ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF ADMISSIONS

Menlo School is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory school for students in grades six through twelve. Located in Atherton, California, and established in 1915, the School is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and is a member of the National and California Associations of Independent Schools.

At Menlo School, equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our organizational identity. Through our daily efforts, the School demonstrates a shared commitment to the development of all stakeholders by supporting a campus ethos where equity, diversity, and inclusion reflect the major cornerstones of our community.

Whether you are a faculty or a staff member, you are part of Menlo’s mission to empower students to explore and expand their interests, reach their fullest potential, develop the skills necessary for success in college, and become ethical, responsible, and engaged members of ever wider communities.  Menlo School believes that students are better educated and prepared to succeed when the School community—students, families, faculty, administration, and staff— reflect the diversity of the Bay Area.

The Assistant/Associate Director will be an integral part of the Admissions leadership team. This Assistant/Associate Director will be actively involved with all initiatives related to Menlo School admissions (grades 6 through 12).  Responsibilities will include representing Menlo School to a wide and diverse audience; maintaining relationships at feeder schools; corresponding with prospective students and their families; helping to organize various admission events; participating fully and helping facilitate the evaluation of applications and selection of the incoming class; and other duties as assigned by the Director.

Specific Duties include but are not limited to the following:

Communication with prospective students and families:

• Serve as a guide to help students and families understand the steps in the admissions process

   

  Coordinate the campus visit programs for prospective students and parents

   

  Assist with Preview Days and other admission events.

   

  Conduct candidate interviews

   

  Counsel families on the financial aid process

   

 Application Process and Data:

• Oversee the tracking and completion of applications

   

  Evaluate applicants and participate in the Admissions Committees

   

  Assist with statistical analysis of admission data and prepare reports

   

Outreach:

• Collaborate in the design and implementation of new outreach efforts

   

  Represent Menlo at school fairs and visit feeder schools/community-based organizations

   

  Help foster an inclusive community program to positively engage, academically and emotionally support, and retain students

   

Marketing:

• Work with school’s Communications Office in preparation of publications, videos and web pages

   

  Select and train student ambassadors to guide prospective students during visit days and Preview Days

   

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree required, an advanced degree is preferred

   

  Previous independent school admission experience with an overall understanding of successful recruitment and enrollment management practices is strongly preferred

   

  Experience with the online enrollment platform Ravenna preferred

   

  Experience with SSS and financial aid a plus

   

  Excellent communication skills in both speaking and writing

   

  Fluency in a language other than English, ideally Spanish

   

  Experience as an established education professional with high energy and drive

   

  Strong organizational skills ranging from project management to follow through on details

   

  Ability to collaborate effectively with the admissions team and the faculty, who are integral to the success of the admissions process

   

  Demonstrated commitment to the work of diversity, equity and inclusion

   

  Genuine affinity for working with children and families in an educational setting

   

We offer:

• An exceptional work environment and caring community

   

  Excellent professional development opportunities

   

  Highly competitive salary

   

  A comprehensive benefits package for employees and their families

   

  Generous contributions to 403b retirement plan

   

  Free lunch on campus when school is in session

   

  On-campus child care center 

   

  Many other perks and benefits

   

Menlo School is an Equal Opportunity Employer: 

As an equal opportunity employer, Menlo values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and encourages candidates with diverse backgrounds to apply.