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It takes a village to drive our mission forward. That’s why we hire outstanding educators and professionals who are passionate about transforming the lives of youth through education.
All positions are based at our historic campus in the heart of Boston’s South End.
The Archdiocese of Boston and Cathedral High School do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices (consistent with those religious exemptions provided in statutory and constitutional law) on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Director of Admissions
Job Title: Director of Admissions
Position: 12 Months
Reports To: President
Direct Reports: Admissions Administrative Assistant
Position Overview
Reporting directly to the President and serving on the senior leadership team, this full-time position will be responsible for the implementation and execution of an enrollment strategy that aligns with the mission and enrollment goals of Cathedral High School. Critical to this work will be the development of an enrollment model that emphasizes building and maintaining strong relationships amongst current and prospective families, within the community, and between Cathedral and current and potential feeder schools. Studying and understanding critical market demographics and using data to set attainable target goals and strategies will be a necessity of this role. The Director will be responsible for all major elements of the Cathedral enrollment operation, including, but not limited to planning and representing Cathedral at enrollment-focused events, managing the applicant pool and interview process, and assuring that all data is properly maintained and analyzed to drive our enrollment operation. The Director will be responsible for fostering a strong environment of shared ownership and participation in the enrollment process amongst the senior staff of Cathedral, as well as other key constituent groups. The Director will supervise a part-time office assistant.
About Cathedral
Cathedral High School is a Catholic, urban and coeducational college preparatory school committed to excellence and social justice. Within an environment that encourages our scholars to reach their full potential, Cathedral students are expected to make lasting and powerful impacts in their local, national and global communities. Our mission, since our establishment in 1926, is to deliver a rigorous and holistic education that is available for all families, regardless of ability to pay. Rooted in Gospel values that include compassion, respect and service, we embrace the rich diversity of our community and foster a culture of inclusion, opportunity, acceptance and empowerment.
With approximately 330 grade 7-12 students, Cathedral recently completed a successful $60,000,000 Cathedral Now, Cathedral Forever endowment campaign to secure the long-term viability of their mission. With enrollment up 30 percent over 5 years, the opening of the new Daley Center for Campus Ministry, championship athletic programs and the addition of 9 new AP course over 3 years, Cathedral is primed for an exciting future as it approaches its centennial celebration!
Key Responsibilities
- Set an annual enrollment strategy that drives the admissions process at Cathedral High School.
- Plan and execute a calendar of annual admissions events, including but not limited to Open House and Accepted Student Night.
- Manage the budget and day-to-day operations of the Admissions office. This will include regular, timely and strategic communication with prospective families, a demographically appropriate marketing strategy, and the management of the application process and procedures.
- Effectively manage Ravenna, the enrollment database, and use it to its full potential and capabilities.
- Collaborate with the Finance Office to oversee the distribution of scholarships and financial aid.
- Oversee a new marketing strategy that emphasizes Cathedral’s ability to reach families of diverse backgrounds and who speak multiple languages.
- Collect and maintain key enrollment data and statistics to help inform effective enrollment practices and strategies.
- Lead the Enrollment Committee of the Board of Trustees and provide timely and detailed enrollment reports as requested by the Board.
- Recommend and oversee an applicant review process that best facilitates the enrollment of a talented, strong class of Cathedral incoming students.
- Collaborate with the Director of Marketing and Communication to appropriately and effectively market Cathedral High School from an enrollment lens
Education
- Bachelor’s degree required.
Requirements
- Belief and ability to clearly articulate the value propositions of a Catholic education
- Minimum of 3 years experience working within the admissions field or in secondary or pre-secondary education.
- Experience with public speaking and communication with various constituent groups
- Ability to unite the leadership team around a community-wide strategy and create critical buy-in
- Ability to work some nights and weekends typical to an admissions position
Desired Skills
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Strong technological competence and comfort with working with a variety of online systems, especially Ravenna.
- Literacy of high school financial aid practices
- Ability to speak additional languages with a strong preference for fluency in Spanish
Application Process
- Interested applicants should submit a CV and cover letter to Brightna Hu, Executive Assistant to the President, at bhu@cathedralboston.org.
Assistant Director of Advancement
Job Title: Assistant Director of Advancement
Position: 12 Months
Reports To: Director of Advancement
Position Overview
Cathedral seeks a dynamic, versatile Assistant Director of Advancement to join the Advancement Team. In this role, the successful candidate will execute initiatives led by the Director of Advancement and the President. While working closely in partnership with school volunteers, alumni, and staff, this team member will provide leadership for the advancement program and continue to build a strong culture of philanthropy. Responsible for identifying, soliciting, and stewarding major and planned giving donors and prospects, the successful candidate will build and strengthen relationships with new and current donors to realize philanthropic goals.
