Strategic Admissions Director & Market Growth

Taft School; Watertown (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-campus housing

Housing stipend

Tuition assistance

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Use of school facilities

Job summary

Taft School in Watertown, CT seeks a Director of Admission Strategy to lead recruitment strategy, communications, and market planning, translating enrollment priorities into targeted outreach to strengthen the applicant pool and yield.

You will oversee travel, data analysis, and collaboration with the enrollment leadership team, guiding Slate-based communications and coordinating across admissions and financial aid.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in admissions; independent school experience preferred.
• Experience in databases such as Slate and Veracross strongly preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, seasonal environment.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and Taft’s mission and values.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and travel during peak admissions periods.
• Authorized to work in the United States of America and have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment and Market Strategy: Develop and coordinate annual recruitment and travel strategy.
• Enrollment Data and Analysis: Monitor application, admission, enrollment, and yield trends.
• Admission Communications: Help develop communication strategy across the prospective-family journey.
• Applicant Development and Yield: Identify opportunities to strengthen conversion and yield strategies.
• Team Leadership and Strategic Initiatives: Supervise admission team members and lead project teams.
• Recruitment and Admission Responsibilities: Assume travel responsibilities and represent the school at events.
• Faculty & Community Responsibilities: Participate in faculty life and collaborate with campus partners.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Slate

Veracross

Job description

Taft School in Watertown, CT seeks a Director of Admission Strategy to lead recruitment strategy, communications, and market planning, translating enrollment priorities into targeted outreach to strengthen the applicant pool and yield.

You will oversee travel, data analysis, and collaboration with the enrollment leadership team, guiding Slate-based communications and coordinating across admissions and financial aid.