Division/Department: Enrollment

Position Status:  Exempt/Full-Time

Supervisor: Director of Enrollment

Position Summary:  Reporting to the Director of Enrollment and working closely with the Director of Admissions, this dynamic and motivated individual will  lead this crucial component of our operations and fuel the overall success and well-being of the school.

Please submit cover letter, resume and LCDS Employment Application to tarvinb@lancastercountryday.org.

Responsibilities: 

• Supports the following administrative responsibilities in close cooperation with the Director of Admissions:
• Assist in executing the strategy/vision of the Enrollment office
• Process admission applications: work with parents to ensure all application components are  received and recorded
• Coordinate student and parent visits and student assessment
• Work with admissions committees
• Provide regular feedback and insight on a broad range of communication with families
• Assist in coordinating  testing, interviews, open houses, social functions, and all other admission events
• Maintain the applicants’ files
• Create and evaluate surveys for current applicants and withdrawn students
• Maintain application portal including, dates, updated applications, and proper forms
• Desire to be part of building the larger school culture and community, particularly with regard to diversity, equity and inclusivity efforts

• Generate inquiries by representing the school at various outreach events and information sessions
• Answer procedural and program queries in person, through email and over the phone
• Receive visitors and conduct tours
• Answer, log, and respond to all email and phone inquiries
• Coordinate decision letters, accepted student packets and new parent information
• Communicate with internal community regarding applicants and new students 

Additional Functions: 

• Process and track all inquiries, open house reservations and applicants
• Prepare for open houses: name tags, sign-in sheets and agenda
• Make and send all information packets to inquiries
• Use database to create updated weekly, monthly, and special reports along with mailing lists 
• Have the flexibility to extend hours during busy periods

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job.  It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Three years of Admissions and management/leadership experience preferred
• Desire to be part of building the larger school culture and community, particularly with regard to diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Occasionally lift up to 30 pounds
• Generally work in standard office conditions and climate
• Work in a fast-paced and professional environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines and a varied and diverse array of contacts
• May work at a desk and computer for extended periods of time
• Work in a school environment with frequent contact with students

About Lancaster Country Day School

Country Day School seeks to provide a rigorous, college preparatory academic program within a supportive environment, creating a community of outward-looking, lifelong learners. Challenging students to look at the world in new ways, LCDS has high academic and behavioral expectations of its students while providing extensive support to achieve those standards. Through especially close relationships between students and adults, the School encourages personal growth and trust, fostering confident, articulate, and thoughtful individuals who can deal with the complexities of the world and the rapid rate of technological and societal change. As a preschool - 12 school with 600+ students under one roof, LCDS encourages a close interaction between people of diverse backgrounds, striving to reflect the world as it truly exists, respect for self and for others, and a commitment to one’s contribution to society, are the hallmarks of a Country Day education. In addition to setting high expectations, the School urges both students and adults to find a proper balance, fulfilling their many obligations while maintaining a strong commitment to their own physical and emotional health. Please visit our website for more information about the school: http://www.lancastercountryday.org

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