Overview

Morristown Beard School (MBS), an independent coeducational day school located in Morristown, NJ, seeks a skilled and thoughtful leader to serve as the School’s next Director of Enrollment Management, assuming the role in July 2026. Reporting directly to the Head of School, the Director of Enrollment Management leads the Admission Office, provides strategic partnership and counsel to the Head of School, and, as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, collaborates frequently and thoughtfully with colleagues. 

Serving students from over 85 communities in Northern New Jersey, MBS maintains enrollment of over 600 students in grades 6-12 on a scenic 22-acre campus. For over a century, MBS has valued academic rigor and ethical development in equal measure, maximizing students’ academic potential while recognizing the value of a balanced life. 

Mission

Within a culture of support and collaboration, Morristown Beard School students discover and develop their individual pathways to academic success and personal fulfillment while becoming enlightened, morally responsible citizens of the world.

Vision

Every lesson and interaction at MBS relate to the School’s long-standing Core Values of personal responsibility, awareness of diverse perspectives, engagement, tenacity, independence of mind, and humor and humility. These Core Values comprise the bedrock of the MBS academic program, as well as the foundation for co-curricular activities and interpersonal relationships among students and faculty. In short, MBS employs these Values to help train and guide students so that they may ultimately contribute to making the world a better place.

At a Glance

Established: 1891

Enrollment: 600

Upper School enrollment: 450

Middle School enrollment: 150

Students of color: 28%

Towns represented: 85

Total faculty and staff: 161

Faculty with advanced degrees: 72%

Student/teacher ratio: 1:7

Average class size: 14

Campus size: 22-acres

Athletic teams: 60+

Position Summary 

Serving as a strategic thought partner for the Head of School, the Director of Enrollment Management must stay current regarding demographics, enrollment strategy and trends, and value proposition. The individual is an integral member of the highly collaborative Senior Leadership Team (SLT) that has established trusting working relationships. In this capacity, the Director of Enrollment Management will work with the SLT and the Admission Team, while also participating in the development of the School’s retention strategy and implementation of the current strategic plan. In support of these processes, the Director of Enrollment Management will provide recommendations, analysis, projections, and other data. To participate effectively in this work, the Director of Enrollment Management must build trusting relationships by respectfully listening to and working with colleagues and other members of the School community.  

Working with an experienced admissions staff, the Director of Enrollment Management will oversee all aspects of admission and retention processes. Providing strong leadership for the office, the Director of Enrollment Management manages and mentors direct reports while exploring ways to bring efficiency and purpose. 

The community culture at MBS promotes an environment based on trust and care. The Director of Enrollment Management leads the Admission Office by modeling the School’s mission, philosophy, and goals through clear, respectful communication with all members of the School and broader community, including staff, students, parents, peer schools, and local organizations.

Position Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Lead all aspects of the admissions process in partnership with the Head of School and Senior Leadership Team
• Develop and implement a comprehensive enrollment strategy aligned with the School’s mission and goals
• Serve as a member of and thought partner to the Senior Leadership Team
• Make final admissions decisions in consultation with school leadership
• Analyze enrollment trends and market data to guide planning and growth
• Manage, mentor, and support the admissions staff

Outreach & Community Engagement

• Represent the School externally at fairs, feeder schools, and community events
• Cultivate relationships with feeder schools and partner organizations
• Plan and lead admissions events, tours, and outreach initiatives to attract a diverse applicant pool
• Foster strong relationships with faculty, trustees, and current families

Admissions Operations

• Oversee the full admissions cycle, including inquiries, applications, assessments, interviews, and enrollment contract administration
• Manage financial aid processes in coordination with the Business Office
• Ensure timely and transparent communication with prospective families
• Collaborate with faculty to assess student fit and placement

Retention Operations

• Oversee re-enrollment contract administration in coordination with the Business Office 
• Lead school-wide retention efforts in collaboration with faculty and administration
• Chair of Enrollment Management Teams for each division

Marketing & Communications

• Collaborate with the Communications team to create engaging, mission-aligned admissions materials and ensure consistent, high-impact messaging across all platforms and touchpoints

Database Systems Management

• Oversee management of admissions, enrollment, and CRM electronic systems (Veracross and Hubspot)
• Serves as a point of contact for all database-related interdepartmental collaboration
• Oversee institutional research standards compliance to ensure data integrity 
• Works closely with the Director of Technology to support database infrastructure
• Track and analyze enrollment trends, retention data, and demographics
• Collaborate with internal constituents to promote and support institutional research
• Present insights and recommendations to the Head of School and Board of Trustees

Qualifications and Personal Attributes

• Minimum of 5-7 years of leadership experience in admissions, enrollment management, and marketing, preferably within an independent school setting  
• Strategic and analytical thinker with strong operational and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills and demonstrated high EQ, with the ability to build relationships across a wide range of constituencies
• Deep commitment to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
• Proficiency with data management systems (Veracross), digital marketing platforms (Hubspot), and budget oversight preferred
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit electronically in one email and as separate documents (preferably PDFs) the following materials:

• A cover letter expressing interest in this position
• A current resumé
• Candidates who are invited to the next stage of the selection process will be requested to provide 3-5 professional references (references will not be contacted without the candidate's permission.)

Candidates are invited to submit materials to: employment@mbs.net, Attention: MBS Hiring Committee with 'Director of Enrollment Management' in the subject line. 

About Morristown Beard School

MBS is an independent, coeducational day school that celebrates diversity and welcomes, values, and supports faculty and students of all backgrounds and ethnicities. Students at Morristown Beard learn from expert, supportive teachers in classes that are small, welcoming, and challenging. Unwavering in its 130-year commitment to developing the potential of all students, MBS proudly seeks to harmonize academic rigor with moral and ethical development, guiding students towards a life of balance and authentic learning. The School serves students from more than 85 communities and nine counties in northern New Jersey. Total school enrolment averages around 600 (Upper School~450 students; Middle School~150 students).

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