Hebron Academy is seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated person to join our Admission department as an Associate Director of Admissions. Under the guidance and direction of the Chief Enrollment Officer, the Associate Director of Admission performs a full range of admissions duties including communicating with prospective students, their parents, and others interested in a Hebron education.
Who are we?
Our beautiful school is located in western Maine on a 1500-acre campus with trails, ponds, and mountains. We are grounded in our purpose-driven approach as an independent boarding and day school serving students in grades 6 – 12 and a postgraduate year. Learning is anchored in topics that are relevant. We create space for students to drive their own learning with their own questions. Most importantly, we know real learning and belonging can only happen when all students are seen, valued, and engaged. Rooted in Maine, we cultivate trailblazers.
Who are you?
You are an enthusiastic person, with exceptional customer service skills, who is interested in playing a pivotal role in promoting our school. You enjoy working with adolescents and their families interested in Hebron to explain admissions policies/procedures, answer questions about academic programs and student life, and navigate the admission process. You are excited to contribute to a culture of awareness, understanding, and respect for all individuals and groups, with the ability to communicate to all constituents in a culturally responsive manner. You seek a deeply relational and intentionally small community where you will be encouraged and supported to bring your full self to all aspects of your work.
Qualifications:
Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills. Excellent ability to work with and develop a rapport with individuals of all ages and backgrounds. A willingness to travel and work some evenings and occasional weekends with supporting responsibilities for all on-campus admissions events. A commitment to and knowledge of independent day and boarding schools. The ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED
· Background in admissions/marketing; bachelor’s degree preferred.
· Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
· Experience using database/CRM tools (knowledge of Blackbaud is a plus).
· Ability to communicate in a proactive, responsive, and professional manner.
· Experience working in a student-centered academic environment that requires flexibility and creativity.
· Strong interpersonal and relational skills, exceptional customer service, and the ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
· Ability to work independently, plan proactively, manage a complex workload, and meet deadlines.
· Coaching athletics or sponsoring an activity/club.
What would you do?
Your most important duties are:
· Represent the Academy in recruiting prospective students through participating in outreach programs such as national and local school fairs, community events, individual visits and programs at junior school, independent educational consultants, and current Hebron parents/alumni/ae.
· Arrange and coordinate travel schedules to specific fairs and visits including admission and summer programs.
· Conduct individual interviews with prospective students and their families. Counsel prospective students and their families concerning educational objectives and qualifications for admission to Hebron.
· Explain and articulate Hebron’s programs, graduation requirements, and admissions criteria.
· Act as liaison to the coaching staff in facilitating prospective student calling.
· Read and evaluate applicant files, and participate in admission committee decisions for all applicants.
· Establish ongoing verbal and written follow-up contact with assigned inquiries and applicants in order to facilitate a timely application and admission decision. Maintain and update assigned applicants on the Blackbaud database.
· Assist in the organization and execution of special admissions programs such as Open House, Visit Back Day, Orientation, and in-home/hotel information sessions.
· Assist and develop a comprehensive summer program, potentially including day, sports, ESL, and outdoor camps.
The above responsibilities cover the position’s most significant (critical to moderate importance) responsibilities. However, this includes other occasional duties, the inclusion of which would conform with the needs of the Admissions Office and the level of the position.
Please email a cover letter, resume, and three references to employment@hebronacademy.org
