101 - CMO · posted 2026-09-01

Location: 101 - CMO Description The Bilingual Scholar Recruiter will ensure that all Gestalt Community Schools meet enrollment targets while cultivating positive relationships within the communities we serve. This is an extraordinary opportunity for an experienced professional to apply proven scholar recruitment and outreach strategies as part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to academic excellence and community development. The Bilingual Scholar Recruiter will contribute to the sustainability of each school's strategic direction and growth. The successful candidate will possess a proven track record of meeting deadlines and deliverables, as well as the ability to work independently and efficiently on project-based initiatives. He or she will have the drive and energy to thrive in a results-focused, no-excuses, entrepreneurial environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in scholar recruitment, the ability to work under tight deadlines, and the capacity to navigate complex systems and organizations without sacrificing accuracy, thoroughness, or attention to detail. Reports To: Chief of Strategy and Operations Salary: Employees at Gestalt Community Schools are provided with a competitive salary. Compensation is determined through an equity-focused approach and is based on an individual's skills, education, and years of relevant experience. Core Competencies & Responsibilities • Collaborate with network and school-based Recruitment and Enrollment teams to achieve annual enrollment goal of 3,000+ students. • Develop and execute targeted recruitment strategies to increase applications, enrollment conversions, and representation across schools and grade levels. • Represent Gestalt Community Schools at recruitment fairs, community events, and outreach opportunities while coordinating staff participation and preparing marketing materials. • Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with community organizations, businesses, nonprofits, and other referral sources to expand the network's recruitment pipeline. • Plan and facilitate open houses, scholar tours, admissions events, and family information sessions. • Partner with marketing consultants to develop and execute strategic marketing and advertising campaigns that attract prospective families. • Develop and deliver bilingual recruitment communications, presentations, and materials to effectively engage Spanish-speaking families. • Coordinate community presenters, resources, and engagement opportunities for Parent Advisory Council meetings and other family-facing events. • Lead the scholar lottery process in compliance with state law and maintain accurate student waitlists. • Manage the recruitment and enrollment process from initial inquiry through enrollment, including timely and consistent follow-up with prospective families. • Support reenrollment and family engagement efforts to promote scholar retention and minimize enrollment attrition. • Provide input into the development and implementation of recruitment, enrollment, marketing, and family engagement strategies. • Track, analyze, and report recruitment and enrollment data, including application volume, conversion rates, seat acceptance, enrollment, and waitlist activity. • Monitor progress toward enrollment goals, identify recruitment gaps, and recommend strategies to address deficits. • Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective and current families throughout the school year to promote enrollment, engagement, and retention. Requirements Bachelor's degree required. • Experience in a school setting, preferably within the K–12 charter school environment. • Fluent in Spanish (written and spoken) required. • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Strong organizational and prioritization skills. • Exceptional attention to detail. • Self-starter with the ability to think strategically and proactively solve problems. • Experience with admissions software preferred

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