Associate Director, SPCS Admissions and Enrollment

Stanford's Online High School is an accredited, diploma-offering, highly selective independent high school, offering courses for grades 7-12. The mission of Stanford Online High School (OHS) is to foster a worldwide community of intellectually adventurous students and teachers.

Stanford Online High School is also the home of Stanford Pre-Collegiate Studies (SPCS), which provides a diverse array of academic enrichment programs that take place mostly in the summer but also throughout the academic year. Held both online and on-campus, SPCS programs serve intellectually curious pre-college students from around the world.

The position is located at Stanford's Redwood City Campus and will require an on-campus presence. Though the position is eligible for a Hybrid Work Arrangement, upon mutual agreement, it requires onsite work a minimum of two days per week.

The Associate Director of SPCS Admissions and Enrollment administers Stanford Pre-Collegiate Studies admission and enrollment policies and procedures for five pre-college programs including: Stanford Pre-Collegiate Summer Institutes, Stanford AI4ALL, Stanford University Mathematics Camp, Stanford Summer Humanities Institute, and Stanford Math Circles.

Your responsibilities include:

• Develop and implement best practice admissions strategies, timelines and processes for the successful recruitment of academically motivated students, bearing primary responsibility for enrollment targets and goals.
• Analyze admissions and enrollment operations, making recommendations for strategic planning to meet enrollment targets to the Director of Stanford Pre-collegiate Studies.
• Implement new processes to meet unit needs in SPCS Slate instance. Continuously drive the development and improvement of Slate, managing Slate to support the full lifecycle of SPCS admissions
• Oversee Admissions Committees: Read, evaluate, recommend and issue decisions for pre-collegiate applicants based on current unit priorities, applicable laws, and program prerequisites.
• Manage Financial Aid, issuing awards and collaborating with the Director of SPCS and Finance Manager on Financial Aid budget.
• Oversee enrollment management, registration and financial aid with support from Academic Records and Academic Operations personnel to meet Stanford Math Circle enrollment goals.
• Collaborate with Marketing to develop marketing strategies that meet enrollment goals; represent SPCS programs in recruitment events in virtual local, national and international communities, conduct informational sessions and respond to questions regarding admissions and student experience for SPCS programs.
• Conduct quantitative analyses of admission data, present findings; make recommendations and develop goals based on findings that increase efficiency of the admissions process.
• Serve as an information resource, as well train and supervise others to do so, to prospective applicants, secondary school or university personnel, professional organizations, students, parents and alumni, answering inquiries through Salesforce; represent SPCS at activities and events, meetings, committees and conferences.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with secondary school personnel, outreach partner organizations, professional organizations, students, parents and alumni.
• Responsible for hiring, training and supervising part-time admissions counselor, seasonal readers and customer service roles.

To be successful in this position, you will bring:

• Bachelor's degree and 3 years relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent reading comprehension skills.
• Strong organizational, planning and time management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and make distinctions among competitive applicants.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated presentation skills.
• Evidence of program planning and management skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently perform desk based computer tasks, seated work and use light/ fine grasping.
• Occasionally lift, carry, push pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.

• Rarely stand, walk, use a telephone and write by hand.

• Though a local, hybrid work arrangement is strongly preferred, remote candidates will be considered. Therefore, this role is open to candidates anywhere in the United States.

Stanford University has five Regional Pay Structures. The compensation for this position will be based on the location of the successful candidate.

The expected pay range for this position is $108,263 - $128,540 per annum for the Stanford Work Location, and $76,876 - $113,509 per annum for Remote (all other regions).

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website ) provides detailed information on Stanford's extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

Why Stanford is for You:

Imagine a world with limitless connections and access to knowledge. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

• Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
• A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
• A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
• Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
• Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more

How to Apply:

We invite you to apply for this position by clicking on the "Apply for Job" button. To be considered, please submit a resume AND cover letter along with your online application. Applications will be considered until the position is filled.

**Note: The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

• Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

• Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S.