Director of Student Development Job Listing at Barnstable Academy in Oakland, NJ (Job ID 6840391)

Description

Barnstable Academy - Director of Student Development

Pay Range: $55,000-$61,000 annually

Position Summary:

The Director of Student Development (DSD) is in charge of managing the operational elements of the student experience from initial enrollment through graduation. This includes:

The DSD is a robust role serving both student and business capacities. This requires skills in counseling, customer service, sales, report interpretation, and data entry. The DSD must have thorough knowledge of high school graduation requirements. Strong communication skills and the ability to learn new systems quickly are crucial to success in this role. Our ideal candidate is an outgoing, well-organized individual who is eager to work in a highly dynamic, energetic, year-round school setting. Candidates must have a minimum of a bachelor's degree for consideration.

Responsibilities

• Own the contracting process for parents which includes creating contracts for each term and managing course changes. Contracting also includes intentional messaging regarding Barnstable enrollment policies (Naples, Edge, refund policies, payment options, absence policies, and withdrawal procedures).
• Create and review contracts for completeness and accuracy.
• Assist parents with payment procedures and questions using the Billing Portal, and facilitate communication with the Account Specialist.
• Manage the campus master schedule matrix.
• Complete and review contract for completeness and accuracy.
• Maintain updated student information (grade level, status, etc.) in the Student Information System.
• Own the planning and execution of re-enrollment, including registration, course planning, scheduling, and contracting for the full year (fall, winter, spring, and summer terms).
• Maximize student schedules by offering courses and programs to meet the individual student's needs. (Enrichment and Elective Classes)
• Own the substitute teacher plan on campus (sub list available), delegate as needed, and communicate plan with leadership team, teachers, and families.
• Utilize available reports to ensure that courses do not start without payment, and maintain ongoing, effective communication with the Account Specialist.
• Manage ongoing schedule additions, removals, or changes, and delegate where appropriate.
• Ensure timely communication with all families and teachers around schedule changes
• Support with events and programming
• Plan and execute building safety drills following state compliance
• Provide a celebrity experience to all stakeholders (parents, teachers, students, and administrators) through the contracting and scheduling process.

Required Education and Experience:

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree is required.
• A background in education or guidance counseling is preferred.
• Patience and a problem-solving approach to issues.
• Working knowledge of high school graduation requirements.

Benefits:
*Note that pay may vary based on location, skills, and experience.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full time employees which generally includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• An opportunity to contribute to a Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Tax-advantaged commuter benefits
• Employee assistance program
• Sick time, paid holidays and vacation in accordance with company policy and state law
• Accident and life insurance as well as short- and long-term disability
• 401(k) plan with company match, based on eligibility

We offer a package for part time employees which generally includes:

• Sick time and paid holidays in accordance with company policy
• Tax-advantaged commuter benefits
• Employee assistance program
• 401(k) plan with company match, based on eligibility

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. If a bonus applies, more information will be given at offer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality or sex.

Qualified applicants who have access to or contact with students or the public, who are responsible for the safeguarding of others' well-being, and who work with little supervision in close proximity to others will be required to complete a criminal history check once a contingent offer of employment is made. Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local law. The nature and gravity of an offense, the length of time since the conviction, and the nature of the job in question are all considered, and criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify employment. Any discussion of criminal history will occur only after the background check is completed and a copy is provided to the applicant.