Director of Admissions and Outreach

Ilan Ramon Day School

Director of Admissions and Outreach

Position Overview
The Director of Admission and Outreach is an integral member of the administration team and the Ilan Ramon Day School Community. This position reports to the Head of School and takes a strong leadership role in the areas of the school which encompass admissions and communications/marketing.

The Director of Admission and Outreach serves as the welcoming face and point of entry for Ilan Ramon Day School families and continues to engage and support the families during their duration in our school. The Director is responsible for admissions marketing, recruitment and enrollment management, new student admissions, student/family retention, and general marketing/communication. In addition, the Director works closely with the other administrators to cultivate a partnership and ensure strong communication and coordination of activities.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Continue to implement comprehensive strategic plan for recruitment and admission of new students
• Create and implement events, initiatives and activities intended to interest potential families 
• Direct the admissions process from point of inquiry through enrollment (including, but not limited to tours, screening coordination, decision process  and contract signature) 
• Find new avenues for external recruitment and build and develop the admissions pipeline
• Promote strong relationships with outside institutions such as local area “Gans”, synagogues, Early Childhood Centers, etc. and groups that can be helpful in attracting quality students 
• Manage the re-enrollment of current students for the succeeding year with constant monitoring of attrition and retention, ensuring an enriching experience for all students and families
• Create and implement retention events, initiatives and activities intended to promote a sense of community and connection
• Work closely with teachers and administrators to ensure successful screening procedures for admission.
• Create a marketing plan for the School, and facilitate and direct the School’s Marketing Committee to implement 
• Oversee the School’s social media accounts and posts 

Qualities of An Ideal Candidate

• A passion for Jewish day school education and its mission
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a love of building relationships and connecting with others
• Previous supervisory experience
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical, database and spreadsheet skills, and the ability to establish and maintain a variety of record keeping systems
• Ability to make both quantitative and qualitative executive decisions
• A self-starter mindset
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to multitask, prioritize effectively, and manage multiple projects at once
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• A strong team player, willing to wear many “hats”
• Development, admissions and marketing experience preferred, but not required
• Bachelor’s degree required. 

Salary range: $70,000 - $90,000 depending on candidate’s experience and background.

Interested candidates: Please email Rabbi Andy Feig a cover letter and resume at [email protected].

Ilan Ramon Day School is an equal opportunity employer and we comply with all applicable state and federal laws.