Recruitment and Enrollment Manager | Quest Forward High School Omaha

Job Description

Job Description

About Quest Forward High School

Quest Forward High School (QFHS) Omaha is a private, college-preparatory high school that empowers students with the skills, knowledge, and mindset needed for success in college, careers, and life. Established in 2017, the school offers small class sizes, personalized learning, and a unique curriculum focused on critical thinking, digital creativity, and service leadership. With its College Admissions Advantage (CAA) program and hands-on career exploration, QFHS Omaha provides a supportive and engaging environment where students take ownership of their learning and future success. As part of Opportunity Education ( QFHS Omaha aims to set a model for schools nationwide.

About The Role: Recruitment and Enrollment Manager

The Student Recruitment and Enrollment Manager is responsible for ensuring that Quest Forward High School - Omaha meets and exceeds its annual student enrollment goals by building deep relationships with community partners, families, and the broader Omaha community. This role requires a creative, driven, and community-minded professional who can lead local outreach, manage the full admissions process from inquiry to enrollment to matriculation, and ensure every family's experience reflects the mission and values of Quest Forward High School.

The ideal candidate is part data-driven marketer, part relationship builder, and part project manager - someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and believes deeply in the power of education to change lives.

Key Responsibilities

Direct Community Engagement

• Build strong partnerships with community organizations, schools, churches, youth programs, and local businesses to increase awareness and visibility of Quest Forward High School-Omaha
• Represent the school at community events, fairs, and speaking engagements
• Develop authentic relationships with families, students, and community influencers that build trust and enthusiasm for the school
• Coordinate and lead school tours, open houses, shadow days, and similar events to connect with prospective families

Lead Generation and Engagement

• Design and implement strategies to generate new leads through community referrals, events, social media campaigns, and online advertising
• Maintain a CRM or tracking system to monitor leads, inquiries, and conversion rates at each stage of the recruitment funnel
• Collaborate with the Opportunity Education communications team to align messaging, campaigns, and materials
• Track and analyze recruitment data to inform ongoing outreach strategies

Family Communication

• Serve as the primary point of contact for prospective families from inquiry through enrollment to the first day of school
• Provide timely, professional, and personalized communication via phone, email, text, and in-person meetings
• Clearly articulate Quest Forward High School's mission, programs, and expectations to ensure strong family-school alignment
• Support families through all stages of the process, including financial aid, documentation, and onboarding

Application Management and Enrollment

• Oversee all aspects of the application process, ensuring accuracy and quality experience
• Track and report progress toward enrollment goals daily; reporting to the school principal, Chief of Schools, and Foundation leadership with regular updates
• Coordinate with school leadership to manage admissions timelines and class placements
• Lead family onboarding, including acceptance communications, enrollment paperwork, orientation, and transition support
• Maintain accurate student enrollment data and collaborate with operations staff for compliance reporting

Event Planning

• Plan and execute recruitment and enrollment events such as open houses, information sessions, shadow days, and community celebrations
• Collaborate with staff, students, and families to ensure events are engaging, informative, and reflective of the school's culture
• Manage event logistics including scheduling, set-up, promotion, and follow-up communications
• Support school-wide events that enhance community engagement and pride

Marketing and Communications

• Develop and maintain a content calendar in coordination with the OE Communications Team, capturing authentic stories — student projects, teacher highlights, family testimonials, and events — that showcase Quest Forward High School's culture and outcomes
• Manage social media presence across Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, maintaining mission-aligned content that engages current families and attracts prospective ones
• Ensure visual and message consistency across all digital, print, and in-person materials in alignment with OE brand guidelines
• Coordinate photography, videography, and design needs to ensure timely, high-quality content creation and archiving

General Support of the School Community

• Participate as a visible and active member of the school community, attending key events and supporting the student experience
• Support student enrollment, transfers, and withdrawals, ensuring documentation is complete and accurate
• Assist in maintaining student records in alignment with district and state requirements
• Collaborate with counseling and office staff to ensure accurate data entry and scheduling updates
• Communicate with families regarding registration and required documentation

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in recruitment, marketing, community outreach, or related fields (education experience strongly preferred)
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trust across diverse communities
• A competitive, goal-driven approach, with a history of achieving results
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed for key recruitment events
• Deep belief in the mission of Quest Forward High School and the Opportunity Education Network

Compensation

Salary is currently budgeted in a range competitive with regional expectations. Salary will be discussed early in the interview process.

Statement of Non-Discrimination

Opportunity Education is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where all individuals are valued and respected.