Assistant Director of Enrollment and Director of Financial Aid

7/23/2024

Lowell School, a progressive school of approximately 315 students in NW Washington, DC, seeks a Assistant Director of Enrollment and Director of Financial Aid beginning immediately. This is a twelve month position.

The Assistant Director of Enrollment and Director of Financial Aid reports to the Director of Enrollment Management as an integral member of the Enrollment Team. This individual will share in the responsibility for all initiatives and activities related to student recruitment and enrollment. The ideal candidate has experience in a school setting, strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. The Assistant Director of Enrollment and Director of Financial Aid must also demonstrate strong judgment, an ability to problem-solve independently, and must possess a strong sense of initiative and self-direction. Teamwork and collaboration is critical, and the ability to maintain confidentiality is essential. This role requires a commitment to regular evening and weekend work during the peak of the admissions cycle and less frequently at other moments throughout the school year.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree
Experience with Google Workplace and Microsoft Office
Professional experience in a school setting
Experience with financial aid processes and procedures

Preferred Experience

Experience in independent school or college admissions preferred
Experience with databases and admissions-specific program (Ravenna, Filemaker Pro, Blackbaud, Clarity) preferred

Required Skills:

Self-motivated and able to work and problem-solve independently
Demonstrated ability to adhere to deadlines in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Demonstrated commitment to multicultural competence and the advancement of initiatives related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice
Strong interpersonal skills with adults and children ages 2-14
Strong organizational skills and a high degree of attention to detail and follow-through
Fluent understanding of numbers, and budget management
Ability to establish rapport with families

Required Enrollment Responsibilities:

Partner with the Director of Enrollment Management on all recruitment, enrollment and retention initiatives and strategies

Design, organize, and lead campus tours, often several times a week.
Interview prospective parents at all grade levels and writing summaries
Interview student applicants
Assume primary responsibility for 50% of applicant files
Evaluate completed applications
Participate in Admissions Committee
Other tasks as requested by the Director of Enrollment Management

Required Financial Aid Responsibilities:

Direct financial aid budget to advance intentional economic diversity
Provide ongoing communication for current and applicant families on matters relating to financial aid
Work with Director of Development on needs and opportunities for merit/non-need based aid
Lead the Financial Aid Committee
Update website to incorporate evolving policies and practices
Prepare award recommendations for all applicants and present for review by Financial Aid Committee
Work with with the Director of Enrollment Management and Director of Finance and Operations to advise the Board on financial aid in relation to enrollment targets and to inform annual budget (projections)
Work with the Business Office on audit and to reconcile revenue and expense accounts.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
Must be able to traverse school facilities and lead students to safety in the event of an emergency.
Long periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Candidates interested in applying should email a cover letter, resume, and 2 to 3 letters of reference to the attention of Tanya Espy Disparte, Director of Enrollment Management, at employment@lowellschool.org. Please include the position title in the subject line.

Expected Salary Range: $85,000 - $90,000

Lowell School offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Lowell is an equal-opportunity employer. Lowell complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform a certain duty of the job.

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