Director, Marketing & Strategic Communications

Internal Number: 1067

Job Title: Director of Marketing and Strategic Communications

Department: Marketing and Communications

Status: Full-Time, Salaried/Exempt, Senior Administrator, Benefited

Reports To: Head of School

The Webb Schools, a boarding and day high school of 400 students in Claremont, California, seeks an innovative marketing professional to serve in a senior administrative role leading marketing and strategic communications. As a member of the senior leadership team, this position plays a highly strategic role in advancing Webb’s institutional vision and priorities. The successful candidate will guide the development and execution of integrated marketing and communications strategies that strengthen Webb’s brand, support enrollment and advancement goals, and elevate the visibility of both the School and the Raymond M. Alf Museum of Paleontology.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Create and lead Webb’s comprehensive marketing and strategic communications strategy to strengthen the School’s brand and elevate its visibility nationwide and globally.
• Lead and develop the marketing team, aligning cross-departmental and freelance efforts to ensure cohesive, high-quality storytelling.
• Serve as steward of the Webb brand, establishing and upholding clear standards for messaging, voice, visual identity, and institutional positioning.
• Oversee integrated, multi-channel communications, including print, digital, social media, website, media relations, and executive communications from the Office of the Head of School.
• Partner strategically with Admission, Advancement, Summer Programs, and the Raymond M. Alf Museum of Paleontology to advance enrollment, fundraising, engagement, and overall institutional reputation.

Why Webb?

At Webb, our mission and values shape daily life. Webb’s mission is to provide a dynamic learning community that nurtures and inspires our students and alumni to think boldly, mindfully, and creatively; act with honor and moral courage; lead with distinction; and serve with a generous spirit. Founded in 1922, Webb is committed to fostering an inclusive school community characterized by openness, acceptance and empathy, where all members are valued, respected and supported. Webb is a place where faculty and staff are empowered to do meaningful work that encourages both student growth and institutional excellence.

Professional Qualities of Webb Faculty & Staff:

• Contributes to the delivery of the mission, vision, and values of the school community.
• Demonstrates inclusive and equitable practices to ensure that all members of the community feel a sense of belonging.
• Follows community policies and procedures and models positive behavior.
• Works effectively as a team member and develops professional and productive relationships with colleagues.
• Understands boundaries and embraces responsibility for the care of students in loco parentis.
• Promotes a trust-based community by keeping appropriate confidences.
• Manages time effectively and meets deadlines and commitments.
• Communicates and responds to all school communications in a timely manner.
• Exhibits flexibility and adaptability to change as needed.

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. As prescribed by law, reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Other Requirements:

• A criminal background check is required and must be successfully completed before employment can begin.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

The Webb Schools are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and do not discriminate based on perceived or actual race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, pregnancy (or any related conditions), age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, gender/identity/expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

Employment:

This position is “at-will”. This means that both Webb and the hired employee have the right to terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without advance notice, and with or without cause. There is no employment contract, actual or implied.

Required Qualifications:

• BA or BS in related field, MA or higher degree preferred
• Five (5) or more years of extensive experience in marketing and/or communications, with a track record of bringing innovative ideas to enhance an institution’s stature and reputation. Preferably for a school, college or university.
• Fluency in the realm of public relations and media relations.
• Ability to build and implement a high-performing marketing and communications plan.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills including high-level project management experience.
• Ability to build and motivate high-performing teams to accomplish goals.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. As prescribed by law, reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Other Requirements:

• • A criminal background check is required and must be successfully completed before employment can begin.