Assistant Director of Admission

Job Description

Job Description

Position : Assistant Director of Admission

Department : Admission Office

Location : Warren Hall

Hours : Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm; flexibility and travel required

FLSA : Exempt

Classification : Staff (Academic Year/10-months)

Salary Range : $55,000 to $65,000

Milton Academy is an independent college preparatory K–12 school, boarding and day in grades 9–12, located just south of Boston.

Milton Academy cultivates in its students a passion for learning and a respect for others. Embracing diversity and the pursuit of excellence, we create a community in which individuals develop competence, confidence and character. Our active learning environment, in and out of the classroom, develops creative and critical thinkers, unafraid to express their ideas, prepared to seek meaningful lifetime success and to live by our motto, “Dare to be true.”

Summary of Position :

The Upper School Admission Office at Milton Academy is seeking an Assistant Director of Admission to play a pivotal role in a fast-paced, high-volume admission process. The Assistant Director will work collaboratively with the Admission team on the recruitment and assessment of Upper School applicants.

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of and appreciation for the unique mission and characteristics of a New England independent boarding/day school, specifically Milton Academy, with its vibrant multicultural community.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities :

• Perform a full range of recruiting and admissions selection responsibilities, including:
  • Reviewing and evaluating admissions applications.
  • Interviewing prospective students.
  • Interviewing prospective parents.
  • Serve on an admissions selection committee.
  • Travel extensively to recruit students.
  • Generally participate in the life of Milton Academy.
  • Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Supervision to be received : Supervised by the Dean of Enrollment and Financial Aid

Supervision to be exercised : N/A

Education/Certification/Licensure

Required : A bachelor’s degree.

Experience

Required : A minimum of three years of proven experience in a fast-paced, selective admission office at the secondary or college level

Preferred : Experience working in an independent boarding school

Competencies

Required :

• Outstanding interpersonal and organizational skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with particular competencies in writing and editing.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and tasks in a fast-paced work environment
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external constituencies.
• Understanding of confidentiality and related issues.
• Receptive to supervision and professional development.
• Desire to be a part of a dynamic educational community.
• Demonstrated computer expertise, including proficiency in Google Workspace, Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Cloud.

Physical Abilities

Required :

• Must be able to work at a computer for up to 8 hours each day in conjunction with OSHA requirements.
• Must be able to move around the Milton Academy campus without restriction.
• Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds.
• Must be able to travel regionally, nationally, and internationally.

All interested internal candidates must complete an application for promotion or transfer and forward to your supervisor as soon as possible.

The essential functions and basic skills have been included in this job description; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Supervisors may assign additional duties and requirements as they see fit. This position description is subject to change at any time.

Milton Academy, an equal opportunity employer, embraces diversity and the pursuit of excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race (including natural and protective hairstyle), color, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, religious creed, physical or mental disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry, citizenship, national or ethnic origin, or any other status protected by applicable law.