:
Director of Advancement. This person will be an active member of the Advancement Team.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Recruitment and Enrollment Specialist is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to attract and enroll prospective students. This role requires a dynamic, outgoing individual with a passion for education and the mission of Incarnate Word High School. The Specialist will work closely with school leadership, faculty, and staff to achieve enrollment goals and ensure a smooth admissions process.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
•Assist in the development and execution of a comprehensive student recruitment plan aligned with the school's mission and enrollment goals.
•Identify and target key markets and demographics for potential students.
•Coordinate and participate in recruitment events, including open houses, school visits, and community outreach programs.
•Establish and maintain relationships with prospective students, families, feeder schools, and community organizations.
•Coordinate interviews, campus tours, and shadow days for prospective students.
•Serve as the primary point of contact for inquiries from prospective students and their families.
•Foster strong connections with alumnae and leverage their networks for recruitment purposes.
•Collaborate with Communications Specialist to create engaging recruitment materials, including brochures, social media content, and website updates.
•Develop and deliver presentations to prospective students, families, and community groups.
•Oversee the admissions application process, ensuring timely and accurate processing of applications.
•Manage communication campaigns to keep prospective students and families informed throughout the admissions process.
•Evaluate applications and assist in making admissions decisions.
•Track and analyze recruitment and enrollment data to measure the effectiveness of strategies and identify areas for improvement.
•Prepare regular reports for school leadership on recruitment and enrollment metrics.
•Maintain accurate records of prospective student interactions and admissions data.
•Manage the scholarship process, including creating and updating the scholarship application.
•Coordinate scholarship application reviews and selection processes.
•Communicate scholarship opportunities to prospective and current students and their families.
•Support signature events of the Advancement team.
•Must be available to work evenings and weekends.
•Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Requirements
PREFERRED EDUCATION:
•Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
QUALIFICATIONS:
•Experience in student recruitment, admissions, or a related area, preferably in a Catholic or private school setting.
•Proficiency in Microsoft Office and student database ie. Blackbaud.
•Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
•Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
•Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
•High energy, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude.
•Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.