Admissions Associate
For more than 110 years, Milton Hershey School (MHS) has helped children realize their full potential by offering a top-notch private, cost-free education to students in pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade from income-eligible families. To expand and enhance the impact of Milton and Catherine Hershey’s vision, the Boards and management of Milton Hershey School and the Hershey Trust Company are launching the Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning (CHS), a cost-free, non-residential early childhood education program.
CHS plans to open six early childhood education schools by 2027. The schools are designed for children from birth to age 5 from economically disadvantaged and at-risk backgrounds with the goal of encouraging the development of a child’s educational, cognitive, social, emotional, and physical well-being. The CHS Initiative will provide a focus on core early learning programs through a rigorous and relevant curriculum that is aligned with a mission to nurture and educate enrolled children. Children will also receive supports such as nutritious meals and provisions of supplies, among other early learning enhancements. Finally, CHS will offer integrated support services for families of children enrolled in the schools. These programs are designed to equip students with the skills and abilities to learn and succeed in early care programs and in their studies beyond CHS.
CHS is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity.
Role Description:
The Admissions Associate reports directly to CHS’s Director of Enrollment Management and Family Engagement and is responsible for assisting in activities related to the recruitment, evaluation, and enrollment of prospective students and families across the network of schools. This includes the initial review of applications and further supporting the development of strategies to increase awareness and interest in CHS. This individual will assist in the process of evaluating the effectiveness of admissions processes on a school-by-school basis. Additionally, this individual is responsible for responding to admissions related inquires and assisting in planning and coordinating recruitment events. The Admissions Associate works directly with Center Enrollment Coordinators to ensure there are appropriate and consistent plans for family support both through CHS services and third-party services provided by local partnerships.
Responsibilities:
The Admissions Associate will be responsible for:
- Supporting the planning and operationalization of CHS admissions and procedures including application process, assessment of eligibility, admission assessment, and final enrollment decisions
- Assisting in student recruitment efforts in collaboration with marketing and communications teams
- Aiding the CHS Director of Enrollment Management and Family Engagement in initial holistic student application review and work with School Enrollment Coordinators to finalize admission pool
- Working with CHS’ Director of Enrollment Management and Family Engagement to implement plans for family engagement through family supports
- Coordinating responses to family inquiries regarding admission and overall CHS service and philosophy
- Helping to plan recruitment events, info-sessions, and school tours (both in-person and virtually) and attending such events as needed
- Ensuring organization and accurate data entry procedures of all admissions files and student data required by PA ECE agencies (e.g. OCDEL) or other licensing/accreditation entities
- Maintaining data and reporting on Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) practices within recruitment, enrollment, and family engagement spheres
- Recording, maintaining and assisting in the analysis of enrollment data (e.g. geography, family profiles) to drive continuous improvement in admission strategies in alignment with CHS’ vision and mission
- Performing other related duties and responsibilities as required
Who We Are and What We’re Looking For:
At CHS, we are leaders passionate about early childhood education and community betterment. Our work is driven by the desire to endow children with the resources for educational and physical well-being, while supporting and empowering their families. We listen to the needs of our diverse community and adapt to give everyone a voice. We hold each-other accountable for bringing our best and most authentic selves to school every day, creating an environment of mutual respect.
We strive to build a team of individuals that is passionate about our mission, brings in new creative ideas, and loves their work. If this sounds like you, we look forward to seeing your application.
- Bachelor’s Degree in education and/or related field
- 2 plus years of experience in admissions/student recruitment/enrollment in Early Childhood Ecuation (ECE) or education field
- Exceptional communication skills – written, verbal, and platform
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills
- Exceptional interpersonal skills including the ability to influence, lead, educate and collaborate
- Experience interpreting, measuring and analyzing data
- Proficiency in using technology, including MS Office Suite (including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint), and social media (LinkedIn, Facebook etc.)
- Commitment to the mission and values of CHS and MHS and demonstrated high degree of integrity as all MHS and CHS staff are considered to be role models for students
- Good understanding of marketing recruitment techniques and awareness of key trends across the ECE field
- Willingness to be held accountable and receive feedback
- History of achieving strong demonstrated outcomes
- U.S. work authorized required
- Experience managing and working with Student Information Systems (preferred)
- Previous experience in new venture or similar entrepreneurial, high-growth setting (preferred)
- Expertise in ECE (preferred)
- Experience developing student assessments and measuring educational outcomes (preferred)
- Experience developing family supports partnerships and strategies (preferred)