San Mateo, CA | Full-Time | $160,000 - $180,000

About the Role

A Catholic college preparatory school for boys on the San Francisco Peninsula, with an 80-year legacy of excellence in education, is hiring a Head of Marketing and Communication. The school offers a rigorous academic curriculum, a wide range of extracurricular activities, and an environment rooted in faith, support, and mutual respect.

This is the senior leadership position responsible for all marketing and communications strategy and execution. The Head of Marketing will develop and implement a comprehensive plan to enhance the school's reputation, strengthen enrollment recruitment, and ensure consistent messaging aligned with its Catholic mission. The role spans brand management, digital marketing, publications, media relations, crisis communications, and executive communications support for the President and Principal. The position leads and develops the Marketing and Communications team and collaborates closely with Admissions, Advancement, Athletics, and Academic Leadership.

A strong fit for a seasoned marketing leader who can connect institutional brand strategy with enrollment goals in a mission-driven educational environment.

What the Role Covers

Developing and implementing a comprehensive marketing and communications strategy
Supporting enrollment management through targeted recruitment campaigns
Strengthening the school's market position and communicating its value proposition
Monitoring market trends and competitor positioning
Upholding consistent brand identity standards across all print and digital materials
Ensuring all messaging aligns with the school's mission and Catholic identity
Overseeing website strategy, SEO/SEM initiatives, social media platforms, and AI tools
Developing digital campaigns that increase engagement and visibility, and monitoring analytics and performance metrics
Directing editorial strategy and production of institutional publications
Overseeing marketing materials for admissions, advancement, events, and alumni relations
Highlighting student life, academic excellence, and mission-driven initiatives
Overseeing public and media relations and crisis communications
Supporting executive communications for the President and Principal
Leading and developing the Marketing and Communications team
Collaborating with admissions, advancement, athletics, and academic leadership on special marketing initiatives and events

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field (MBA or Master's in Marketing preferred)
8-10+ years of marketing experience, including leadership roles
Proven experience developing and executing successful marketing strategies
Strong knowledge of digital marketing, brand management, and customer acquisition strategies
Experience managing marketing budgets and teams
Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills
Experience in data-driven marketing and marketing automation tools

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