Director of Student Enrollment, PA - School Operations

Mastery Schools•Philadelphia, PA

1d•$95,000 - $112,900

About The Position

The Director of Student Enrollment (PA) - School Operations leads enrollment outcomes for an assigned portfolio of nine Philadelphia schools and establishes consistent Pennsylvania school-facing enrollment practices. The role partners with school operations leaders to strengthen recruitment, retention, and enrollment execution throughout the year. The ideal candidate understands Philadelphia enrollment, translates strategy into practical school-level action, and leads through collaboration and data-informed problem-solving. The Director owns enrollment outcomes, supports school teams, executes enrollment plans, and leads recruitment interventions. The role coordinates common operating practices, re-enrollment, professional development, compliance expectations, school fairs, recruitment strategies, and support for off-track schools. It also builds relationships with school leaders, families, community partners, and enrollment teams, and works with senior leaders and communications partners to align marketing and recruitment with enrollment goals. This role requires travel to network campuses and in-person facilitation of trainings. Frequent travel between locations may be required, and reliable transportation is essential. External candidates are eligible for a $5,000 signing bonus and up to $5,000 in relocation expenses. The starting salary is $95,000-$112,900, based on education and experience.

Requirements

Ability to work well in a team and enhance cooperative working relationships.
Belief in Mastery’s mission and its role as a high-quality school of choice in Philadelphia.
Curiosity about people’s stories and ability to initiate and build relationships with a wide and diverse range of people.
Strong leadership skills and demonstrated capacity to work with diverse families and communities.
Ability to take initiative and follow through on projects to completion.
Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities.
Strong interpersonal skills, cultural competency, and self-awareness.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Minimum of 3-5 years of professional experience in student enrollment, recruitment, community organizing, K-12 education, business development, social services, or related fields.
Bachelor’s degree required.
Ability to physically perform the essential duties of the role, including travel to network campuses and in-person facilitation of trainings.
Reliable transportation to fulfill job responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of public education, charter schools, and the local education landscape is highly desirable.
Experience with marketing and/or student admissions in public, private, and/or charter schools.
Experience in canvassing, recruitment campaigns, and/or leading cross-functional work.
Demonstrated experience managing and developing staff is preferred.

Responsibilities

Own enrollment outcomes, school support meetings, enrollment plan execution, and recruitment interventions for an assigned portfolio of nine Pennsylvania schools.
Lead common Pennsylvania school-facing operating practices and coordinate consistent execution with the PA Systems & Data Coordination Director.
Co-lead Pennsylvania re-enrollment execution, APO and school-based Enrollment Coordinator professional development, onboarding, collaboration sessions, and enrollment office hours.
Set operating expectations for enrollment compliance, 10-day drop follow-up, Transition Counselor implementation, and summer support for off-track schools.
Coordinate Pennsylvania school fairs and recruitment practices with the other Pennsylvania Director and follow through on execution within the assigned portfolio.
Build relationships with school leaders, families, community partners, and school-based enrollment teams to strengthen recruitment and retention.
Provide coaching, support, and resources to APOs and Principals to meet enrollment targets.
Use enrollment plans, school-level reporting, and outreach data to identify challenges and drive targeted interventions.
Partner with the PA Systems & Data Coordination Director on registration forms, reporting, tracker accuracy, and operational systems issues.
Work with the Senior Director and Communications team on recruitment strategies and marketing aligned to enrollment goals.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Demonstrate commitment to Mastery’s mission, core values, and equity-centered culture.