Associate Director of College Counseling

Greenhill School • Dallas, TX

7d

About The Position

The Associate Director of College Counseling is responsible for supporting/advising students and families through the college application/admission process and enhancing Greenhill's relationship with colleges and universities. This position joins our team of four Directors of College Counseling, reporting to the Head of Upper School and supported by the College Counseling Coordinator. The Associate Director of College Counseling will advise approximately 27 students per class year, beginning in 10th grade, guiding students and families through the college search and application process. This is a full-time, 12-month, exempt position. Some evening and weekend work is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; master's degree preferred
• Four years of experience in selective college admission and/or in a college counseling office in a school
• A thorough understanding of the application process at public and private colleges and universities, and of the college-admission landscape
• Ability to work under pressure and meet prescribed deadlines while handling multiple assignments simultaneously
• Ability to work collaboratively within a highly collegial, energetic, and supportive team, as well as across the school’s departments
• A genuine enthusiasm for working with adolescents and families, and a belief in the importance of guiding students through an often high-pressure process with perspective, care, and humor
• Interest in all aspects of education and dedication to promoting Greenhill's priorities by developing excellent working relationships with faculty and administrators
• Strategic, big-picture focused
• Detail-oriented
• Self-motivated, independent, and flexible
• Excellent writing skills
• Excellent public speaking/presenting skills
• Ability to communicate proactively, empathetically, and effectively with all constituent groups, including students, families, faculty, staff, and administrators from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• Ability to respond effectively and graciously to the needs of a diverse student and parent community, and knowledge of the developmental needs of high-school students
• Ability to support occasional evening and weekend events
• Willingness to travel to visit colleges and participate in admission conferences
• Have a desire to be part of a community that values difference and actively engages with it
• Show a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (e.g., familiarity with concepts; evidence of relevant personal growth; examples of relevant practice, etc.)
• Be a motivated collaborator, possess a strong work ethic, and have a positive spirit

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling and support for students in their college application process and provide ongoing information to parents
• Write counselor recommendation letters for approximately 27 seniors; prepare Greenhill’s supporting documents for colleges and scholarship organizations
• Give feedback on students’ application essays and supplementary writings
• Host informational events for students and parents: grade-level college nights, winter admission colloquium, financial aid series, Dallas College Previews fair, etc.
• Use the MaiaLearning system to keep records and enhance lines of communication with students and parents
• Work with colleges’ admissions offices throughout the U.S. and internationally to maintain a comprehensive understanding of the college admission landscape and support our students as applicants
• Participate in professional activities that support the goals of Greenhill and the College Counseling Office, such as conferences with NACAC, TACAC, College Board; travel to visit colleges and universities; etc.
• Help prepare annual report presentation for Greenhill’s Board of Trustees
• Counsel faculty and coaches on how to help students through the college selection process and how to write college recommendations.
• The College Counseling Office oversees the administration of all AP and PSAT testing, including communication with students and families, coordinating the testing facility and materials

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director