The Bay School of San Francisco is seeking a director of admissions and strategy to lead the admissions department and drive strategic growth initiatives. The director of admissions and strategy will collaborate closely with the leadership team to gain a deep understanding of Bay’s qualities, mission, and market position. By leveraging the collective expertise of school leadership, the director will ensure that admissions strategies align with the school’s goals and effectively communicate Bay’s value to prospective families. This cross-departmental partnership will enhance outreach efforts, refine messaging, and strengthen the school’s presence in the broader community.

As part of the admissions restructuring, the current director of admissions will transition into a more focused role (director of admissions outreach) to student outreach and engagement, where her institutional knowledge and long-standing relationships with Bay families, staff, and local community members will continue to be invaluable. She is enthusiastic about this shift and looks forward to collaborating with the incoming director of admissions and strategy, ensuring a smooth and effective partnership as the department evolves. This transition aligns with Bay’s broader move toward a more strategic admissions model, offering the new director of admissions and strategy an exciting opportunity to lead and innovate.

The ideal candidate will be a strategic, results-oriented leader with a proven track record of success in admissions. Bay would welcome candidates with a sales or business development mindset—particularly those with experience in strategic outreach and driving growth within educational institutions. A keen understanding of how to navigate a competitive marketplace and promote an institution’s unique offerings is essential. Above all, the successful candidate will be a passionate advocate for Bay’s mission, able to articulate its values and vision to prospective families, and will thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

In addition to leading admissions efforts, the director of admissions and strategy will play an integral role in supporting Bay’s broader strategic initiatives. This includes contributing to the school’s rebranding efforts, supporting faculty in highlighting Bay’s unique educational approach, and shaping the future direction of the school’s community. This is an extraordinary opportunity to influence the future of one of San Francisco’s most unique and dynamic independent schools. The director of admissions and strategy will have the chance to make a significant impact on Bay’s growth, visibility, and continued success in preparing students to lead lives of purpose and integrity. The director of admissions and strategy reports directly to the head of school, and will begin in Spring or Summer 2025. If this opportunity speaks to you, you are encouraged to submit a thoughtful application by the priority deadline of March 2.

All applications must be submitted online:

http://www.12mrecruiting.com/jobs/Bay/Admissions

An application requires submitting four PDFs:

1. Cover letter introducing yourself to The Bay School search committee

2. CV or resume

3. A list of four references (include each person’s name, current organization,

title, phone number, email, and past connection to you — though we will

not contact any references without obtaining your permission first)

4. A response to the following prompt:

In no more than a few paragraphs, talk about a role you held that

presented an opportunity to leverage data for developing a more

informed long-term strategy.