Director of Admissions Job Listing at Fusion in Lake Forest, IL (Job ID 6607654)

Description

Summary: The Director of Admissions plays a pivotal role in boosting local campus enrollment by adeptly managing digital leads, professional referrals, outreach efforts, and events. This position demands proficiency in admission inquiry handling, professional outreach strategies, and event coordination. Central to the role is the delivery of top-tier concierge service to prospective families, ensuring a positive experience and fostering lasting engagement with Fusion Academy.

Salary Range: $70,000 - $80,000. Position is bonus eligible targeting 20% of base per year.

Your Day to Day:

• Manage and respond promptly to digital leads, inquiries, and applications from prospective families.
• Implement and execute outreach strategies to cultivate professional referrals and partnerships within the community.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee admissions events, including open houses, campus tours, and information sessions.
• Conduct informational calls with prospective families to assess fit and provide guidance on Fusion Academy programs.
• Collaborate with administrators and staff to ensure seamless transition for admitted students and their families.
• Maintain accurate records of admissions data, including applicant information, communications, and enrollment statistics.
• Stay informed about industry trends, competitor offerings, and best practices in admissions and enrollment management.
• Build strong working partnerships within the local community.

What You Will Own:

• Ownership of the local campus enrollment targets and metrics, including lead generation, conversion rates, and enrollment numbers.
• Responsibility for developing and executing comprehensive outreach strategies to meet or exceed enrollment goals.
• Management of the marketing budget, including allocation of resources for outreach efforts, events, and promotional materials.
• Cultivation of relationships with key stakeholders, including prospective families, educational consultants, community professionals, and feeder schools.
• Collaboration with marketing team to develop compelling messaging and materials to attract and engage prospective families.
• Regular analysis and reporting on admissions performance, identifying trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree, preferably in education, marketing, communications, business, or a related field.
• Previous experience in admissions, enrollment management, outreach, sales, or related field, preferably in an educational setting.
• Proven record of achieving outreach strategies and driving growth in a competitive market.
• Strong understanding of admissions processes and best practices, including lead generation, inquiry management, and event coordination.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with diverse audiences and effectively represent the organization.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting, with the ability to leverage insights to inform decision making and improve performance.
• Familiarity with CRM systems is a plus.

Benefits:
Note that pay may vary based on location, skills, and experience.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full time employees which generally includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• An opportunity to contribute to a Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Tax-advantaged commuter benefits
• Employee assistance program
• Sick time, paid holidays and vacation in accordance with company policy and state law
• Accident and life insurance as well as short- and long-term disability
• 401(k) plan with company match, based on eligibility

We offer a package for part time employees which generally includes:

• Sick time and paid holidays in accordance with company policy
• Tax-advantaged commuter benefits
• Employee assistance program
• 401(k) plan with company match, based on eligibility

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. If a bonus applies, more information will be given at offer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality or sex.

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