The Chestnut Hill School
Director of Enrollment Management & Financial Aid
The Chestnut Hill School, Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, United States, 02167
The Chestnut Hill School in Chestnut Hill, MA, has engaged DovetailED to lead the search for a Director of Enrollment Management & Financial Aid beginning August 2025. Interested candidates should review the opportunity statement and submit a cover letter, resume, and list of references as a consolidated PDF to Lynda Hamilton-Kirk, Managing Partner at DovetailED Talent Sourcing, at [email protected].
Do not apply through the application in JazzHR.
Institutional Background
The Chestnut Hill School, founded in 1860 and located in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, is an independent, all-gender school for children ages 3 through grade 6. At the Chestnut Hill School, we believe childhood optimism and enduring curiosity can transform the world. Here, students find meaning and joy in a diverse community that encourages all to question, take risks, and think critically. The Chestnut Hill School offers a rigorous math and literacy program along with special subjects ranging from art and music to science, technology, and Spanish. An extended day program allows students to enjoy extracurricular activities such as karate, robotics, chess, and athletics in the same nurturing environment.
Position Summary
The Director of Enrollment Management & Financial Aid reports to the Head of School and is responsible for all activities in the Admission Office from the initial inquiry through matriculation and retention. A member of the Senior Administrative Team, the Director of Enrollment Management & Financial Aid represents the school and its mission to prospective families and the community, and works closely with the Head of School to implement a comprehensive strategy to enroll and retain a diverse student body.
The start date for this position is August 2025.
Essential Responsibilities Oversee the program of admission of new students to the School, including all stages of the admission funnel, as well as assist with the re-enrollment of current families. Collaborate with other Administrators to analyze data and make informed enrollment decisions. Through collaboration with other Administrators and the Marketing Committee of the Board of Trustees, create a strategic recruitment and marketing plan to maintain sustainable and diverse enrollment. Collaborate with Director of Advancement & Strategic Communications to develop admission and marketing materials: admission information, application documents, the CHS website, social media, and print advertisements. Accurately represent CHS to internal and external constituents through these media. Professionally and efficiently represent all aspects of the School to prospective families and outside organizations. Train admission staff, faculty, and volunteers to accurately represent CHS both internally and externally to ensure consistency of message. Recruit and manage a network of volunteers, including parents, former parents, alumni, students, faculty, and staff, to assist in admission and outreach efforts. Design and oversee admission and community events, such as: open houses, visit days, school fairs, and new family events Ensure efficient handling of all steps of the admission process, from inquiry processing to enrollment decisions and placement. Recruit and train faculty on the admissions process and application review Organize, manage, and administer the financial aid program for the School, in collaboration with the Financial Aid Committee Serve as the point person for developing strategies to retain current families and communicate with community members to increase student and family retention Provide timely and comprehensive oral and written reports to all constituents, as necessary. Report regularly to the Head of School, Administrative Team, and the Board of Trustees with admission statistics updates and enrollment management information Manage the Admission Office staff, including the Enrollment Management Associate Manage the Admissions budget Other responsibilities as assigned by the Head of School. Position Requirements:
Bachelor's degree and a minimum of five years of experience working in an independent school setting; Master's degree preferred Strong verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking An approachable demeanor that fosters connection and welcomes conversation. Familiarity with financial aid policies and procedures; experience with Clarity preferred. A visible presence throughout the school, engaging with all staff and students Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive learning environment Self-motivated, collaborative, and willing to work outside of traditional office hours, including some evenings and weekends. Strong understanding of current admission trends, demographics, and diversity recruitment and retention models. The Chestnut Hill School Offers:
Competitive salary commensurate with experience Rich benefits include health, dental, vision care, disability, and life insurance. Retirement savings plan with 6% school contribution. Professional development opportunities and training. Easy access to public transportation (Chestnut Hill D Line stop) with paid MBTA passes. A collaborative team approach and supportive work environment.
The Chestnut Hill School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, sex, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression or family composition or any other status protected by applicable law in the administration of its employment, education, admission, financial aid, and other policies and programs.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Do not apply through the application in JazzHR.
Institutional Background
The Chestnut Hill School, founded in 1860 and located in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, is an independent, all-gender school for children ages 3 through grade 6. At the Chestnut Hill School, we believe childhood optimism and enduring curiosity can transform the world. Here, students find meaning and joy in a diverse community that encourages all to question, take risks, and think critically. The Chestnut Hill School offers a rigorous math and literacy program along with special subjects ranging from art and music to science, technology, and Spanish. An extended day program allows students to enjoy extracurricular activities such as karate, robotics, chess, and athletics in the same nurturing environment.
Position Summary
The Director of Enrollment Management & Financial Aid reports to the Head of School and is responsible for all activities in the Admission Office from the initial inquiry through matriculation and retention. A member of the Senior Administrative Team, the Director of Enrollment Management & Financial Aid represents the school and its mission to prospective families and the community, and works closely with the Head of School to implement a comprehensive strategy to enroll and retain a diverse student body.
The start date for this position is August 2025.
Essential Responsibilities Oversee the program of admission of new students to the School, including all stages of the admission funnel, as well as assist with the re-enrollment of current families. Collaborate with other Administrators to analyze data and make informed enrollment decisions. Through collaboration with other Administrators and the Marketing Committee of the Board of Trustees, create a strategic recruitment and marketing plan to maintain sustainable and diverse enrollment. Collaborate with Director of Advancement & Strategic Communications to develop admission and marketing materials: admission information, application documents, the CHS website, social media, and print advertisements. Accurately represent CHS to internal and external constituents through these media. Professionally and efficiently represent all aspects of the School to prospective families and outside organizations. Train admission staff, faculty, and volunteers to accurately represent CHS both internally and externally to ensure consistency of message. Recruit and manage a network of volunteers, including parents, former parents, alumni, students, faculty, and staff, to assist in admission and outreach efforts. Design and oversee admission and community events, such as: open houses, visit days, school fairs, and new family events Ensure efficient handling of all steps of the admission process, from inquiry processing to enrollment decisions and placement. Recruit and train faculty on the admissions process and application review Organize, manage, and administer the financial aid program for the School, in collaboration with the Financial Aid Committee Serve as the point person for developing strategies to retain current families and communicate with community members to increase student and family retention Provide timely and comprehensive oral and written reports to all constituents, as necessary. Report regularly to the Head of School, Administrative Team, and the Board of Trustees with admission statistics updates and enrollment management information Manage the Admission Office staff, including the Enrollment Management Associate Manage the Admissions budget Other responsibilities as assigned by the Head of School. Position Requirements:
Bachelor's degree and a minimum of five years of experience working in an independent school setting; Master's degree preferred Strong verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking An approachable demeanor that fosters connection and welcomes conversation. Familiarity with financial aid policies and procedures; experience with Clarity preferred. A visible presence throughout the school, engaging with all staff and students Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive learning environment Self-motivated, collaborative, and willing to work outside of traditional office hours, including some evenings and weekends. Strong understanding of current admission trends, demographics, and diversity recruitment and retention models. The Chestnut Hill School Offers:
Competitive salary commensurate with experience Rich benefits include health, dental, vision care, disability, and life insurance. Retirement savings plan with 6% school contribution. Professional development opportunities and training. Easy access to public transportation (Chestnut Hill D Line stop) with paid MBTA passes. A collaborative team approach and supportive work environment.
The Chestnut Hill School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, sex, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression or family composition or any other status protected by applicable law in the administration of its employment, education, admission, financial aid, and other policies and programs.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.