Director of Admissions

Houston Christian High School (HCHS) is accepting applications for the position of Director of Admissions. This position is responsible for oversight and administration of all phases of the admission process and the re-enrollment program. The Director of Admissions is expected to initiate and evaluate new admission activities designed to increase inquiries within and beyond traditional private feeder school programs and provide appropriate weekly and quarterly admission reports to the Head of School. 

The Director of Admissions has responsibility for and supervises all entrance examinations, interviews, scoring processes and tracking of admission documentation and is responsible to oversee all admission events. This is a twelve month, exempt position, reporting to the Head of School and is a member of the Administrative Team. This director role works collaboratively with all departments and supervises the Admissions Associate and the Admissions Administrative Assistant. Application information is below.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPECTATIONS:

• Bachelor's’ Degree required. Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum five years of experience in Education or relatable experience. Christian school experience is preferred.
• Proficient in basic technology applications. Google Apps knowledge is essential.
• Experience with a Student Admission and Enrollment system. Blackbaud preferred.
• Excellent verbal, visual, written, and interpersonal communication skills are required. 
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and consistently meet deadlines.
• A successful track record in setting priorities, keen analytical, organization and problem solving skills and in sound decision-making.
• High level of integrity, credibility, diplomacy, and initiative, with a high regard for confidentiality.
• A successful track record in setting priorities, keen analytical, organization and problem solving skills and in sound decision-making.
• Flexibility, sense of humor, and willingness to assist with tasks in a fast-paced team environment.
• Contribution to the life of the school outside of regular duties is expected.
• Represent the school in a positive light and be a strong spokesperson for the school.
• Committed to the mission and values of Houston Christian High School.

Application information:

Interested candidates may complete and submit the Houston Christian Professional Application with the page 6 philosophy questions, a cover letter, and resume to hr@houstonchristian.org. Instructions and the application are accessible from the Employment page at www.houstonchristian.org. Or send a recent resume to hr@houstonchristian.org.

While HC gives preference to members of the Christian faith, the School is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis [“protected class”] including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law except those exclusions specifically provided to Religious Organizations. The School is a Religious Organization as defined by Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and accordingly reserves the right to employ persons who profess a Christian faith and have a philosophy of ministry similar to ours.