Assistant Director of College Counseling & Alumni Engagement

At Marshall School, we believe the college journey is about far more than admission. It is a time for students to discover who they are, embrace challenge, and imagine the possibilities ahead.

The Assistant Director of College Counseling & Alumni Engagement will help students and families navigate that journey while also helping Marshall maintain meaningful relationships with students long after they graduate. Working closely with the Director of College Counseling and colleagues in Advancement and Communications, this position connects the student experience at Marshall with the lifelong journey of our alumni.

This is a highly relational position for someone who enjoys knowing people well, telling meaningful stories, and building connections that last. The successful candidate will bring warmth, curiosity, creativity, excellent writing skills, and a genuine interest in following the journeys of Marshall students from their first days on campus through college and beyond.

Assistant Director of College Counseling & Alumni Engagement

Reports to: Director of College Counseling

Collaborates with: Development & Advancement; Marketing & Communications

Position Overview

At Marshall School, we believe the college journey is about far more than admission. It is a timefor students to discover who they are, embrace challenge, and imagine the possibilities ahead.

The Assistant Director of College Counseling & Alumni Engagement will help students and families navigate that journey while also helping Marshall maintain meaningful relationships with students long after they graduate. Working closely with the Director of College Counseling and colleagues in Advancement and Communications, this position connects the student experience at Marshall with the lifelong journey of our alumni.

This is a highly relational position for someone who enjoys knowing people well, telling meaningful stories, and building connections that last. The successful candidate will bring warmth, curiosity, creativity, excellent writing skills, and a genuine interest in following the journeys of Marshall students from their first days on campus through college and beyond.

Primary Responsibilities

College Counseling

• Support a group of students, primarily in grades 10–12, through the college search, application, admission, and financial aid process.
• Build trusting relationships with students and families and provide individualized guidance based on each student's interests, strengths, goals, and circumstances.
• Help students develop thoughtful college lists, navigate applications and essays, and take ownership of their college journey.
• Assist families in understanding college costs, scholarships, financial aid, and award packages.
• Collaborate with the Director of College Counseling to plan and deliver college information sessions, workshops, college visits, essay programs, and application support.
• Assist with counselor recommendations, supporting documents, transcripts, and academic records.
• Utilize SCOIR and other systems to maintain accurate student records and monitor application progress.
• Stay current on trends in higher education, admissions, testing, and financial aid.

Alumni Engagement & Storytelling

• Develop and maintain meaningful relationships with Marshall alumni, particularly recent graduates and young alumni.
• Collaborate with the Advancement Office to strengthen lifelong connections between alumni and Marshall.
• Track alumni college enrollment, academic achievements, career paths, and other milestones.
• Identify compelling student and alumni stories that demonstrate the long-term impact of a Marshall education.
• Write and develop profiles, interviews, social media content, website stories, newsletters, and other communications celebrating students and alumni.
• Work with Marketing & Communications to share stories that celebrate individuals while advancing Marshall's broader story.
• Help identify opportunities for alumni mentorship, events, volunteerism, and engagement.
• Cultivate a culture in which students understand that becoming a Hilltopper means joining a lifelong community.

Collaboration & Community

• Work closely with the Director of College Counseling, Head of Upper School, faculty, advisors, and student support professionals.
• Support school-wide events, especially student-focused community-building efforts.
• Develop and maintain relationships with college admission professionals and welcome college representatives to campus.
• Represent Marshall at appropriate college counseling conferences, professional development programs, and college visits.
• Support occasional evening and weekend programs for students, families, and alumni.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a compassionate counselor, exceptional and detail-oriented communicator, creative storyteller, and enthusiastic relationship builder.

They are someone who:

• Finds genuine joy in getting to know students and helping them discover their strengths and aspirations.
• Is an exceptional writer who can transform individual experiences into compelling and authentic stories.
• Brings warmth, humility, curiosity, and sound judgment to their work.
• Is highly organized and able to manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines.
• Is comfortable using digital communication and social media to tell stories and build community.
• Enjoys staying connected with people over time and understands the value of lifelong relationships.
• Thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys working across departments.
• Believes deeply that a student's relationship with Marshall should continue long after graduation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Experience in college counseling, college admissions, independent schools, higher education, communications, alumni relations, or a related field is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of the college search and application process.
• Excellent writing, storytelling, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Experience creating content for social media, digital communications, or other storytelling platforms.
• Experience with alumni engagement, advancement, or relationship management is a plus.
• Familiarity with college application platforms preferred.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Ability to support occasional evening and weekend events and travel as needed.

The target salary for this position is $46,000 - $63,000 per year.

Salary position, full time, full benefits eligible.

Join Marshall School

At Marshall, graduation is not the end of a student's relationship with the school—it is the beginning of a lifelong connection.

The Assistant Director of College Counseling & Alumni Communications will help students imagine what comes next while ensuring that Marshall continues to know, celebrate, and learn from them long after they leave campus.

At Marshall, our greatest stories are still being written. This position will help tell them.

Application Process

Interested candidates should apply here and submit:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and will remain open until the position is filled.

Marshall School is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive community that values diversity and educational excellence.