About Cathedral
Cathedral High School is a Catholic, urban and coeducational college preparatory school committed to excellence and social justice. Within an environment that encourages our scholars to reach their full potential, Cathedral students are expected to make lasting and powerful impacts in their local, national and global communities. Our mission, since our establishment in 1926, is to deliver a rigorous and holistic education that is available for all families, regardless of ability to pay. Rooted in Gospel values that include compassion, respect and service, we embrace the rich diversity of our community and foster a culture of inclusion, opportunity, acceptance and empowerment.
With approximately 330 grade 7-12 students, Cathedral recently completed a successful $60,000,000 Cathedral Now, Cathedral Forever endowment campaign to secure the long-term viability of their mission. With enrollment up 30 percent over 5 years, the opening of the new Daley Center for Campus Ministry, championship athletic programs and the addition of 9 new AP course over 3 years, Cathedral is primed for an exciting future as it approaches its centennial celebration!
What You Will Do:
- Support the Director and department in developing and implementing strategic efforts related to a multifaceted advancement program that includes annual, capital, major and planned gifts, and endowment fundraising; alumni engagement; donor research and stewardship; events management; foundation and corporate grants.
- Oversee annual giving and constituent relations, including leading alumni outreach, managing alumni ambassadors and increasing participation and giving.
- Grow and manage a portfolio of individual major giving prospects; create a comprehensive strategy for donor cultivation, solicitation and retention; solicit major gifts and partner with the President, Director and volunteers.
- Track prospect and donor activity through a moves management system; meet quarterly benchmarks and goals based on activity with prospects, donors, and annual fundraising goals; enhance operational efficiency by creating and employing processes and systems that align with the reporting requirements of Advancement and the Business Office.
- In coordination with the Director, plan, implement and manage a robust events calendar of fundraising and stewardship events.
- Collect and analyze data on event participation and engagement to inform strategic planning for future events.
- Manage event and annual fund budgets. Provide projections and reports on budgeted revenues and expenses.
- Develop the Student Ambassador Program and prepare students for donor-facing events.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree required.
Ideal Candidates Will Need:
- Commitment to Cathedral’s mission and values.
- Demonstrated knowledge of annual giving, major gifts solicitation, special events planning, managing donor relations, and corporate and foundation giving.
- Strong familiarity with development systems and procedural best practices in fundraising.
- Creative thinking and an ability to see new opportunities and reinvent practices that need modernization.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
- Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge experience preferred.
- Collaborative approach to supporting leadership and all school constituents.
- Commitment to excellence, attention to detail, organization, and ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a dynamic environment.
- Exemplary ability to uphold confidentiality.
- Over 3 years’ experience in fundraising.
- Ability to work some nights and weekends typical to an advancement position.
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- This is a full-time, 12-month position.
Application Process:
- Interested applicants should submit a CV and cover letter to Nancy Caruso, Executive Assistant to the President, at ncaruso@cathedralboston.org
Administrative Assistant, Student Support Services
Job Title: Administrative Assistant, Student Support Services
Position: Full-time, 10-month position, benefits eligible (part time applicant considered)
Reports To: Director of School Counseling
Position Overview
The Student Support Services Administrative Assistant will play a valuable role in serving Cathedral’s mission of providing a transformational Catholic education for all families, regardless of ability to pay. By providing administrative support to the School Counseling and Wellness teams, this position will play a critical role in supporting out outstanding scholars navigate through a rewarding and opportunity-filled high school experience.
About Cathedral
Cathedral High School is a Catholic, urban and coeducational college preparatory school committed to excellence and social justice. Within an environment that encourages our scholars to reach their full potential, Cathedral students are expected to make lasting and powerful impacts in their local, national and global communities. Our mission, since our establishment in 1926, is to deliver a rigorous and holistic education that is available for all families, regardless of ability to pay. Rooted in Gospel values that include compassion, respect and service, we embrace the rich diversity of our community and foster a culture of inclusion, opportunity, acceptance and empowerment.
With approximately 330 grade 7-12 students, Cathedral recently completed a successful $60,000,000 Cathedral Now, Cathedral Forever endowment campaign to secure the long-term viability of their mission. With enrollment up 30 percent over 5 years, the opening of the new Daley Center for Campus Ministry, championship athletic programs and the addition of 9 new AP course over 3 years, Cathedral is primed for an exciting future as it approaches its centennial celebration!
Essential Job Functions:
Serve as the initial contact for all students seeking student support services
Check in students who are visiting Student Support Services, and assist with scheduling student/counselor/social worker appointments, and triage student needs
Manage transcript requests from current students, as well as alumni
Screen incoming phone calls to the appropriate support staff
Maintain accurate student records of all incoming and outgoing students
Manage systems including Naviance and Blackbaud from a student support perspective
Assist in sending out attendance communication to families
Other Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide occasional administrative support to the Principal’s office
- Occasionally assist with coverage of the school’s front desk
- Other duties as assigned
Preparation, Knowledge, and Skills
- Strong desire to work in Cathedral’s mission-driven environment
- Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Exceptional Microsoft Office Suite skills and considered tech-savvy
- Top-notch interpersonal skills
Interested candidates should provide a cover letter and resume directly to Brightna Hu at bhu@cathedralboston.org.
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