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Posted: 05-Dec-22
Location: Richmond, Virginia
Type: Full Time
Required Education:
With the retirement of Jim Jump, who has led the School’s college counseling program for three decades, St. Christopher’s seeks its next Director of College Counseling. Candidates should have a deep knowledge of the college process and familiarity with all aspects of college admission, ideally with some experience on “both sides of the desk.” The size of the senior class averages 90-95, and traditionally the college counseling process has formally begun in the spring of the junior year. In addition to the Director, the office includes an experienced associate director, a part-time college counselor, and an administrative assistant/office manager. St. Christopher’s seeks applicants who connect with students easily and will involve themselves in the life of the School. Strong candidates will be those in whom colleagues and parents find confidence, charisma, and authenticity. While assuming oversight of a well-run and respected program, the new Director will continue to evolve the structure of the program and the approach to best meet the needs of the boys and their parents while working closely with Upper School colleagues and the college counseling team at St. Catherine’s. The Director is an integral part of the School’s senior administrative team and serves as a key voice in the Upper School for curriculum, program, and the student experience.
The ideal candidate(s) will offer most or all of the following qualifications and qualities:
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Deep appreciation and affection for the joys of working with boys with energy, warmth, and humor;
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Commitment to building strong, individualized relationships with students and their families;
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Significant experience in selective college admission and / or independent school college counseling;
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A well developed, personal network in the college counseling and college admissions field;
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The ability to articulate vision and strategy and the tactical skills necessary to deftly manage the systems and processes necessary to implement strategy;
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Strong interpersonal skills and a style built on approachability, responsiveness, and transparent, intentional communication;
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Excellent communication skills, especially engaging public speaking, close listening, and clear and dynamic writing abilities;
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Personal and professional commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion work and a commitment to examining the college counseling office’s systems and processes through an equity lens;
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Commitment to ongoing learning and professional growth;
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A playful spirit, optimistic outlook, and sense of humor.
