Website San Francisco University High School
Reports To: Director of Enrollment Management and Strategy
Position Purpose: Assists in strategically attracting and enrolling an academically strong and diverse student body through a highly selective admissions process in support of the San Francisco University High School vision and mission.
At UHS, we believe that the deepest learning requires collaboration among people who embody a diversity of backgrounds, beliefs, experiences, and perspectives. In order to build and sustain a community that is comprised of a wide range of social and cultural identities, we must continually engage in furthering our self-knowledge, equity literacy, and ability to communicate effectively across differences. We challenge ourselves to do this work on both a personal and an institutional level, recognizing that our community is part of a larger and more complex world.
San Francisco University High School is seeking an Assistant or Associate Director of Admissions beginning August 1, 2023 or sooner. The Assistant/Associate Director of Admissions is an integral part of the Admissions Team who, under the guidance of the Director of Enrollment Management and Strategy will work in collaboration with a dynamic Admissions Team to execute an admissions process that reflects the Mission, Vision and Values of San Francisco University High School.
Essential Responsibilities:
Admissions/Recruitment
Assists in the development and implementation of recruitment strategy
Promotes UHS at middle schools, high school fairs, and other recruiting events
Advises prospective students, parents/guardians, and placement counselors on admissions and financial aid policies and procedures
Acts as a full voting member of the Admissions Committee and makes admissions recommendations
Help plan and execute all admissions events including Open Houses, Parent/Guardian Sessions, Financial Aid Information Night.
Interviews applicants and completes interview reports
Reads applicant files and evaluates candidates for admission
Maintains collaborative working relationships with UHS faculty and peer-school admissions personnel
Assists with proofing and editing of admissions marketing materials (hard copy and electronic)
Manages the scheduling and coordination of the Campus Visit Program and Revisit Week
Participates and supports all aspects of the Admissions Ambassador program
Collaborate with Director of Communications to create admissions related social media content
Other Functions
Participates in the UHS community by advising students, coaching a sport, sponsoring a club, or participating in another student-centered activity
Provides backup support to other admissions positions as needed
Stays abreast of current UHS programs, policies, and procedures
Some work on nights and weekends is required
Completes additional tasks as assigned by the Director of Enrollment Management and Strategy
Qualifications
Outstanding written and oral communication
Ability and desire to work in a high functioning collaborative team environment
Strong interpersonal and public relations skills
Highly professional and discreet in all pursuits
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment
A growth mindset and a sense of humor
Fluency in a language other than English desired
UHS offers a competitive benefits package including retirement, medical, vision, dental and vacation. Salary competitive and commensurate with experience.
San Francisco University High School welcomes students of demonstrated motivation and ability to engage in an education that fosters responsibility and the spirited pursuit of knowledge. We are a school where adults believe in the promise of every student, and together we work to build and sustain a community of diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and talents. UHS challenges each individual to live a life of integrity, inquiry, and purpose larger than the self.
