Director, Student Recruitment & Family Engagement Founded in 1979, the Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth (CTY) is dedicated to advancing the field of gifted education through research on testing, programs, and other supports for advanced learners. We aim to understand and inform how these students need to be nurtured to achieve their full potential as learners and global citizens. CTY also runs in-person and online academic programs for bright learners.
We are seeking a collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking leader to serve as the Director, Student Recruitment & Family Engagement. Reporting to the Sr. Director, Enrollment Management, the Director will oversee strategic planning and management related to initiatives that drive awareness of CTY offerings, student enrollment, and success. This role requires a dynamic individual with strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of enrollment management, and a passion for student success.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities Recruitment Strategy Development Develop and implement strategic recruitment plans to meet virtual and site-based enrollment and revenue targets. Identify target markets and devise targeted outreach campaigns to reach prospective students. Collaborate with other departments to align recruitment efforts with institutional goals. Promote initiatives to achieve diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in recruitment and retention. Outreach and Relationship Building Build relationships with schools and organizations to generate awareness and referrals. Represent the institution at fairs and recruitment events. Admissions Support Provide guidance to prospective students throughout the enrollment process. Collaborate with admissions to ensure a seamless transition for admitted students. Develop and deliver presentations to educate prospective students and families. Data Analysis and Reporting Collect and analyze recruitment data to assess effectiveness of strategies. Monitor key performance indicators related to recruitment. Generate regular reports to communicate recruitment outcomes to stakeholders. Team Leadership and Development Lead and mentor a team of recruitment staff, providing guidance and support. Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment. Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide feedback. Supervisory Responsibility This position directly manages 3 professional staff. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree preferably in Marketing, Business Administration, Education, or related field. Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in student recruitment or related field. Demonstrated leadership experience with a track record of managing teams. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Strategic thinker with the ability to develop data-driven recruitment strategies. Knowledge of enrollment management principles and trends in higher education. Experience with CRM systems and recruitment technology tools. Preferred Qualifications At least 5 years of CRM experience (Salesforce preferred). Knowledge of current trends in advanced learner education preferred. Classified Title: Director CTY Enrollment Services
Job Posting Title: Director, Student Recruitment & Family Engagement
Starting Salary Range: $86,300 - $151,000 Annually ($118,000 targeted; Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: M-F, 37.5
Exempt Status: Exempt
Location: Hybrid/Mount Washington Campus
Department name: Enrollment Management
Personnel area: Academic and Business Centers
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