To apply, submit via email a résumé, copies of relevant certifications, and contact information for three relevant references to resumes@bfhsla.org. In addition, please submit a cover letter that includes the following topics:

• Describe what attributes you possess that are beneficial to Benjamin Franklin High School.
• Describe the most significant change you have implemented in your current role in the last 1-3 years that has streamlined workflow and increased productivity within the organization.
• Describe how you have worked to champion diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Applications accepted until positions are filled.

Professional Expectations

• Professional development - show initiative in increasing present skills and learning new ones.
• Dependability - on time and on task throughout the day, and complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Cooperativeness - positive attitude with others; cooperative and helpful with co-workers; foster an open and trusting work environment.
• Professionalism - maintain appropriate boundaries with students; dress appropriately; maintain confidentiality; use appropriate channels of communication to express concerns; accept responsibility.
• Adaptability - accept and apply constructive feedback; demonstrate flexibility to meet new needs or challenges, and to incorporate new ideas; suggest better ways to do things.
• Communication - respond in a timely manner to phone and email messages; communicate effectively with staff, students, and parents; listen carefully and ask questions when needed; clear and accurate verbal and written communication.
• Decision making/problem solving - make sound and timely decisions by analyzing facts; reach logical conclusions by use of foresight and planning; independent, but seek help from the right source when appropriate; prompt response to safety and security concerns.
• Service to Franklin - act as an ambassador in any setting, supporting both the school’s mission and handbook; support students in both the context of the job and involvement in their extra-curricular and co-curricular activities.

Job Specific Expectations
Oversight of the Admissions Program

• Build relationships and perform outreach with area schools and educational agencies
• Celebrate and exhibit positive school culture
• Create a positive BFHS experience for internal and external stakeholders
• Design, communicate, and implement recruitment events, currently: Open House Welcome Wednesdays, Franklin Welcome Night, Franklin Summer Institute
• Ensure admissions process and testing are family and student centered
• Establish an annual plan, marketing materials and schedule to engage and recruit new students
• Explore and advance programs and policies that support an accessible, equitable, and transparent admissions program
• Facilitate options for out-of-state and out-of-country families
• Greet visitors, respond to emails, and answer phone calls to serve as an ambassador and information hub
• Maintain and process documents and applications related to the admissions and test registration process: Including test accommodations, exceptions, and appeals
• Meet the needs of the public and governance for admissions information; stay abreast of Charter compliance and authorization requirements
• Promote institutional progress via educational landscape awareness
• Serve as an ambassador for Franklin in the larger community and an influencer of positive school culture within Franklin
• Attend, lead, and participate in school and community events
• Reporting - Support required reporting to NOLA Public Schools, the Department of Education, as well as for School Leaders.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Required or 5 years of experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to generate ideas, solve problems, and resolve conflicts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Work experience in an academic setting
• 3 Years of experience

Benjamin Franklin High School does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, genetic information, marital status, or association with a protected individual. The School offers a competitive salary & benefits package.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person