Associate Director of Admissions

The Archer School for Girls is currently seeking a full-time Associate Director of Admission. The Associate Director of Admissions will be an essential partner to the Director of Admissions in welcoming families as they learn about Archer, providing day-to-day support for the admissions process, and interacting with a variety of constituents including applicant families, current students and volunteers, faculty, staff, feeder schools, and other sending organizations. This individual is part of an energetic, dynamic and mission-driven team that plays a key role in shaping first impressions and the ongoing experiences of families throughout the admissions process.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Partner with the Director of Admissions to lead admissions operations, overseeing recruitment, marketing, outreach strategies, and communications for prospective, admitted, and newly enrolled families.

• Direct application and enrollment processes from initial inquiry through matriculation, managing multiple portal systems, and ensuring data accuracy.

• Manage the receipt and uploading process of application documents.

• Prepare interview appointment-related materials, such as admissions exercise packets and postcards, and day visit-related materials.

• Interview applicant families across middle school and upper school divisions and complete an internal post-interview summary.

• Facilitate admissions committee reviews by coordinating the release of applicant files to the committee and actively participating in decision-making discussions to support enrollment outcomes.

• Participate in the internal Admissions Committee to evaluate applicants and contribute to final selection decisions.

• Serve on the Financial Aid Committee, reviewing applications and participating in award deliberations.

• Lead planning and coordination of student visit days, support the design and execution of admissions events that showcase school culture and signature programs, and create event materials such as programs, name tags, etc.

• Assist in training student and parent ambassadors on the campus tour route and other admissions volunteer opportunities.

• Collect, prepare, and analyze admissions and enrollment data to create predictive models that support strategic planning and budget forecasting with the Director.

• Produce presentations for senior leadership and the Board of Trustees.

• Collaborate with the Director to request the annual admissions budget.

• Oversee expense monitoring, purchase records management, and coordination with the Business Office.

• Manage digital and print marketing efforts, including admissions webpage updates, photo and video content creation, invitation design, email campaigns, admissions newsletters, and consortium and partner organization profiles.

• Foster cross-department collaboration with faculty, athletics, and performing arts teams to ensure a memorable application process.

• Coordinate newly enrolled student placement through assessments for the math and science academic departments.

• Support schoolwide operating systems, communication, and any other logistics that would require multi-department partnership.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

• Self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset, capable of working independently and as part of a team.

• Flexibility and adaptability regarding responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.

• Consistent delivery of outstanding customer service.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess problems, develop effective solutions, prioritize tasks, and exercise sound judgment under tight deadlines.

• Superior interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain positive professional relationships.

• Excellent organizational, time management, oral communication, and written communication skills.

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, with strong presentation abilities.

• Warm and approachable demeanor, with comfort speaking professionally to students and their parents.

• High level of diplomacy and discretion when handling sensitive or confidential information.

• Demonstrated enthusiasm, collegiality, and a positive attitude in a high-energy work environment.

• High degree of computer fluency and database proficiency, including experience with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite, macOS operating system and related applications, Finalsite, Blackbaud, Canva, and Adobe Creative Suite.

Education and/or Experience 

• Bachelor’s degree required.

• At least five years of experience at an independent school is desirable.

• Admissions or marketing experience would be optimal.

The Archer School for Girls is an educational community that supports and challenges young women to discover their passions and realize their true potential. Our professional culture is fueled by ongoing professional development, a spirit of innovation, and an abiding belief in the capacity of every student in our care. Beyond competitive pay and benefits, employees enjoy working in a collegial, growth-oriented, and joyful culture We seek employees who will contribute to an equitable and just learning environment. Integral to its mission, Archer has remained passionately committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive community where all students can thrive personally and academically. To learn more about the School, visit www.archer.org.

Salary Range: $43.27 to $57.69 per hour (depending on qualifications and experience).

To apply, please click on the blue APPLY button.

No phone calls, please. More information on Archer can be found at www.archer.org. The Archer School for Girls is an Equal Opportunity Employer.