Director of Marketing and Communications

Concord Academy, an independent, coeducational boarding and day school located in Concord, MA, seeks a Director of Marketing and Communications. Founded in 1922, Concord Academy balances high academic standards with a focus on educating the whole student through the arts, athletics, and engagement in the world. The community thrives on a love of learning, thanks to the care and partnership of teachers who support students as individuals and challenge them every day to think critically and creatively.Students are encouraged to explore a wide range of subjects, from humanities and sciences to arts and technology. At Concord Academy, community is central. The school fosters a close-knit community where students feel supported and valued. Faculty members are deeply committed to the success and well-being of their students and the school actively promotes equity and social justice, encouraging students to engage in meaningful discussions and activities that promote understanding and empathy.Reporting to the Associate Head of School for External Affairs, the Director of Marketing and Communications, is a highly visible and deeply engaged leader. The Director will be a source of ideas, inspiration, and expertise for key partners across campus and is broadly responsible for ensuring the quality, consistency, and effectiveness of Concord Academy’s communications and marketing efforts.The Director manages a creative team that anticipates and serves the needs of internal clients, including Admissions, Advancement, Academics and Student Life, the Head of School and the Board of Trustees. The Director is customer- focused, maintains high standards, and provides creative direction beyond the modes of communications and marketing traditionally employed by independent schools. As a member of the Leadership Council, the Director will serve as a valued thought partner to colleagues and be intimately involved in the life of the school.Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and the position must be performed on site. Concord Academy offers a generous benefits package, including tuition remission for children after one year of employment. Housing in Concord is also available.Screening will begin immediately and continue until an appointment is made. Applications (including CV and cover letter) should be submitted using DSG’s candidate portal. Nominations and inquiries should be directed electronically to: CADirectorMarCom@divsearch.com.Peter Gillin, Managing Director

Scroll down the page to see all associated job requirements, and any responsibilities successful candidates can expect.Christine Falcone, Senior Search AssociateThe Diversified Search GroupOne Commerce Square, 2005 Market Street, Suite 3300, Philadelphia PA 19103Concord Academy is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or disability, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law. All inquiries are treated confidentially.

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