Associate Manager, Enrollment

Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks, reflecting our dedication to their success. With over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color, we exemplify diversity, equity, and inclusion. We invest deeply in our educators, offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference!

The Associate Manager, NYC Enrollment plays a crucial role in supporting the enrollment process at Uncommon NYC. They are responsible for coordinating and executing various tasks related to student recruitment, outreach, and application management. The Associate Manager, NYC Enrollment will work closely with the Manager, NYC Enrollment and other team members to develop and implement recruitment strategies, cultivate community relationships, and ensure the visibility of the institution as an educational option. They also track the effectiveness of outreach efforts, manage family information sessions, and maintain accurate records of student applications. The Associate Manager, NYC Enrollment supports the overall enrollment goals and collaborates with stakeholders to streamline the enrollment process for prospective students.

Community Outreach: Lead all canvassing, tabling, and other recruitment efforts according to the NYC enrollment strategic plan.  

• Cultivate and maintain a network of community relationships through regular meetings and communication to provide a pipeline to Uncommon NYC enrollment. 
• Leverage community partners to identify and recruit students and ensure Uncommon NYC visibility as an educational option.
• Maintain and build-on an active list of community partners to aid and support in outreach for future scholars to enroll in future school years. 

Family Outreach Management: Manage family information sessions. 

• Track effectiveness of outreach efforts to make informed requests on recruitment strategy and funds with the support of manager.
• Lead Conversion: Execute the strategy to effectively convert prospective families into enrolled students, ensuring a high conversion rate. 
• Implement a comprehensive follow-up plan to engage and nurture leads, providing timely and relevant information to address inquiries and overcome potential barriers to enrollment. 
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators related to lead conversion. 

Recruitment and Enrollment: Assist the Director of School Support and Manager, NYC Regional Enrollment in the execution and management of recruitment strategy plans and targets, using data analysis to determine and respond to community and school needs for outreach and enrollment. 

• Generate and cultivate leads and applications for prospective families. 
• Post lottery manage a “warm” waitlist through strong communication and data-entry. 
• Support in the preparations and execution of an annual lottery and related compliance. 

Student Application and Record Management: Collaborate with the Manager, NYC Regional Enrollment to manage all prospective student applications, enrollment paperwork, and prospective family communication following-up on missing pieces of information to submit applications. 

•  Additional duties and projects as needed and assigned in support of NYC schools

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree required

Experience Requirements:

• 5-6 years of professional experience:
  • 3-4 years of directly related experience
  • 3 years in student enrollment/recruitment 
  • Outlook, Excel, Google Drive, SchoolMint, and Salesforce is a plus 

Schedule/Travel:

• 4 days a week in the Brooklyn Regional Office and 1 day flexible
• Local travel between schools and community based organizations and events within Brooklyn and NYC.

Our people are what make us Uncommon. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent. 

Compensation

Compensation for this role is between $74,000 to $87,000. 

Starting pay is determined using various factors including but not limited to relevant professional experience, education, certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools. If you meet all job description requirements you will likely receive an offer of $78,300.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays, and 10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer). 
• Extensive, best-in-class training and development  
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans + pre-tax flexible spending (FSA), dependent care (DCFSA), and health saving accounts (HSA)
• Financial Planning
  • 403(b) retirement savings program + employer match
• Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)
• Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits

*A detailed list of all benefits is located HERE.

Uncommon believes in the importance of being a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization that enables our students and staff to thrive. We are committed to building an exceptional team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. We also strive to ensure an inclusive community by creating a space for meaningful dialogue about issues of race and identity for our staff and students. As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions. If you would like to request an accommodation, please email recruitment@uncommonschools.org.