Founded in 1867, Rowland Hall is an independent school in Salt Lake City serving approximately 1,000 students in preschool through twelfth grade. Driven by our vision of developing people the world needs, we believe in a transformational education that gives students agency and purpose, connects them to their global community, and empowers them to make the world a better place for all.
Rowland Hall sets the standard for teaching and learning excellence through our academic and co-curricular programs, including experiential learning opportunities, artistic self-expression, and a competitive athletic program that challenges students inside and outside the classroom. We foster curiosity, compassion, joy throughout the learning process, and graduate young adults who know how to think critically and are inspired to make a difference.
Located near the base of the stunning Wasatch Mountain Range and adjacent to the University of Utah, a world-class research university and medical center, Rowland Hall attracts a diverse community of families. The school focuses on recruiting and retaining high-quality employees by offering extensive professional development opportunities, competitive salaries with local districts and market rates, and a close-knit, supportive community.
Position Summary The Director of Enrollment Management is a key member of the school's leadership team, responsible for setting the vision and guiding the implementation of a comprehensive enrollment program. As the school enters a period of planned growth, the Director will help shape and scale enrollment efforts and support expansion while maintaining academic quality and a strong sense of community. The Director oversees admissions, retention, and financial aid and manages a team dedicated to building an engaged, mission-aligned student body. This role is central in advancing the school’s learning culture through a strong commitment to its mission and core values, and partners closely with academic and operational leadership to align enrollment strategy with financial goals.
Primary Responsibilities
Lead and manage the process of attracting, enrolling, and retaining mission-appropriate students on all campuses.
Manage the full admissions cycle, from recruitment and application processing to enrollment, re-enrollment, events, welcome programs, and volunteer coordination.
Evaluate and improve enrollment workflows, policies, and procedures to ensure consistency, equity, and compliance.
Lead, mentor, and manage the admissions team, including setting goals, clarifying roles, conducting performance evaluations, and supporting professional growth.
Assess staffing needs and recommend hiring, restructuring, or resource allocation to ensure the admissions function is appropriately staffed to meet enrollment goals.
Collaborate with the senior marketing and communication leader to develop and execute strategies that enhance the school’s public presence across print, digital, social media, and the website.
Collaborate with finance leadership to align enrollment strategy with tuition revenue, tuition goals, and financial sustainability.
Collaborate as part of the committee on enrollment decisions and financial aid allocation.
Assist the Board of Trustees as needed, including generating reports and analysis related to budgets and enrollment trends and expectations, as well as attending and presenting at board meetings.
Set and monitor enrollment goals, benchmarks, and performance indicators, and provide regular updates to school leadership. Use enrollment data and trend analysis to guide strategic planning, forecasting, and resource decisions.
Develop and manage strategic efforts that are focused on promoting diversity in all its forms, while also supporting strategic goals.
The Ideal Candidate The successful applicant will bring significant experience in admissions at an educational institution, ideally within an independent school setting, with a strong background in strategic enrollment management. Candidates should be well-versed in best practices for student recruitment, retention, and enrollment outcomes, as well as educational marketing strategies and data management and analysis to inform decision-making. Demonstrated experience leading teams and collaborating across departments is essential, along with cultural competence and a genuine commitment to working with students and families from diverse backgrounds. The ideal candidate is a creative and strategic thinker with a sense of humor, strong interpersonal skills, and a collaborative leadership style. A bachelor’s degree is required; a master’s degree is preferred.
Additional Information This is a full-time, year-round, exempt position, reporting to the Head of School. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2026. For more information about the school, please visit rowlandhall.org.
Rowland Hall has engaged DovetailED to lead this search. Interested candidates should email a cover letter (addressed to Director of Human Resources, Tawny Rodriguez), a resume, and a list of at least three professional references consolidated as a single PDF document to Zack Lehman at zack@dovetailedsourcing.com , and Jill Salmon, Recruiter, at jill@dovetailedsourcing.com .
Please do not contact the school directly.
Rowland Hall is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, believes that each individual is entitled to equal opportunity without regard to sex, color, race, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal or state anti-discrimination laws. Rowland Hall’s equal employment opportunity practices extend to recruitment, hiring, selection, compensation, benefits, transfer, promotion, training, discipline, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.
