Morgan Park Academy has an immediate opening for a full-time Admissions Director. The Admissions Director is a key driver in Morgan Park Academy’s recruitment and admissions strategy to enroll mission-appropriate students. The Admissions Director is responsible to and reports to the Head of School.

Founded in 1873, Morgan Park Academy is a co-educational, college preparatory, independent day school in Chicago dedicated to preparing students to pursue the highest levels of educational excellence with an emphasis on independent thinking and global leadership.

Qualified candidates will have three or more years of experience with school admissions, excellent writing and communication skills, and a willingness to work in a collegial manner with prospective families, faculty, staff, and parents. Experience working collaboratively with multiple stakeholders in various roles across the organization with a proven track record of success in marketing a school. Bachelor’s degree required.

Responsibilities:

• Represent Morgan Park Academy’s mission, program, culture, and admission process to prospective families and the broader community, including the recruitment of international students
• In conjunction with the Director of Enrollment Management, participate in the entirety of the admissions process from inquiry to enrollment to retention
• Provide prospective students, parents, and guardians with information regarding admissions requirements and processes as needed
• Using our established software tools, coordinate, lead, and manage school tours, Open Houses, recruitment events, and Financial Aid events. Experience in computer databases and information systems such as Blackbaud, FACTS, or other industry-related CRM solutions preferred
• Work as a member of the Communications Team on all marketing and public relations activities at the school, including but not limited to: representing and promoting the school at both on and off-campus events and coordinating the design of promotional material; some nights and weekends will be required
• Oversee all admissions-related events: open houses, morning coffees, feeder school visits, accepted student events, and school fairs.
• Supports the financial aid process with the Director of Finance
• Oversee the admissions office and the admissions budget to ensure appropriate admissions material, mailings, and publications.

• Should be passionate about the work and mission, highly organized, and extremely detail-oriented.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral formats to perform all functions related to this position.
• Overseeing the school’s social media and advertising the school on various media platforms.
• Oversee the network of parents, former parents, and alumni to assist in the admission program, including the Parent Ambassador Program and the Student Ambassador Program.
• Attend Committee Meetings and Board meetings (by invitation/notification) pertaining to Admissions and strategies.

Work Location/Hours:

This position is not remote and requires the candidate to be an active and present member of the campus community. Hours occasionally include nights, weekends, and the occasional holiday.

Compensation and Benefits:

This is a full-time position offering a competitive salary commensurate with experience and a benefits package including medical, vision, and dental insurance; tuition remission; professional development opportunities; and an employer-matched retirement plan.

Nondiscrimination Policy Statement:

It is the policy and commitment of Morgan Park Academy that it does not discriminate based on race, age, color, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, or religion.