Director of Admissions and Business Operations Roberts Academy at Elon University

Overview

Title: Director of Admissions and Business Operations for Roberts Academy at Elon University

Position Type: Staff Full-Time

Days Per Week: Monday - Friday

Hours Per Week: 40

VP Area: Office of the Provost and Academic Affairs

Department: Dr. Jo Watts Williams School of Education

Position Summary: The Director of Admissions and Business Operations is a founding leadership role responsible for enrollment growth and operational discipline for the Roberts Academy at Elon University, a mission-driven startup school serving students with dyslexia. This role serves as the primary point of trust for prospective families and holds primary responsibility for admissions decisions, enrollment forecasting, and enrollment-driven financial planning, in partnership with the Head of School.

The Director builds systems and processes that protect student fit, financial health, and long-term sustainability while ensuring a thoughtful, family-centered admissions experience.

As an Elon University employee, you’ll join an internationally acclaimed university with a commitment to fostering a thriving community. Elon is ranked among the most innovative, creative and best-run universities in the nation. Elon’s personal approach to education extends to employees, whose growth, professional development and success is a hallmark of our training and advancement opportunities.

Elon University’s home is the town of Elon, North Carolina, a small, friendly community located a short distance from the beach and the mountains, near Greensboro, Raleigh and Durham. You’ll find opportunities for family-friendly recreation, cultural events and outdoor activities. The region offers dining, entertainment and travel experiences.

Employees at Elon enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• 28 annual days off, including holidays and vacation.
• Immediate tuition remission for undergraduate courses
• Tuition remission for approved graduate-level courses after 12 months of employment.
• Retirement plan with an 8 percent contribution from the university.
• Immediate eligibility for health, dental and vision insurance, plus access to onsite Health & Wellness Clinic.
• Free use of campus fitness facilities.
• Free admission to performances, lectures, observances, recitals, art exhibitions, entertainment and athletics.
• Eligibility for tuition remission for spouses, qualifying domestic partners and dependents begins at two years of service. After two years, eligibility begins for participation in the Tuition Exchange program.

Elon values and celebrates diverse backgrounds, cultures, experiences and perspectives. As an equal opportunity employer, Elon’s diversity principles extend to race and gender identity, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and other aspects of identity. Elon employees are encouraged to uphold human differences, lifelong learning, integrity and service.

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Business Administration, Special Education, or related field
• Experience in admissions, enrollment management, business operations, or related field
• Proven experience managing budgets and financial operations
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously

• Master’s degree preferred in Education, Business Administration, Special Education, or related field
• Experience working in special education or schools serving students with learning differences
• Background in nonprofit financial management
• Working knowledge or certification in dyslexia therapy or related credential
• Knowledge of financial aid processes and tuition assistance programs
• Experience with school management software and financial systems
• CRM/database management experience
• Understanding of independent school accreditation standards

• Admissions and Enrollment Management
  • Lead comprehensive recruitment and admissions strategy to meet annual enrollment goals.
  • Guide the full admissions process from initial inquiry through enrollment.
  • Manage admissions timelines, application review, and admission…