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Rowland Hall sets the standard for teaching and learning excellence through our academic and co-curricular programs, including experiential learning opportunities, artistic self-expression, and a competitive athletic program that challenges students inside and outside the classroom. We foster curiosity, compassion, joy throughout the learning process, and graduate young adults who know how to think critically and are inspired to make a difference.
Located near the base of the stunning Wasatch Mountain Range and adjacent to the University of Utah, a world-class research university and medical center, Rowland Hall attracts a diverse community of families. The school focuses on recruiting and retaining high-quality employees by offering extensive professional development opportunities, competitive salaries with local districts and market rates, and a close-knit, supportive community.
Position Summary The Director of Enrollment Management is a key member of the school's leadership team, responsible for setting the vision and guiding the implementation of a comprehensive enrollment program. As the school enters a period of planned growth, the Director will help shape and scale enrollment efforts and support expansion while maintaining academic quality and a strong sense of community. The Director oversees admissions, retention, and financial aid and manages a team dedicated to building an engaged, mission-aligned student body. This role is central in advancing the school’s learning culture through a strong commitment to its mission and core values, and partners closely with academic and operational leadership to align enrollment strategy with financial goals.
Primary Responsibilities
Lead and manage the process of attracting, enrolling, and retaining mission-appropriate students on all campuses.
Manage the full admissions cycle, from recruitment and application processing to enrollment, re-enrollment, events, welcome programs, and volunteer coordination.
Evaluate and improve enrollment workflows, policies, and procedures to ensure consistency, equity, and compliance.
Lead, mentor, and manage the admissions team, including setting goals, clarifying roles, conducting performance evaluations, and supporting professional growth.
Assess staffing needs and recommend hiring, restructuring, or resource allocation to ensure the admissions function is appropriately staffed to meet enrollment goals.
Collaborate with the senior marketing and communication leader to develop and execute strategies that enhance the school’s public presence across print, digital, social media, and the website.
Collaborate with finance leadership to align enrollment strategy with tuition revenue, tuition goals, and financial sustainability.
Collaborate as part of the committee on enrollment decisions and financial aid allocation.
Assist the Board of Trustees as needed, including generating reports and analysis related to budgets and enrollment trends and expectations, as well as attending and presenting at board meetings.
Set and monitor enrollment goals, benchmarks, and performance indicators, and provide regular updates to school leadership. Use enrollment data and trend analysis to guide strategic planning, forecasting, and resource decisions.
Develop and manage strategic efforts that are focused on promoting diversity in all its forms, while also supporting strategic goals.
The Ideal Candidate The successful applicant will bring significant experience in admissions at an educational institution, ideally within an independent school setting, with a strong background in strategic enrollment management. Candidates should be well-versed in best practices for student recruitment, retention, and enrollment outcomes, as well as educational marketing strategies and data management and analysis to inform decision-making. Demonstrated experience leading teams and collaborating across departments is essential, along with cultural competence and a genuine commitment to working with students and families from diverse backgrounds. The ideal candidate is a creative and strategic thinker with a sense of humor, strong interpersonal skills, and a collaborative leadership style. A bachelor’s degree is required; a master’s degree is preferred.
Additional Information This is a full-time, year-round, exempt position, reporting to the Head of School. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2026. For more information about the school, please visit rowlandhall.org.
Rowland Hall has engaged DovetailED to lead this search. Interested candidates should email a cover letter (addressed to Director of Human Resources, Tawny Rodriguez), a resume, and a list of at least three professional references consolidated as a single PDF document to Zack Lehman at zack@dovetailedsourcing.com , and Jill Salmon, Recruiter, at jill@dovetailedsourcing.com .
Please do not contact the school directly.
Rowland Hall is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, believes that each individual is entitled to equal opportunity without regard to sex, color, race, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal or state anti-discrimination laws. Rowland Hall’s equal employment opportunity practices extend to recruitment, hiring, selection, compensation, benefits, transfer, promotion, training, discipline, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.
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