Mission-Driven Enrollment Leader | Strategy & Growth

The Northwest School; California; Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

403(b) retirement plan

On-site fitness

Job summary

The Northwest School in Seattle seeks a full-time Director of Enrollment Management to lead recruitment, admissions, retention, financial aid, and planning.

Reporting to the Head of School, this role shapes a mission-driven enrollment strategy, expands access, and strengthens the community. The position starts July 1, 2026 and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Ideal candidates bring data-informed leadership, collaborative spirit, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and at least seven years in admissions or enrollment management.
• Proven success in strategic enrollment initiatives.
• Experience recruiting from diverse and underrepresented communities.
• Fluency with enrollment CRM systems, databases, and analytics.

Responsibilities

• Strategic enrollment leadership aligning with mission and multi-year targets.
• Lead and manage all admissions cycles including Early, Middle, Upper, and International.
• Recruit, orient, and guide admissions committees; collaborate with division directors.
• Develop retention strategies and monitor enrollment trends.
• Inspire and develop a team of two to three admissions professionals.
• Partner with Marketing to create admissions publications and campaigns.
• Engage feeder schools and international recruitment networks.
• Present data-driven reports to leadership and Board.

Skills

Strategic enrollment leadership

Admissions management

Data analysis

Team leadership

Marketing & communications

Stakeholder collaboration

Diversity & inclusion focus

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Enrollment CRM systems

Analytics platforms

Spreadsheets

Job description

The Northwest School in Seattle seeks a full-time Director of Enrollment Management to lead recruitment, admissions, retention, financial aid, and planning.

Reporting to the Head of School, this role shapes a mission-driven enrollment strategy, expands access, and strengthens the community. The position starts July 1, 2026 and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Ideal candidates bring data-informed leadership, collaborative spirit, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.