Recruitment And Enrollment Specialist
Job Title:
Recruitment and Enrollment Specialist (SY25-26)
Date Posted:
12/22/2025
Job Function:
Data Management
Grade Level:
Elementary/Middle School
Job Type:
Full-Time
Start Date:
2025-26
About Meridian
Meridian is a PreK-8th-grade school located in Washington, DC’s vibrant U Street Corridor. Our mission is to inspire a passion for learning in our students and to help them build their self-confidence and self-respect through academic achievement.
Our 500+ students are a diverse mix of African-American, Latino, Asian, African, and White students. Almost 30% of our students are English language learners, and we have one of the largest Hispanic populations in DC charter schools. We are committed to building a community of teachers and staff who reflect the rich diversity of our student body.
Meridian is committed to serving families from our local communities, and one-third of our students live within a half mile of the school. The U Street Corridor was once the heart of black culture in DC and offers a tangible historical archive for our students, and Columbia Heights is one of the most racially and economically diverse neighborhoods in the District. We are also proud of the fact that Meridian is a school of choice for parents— all eight wards of the city are represented among our student population.
Meridian’s strengths include two beautiful and historic campuses, with nearby outdoor and recreational grounds; state of the art technology for students and teachers; updated and aligned curricula; an academic program laser-focused on student growth, achievement, and social-emotional development; extensive professional development and support for teachers and leaders; and a school culture grounded in student achievement, collaboration, and student-centered learning.
Join us as we continue to take Meridian from good to great! For additional information about Meridian, visit mpcs-dc.org.
About the Position
The Recruitment & Enrollment Specialist is a school-based role and will support Meridian’s operational effectiveness and regulatory compliance by managing enrollment and re-enrollment, attendance, student records, immunization compliance, and school-based operational support. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and/or designee, this role ensures accurate student data, compliance with District of Columbia requirements, and consistent administrative support to school leadership and staff.
Enrollment & Re-Enrollment
- Manage all aspects of student enrollment and annual re-enrollment processes, including application intake, eligibility verification, and documentation collection
- Maintain accurate and timely enrollment records in the student information system (SIS)
- Coordinate enrollment activities in alignment with DC My School, OSSE, and charter school requirements
- Lead/Oversee enrollment audits, lotteries, waitlists, and required reporting
Attendance Management
- Monitor, maintain, and reconcile daily student attendance records
- Collaborate with school administrators and instructional staff to address attendance issues and chronic absenteeism
- Prepare and submit attendance reports to OSSE and other oversight agencies
- Ensure consistent implementation of attendance policies and procedures
Student Records Management
- Maintain complete, accurate, and compliant cumulative student records, including enrollment, academic, attendance, and health documentation
- Ensure proper storage, transfer, and retention of student records in accordance with FERPA, OSSE, and school policies
- Process records requests, student withdrawals, and transfers promptly
- Support year-end records reconciliation, archiving, and compliance reviews
- Serve as the primary custodian of student records systems
Immunization & Health Compliance
- Track, verify, and maintain student immunization documentation in compliance with DC Health and OSSE requirements
- Monitor compliance status and generate required reports
- Coordinate with school health staff and external agencies as needed
- Ensure confidentiality and secure handling of student health records
School Support
- Provide administrative and operational support to school leadership and staff related to student services and compliance functions
- Support schoolwide operational needs during peak periods such as the start of the school year, enrollment windows, and compliance deadlines
- Assist with preparation for audits, site visits, and regulatory reviews
- Collaborate cross-functionally with academics, operations, and student support teams
Enrollment Data Management & Compliance
- Ensure accuracy, consistency, and integrity of student data across all assigned systems
- Support internal audits, compliance monitoring, and required regulatory reporting
- Identify opportunities for process improvement to enhance efficiency and data quality
Core Competencies
- Strong organizational and records management skills
- Detail-oriented and compliance-focused mindset
- Effective written and verbal communication
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities
- Commitment to professionalism, equity, and the Charter School’s mission
Qualifications
Meridian is seeking candidates with the following education and experience:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university preferred but not required
- At least 5-7 years relevant experience; experience in a school setting is strongly preferred
- Ability to master various software and web applications in support of data management, tracking and reporting; including but not limited to Google Suite
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills and the ability to lead and work with diverse populations
- Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects and responsibilities
- Knowledge of management and operation systems and strategies to run an effective organization
- Strong time management skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively, with minimal supervision
- A desire to be an active part of a diverse community of educators, scholars, and families
- A strong work ethic, individual drive, and an ability to thrive in a collaborative environment
- Familiarity with Student Information Systems (such as PowerSchool, etc.) is desirable; general experience with student enrollment and attendance management is preferred
- Passion for working with ALL students, particularly students with disabilities and English language learners; past work in and/or familiarity with DC Charter School(s) is desirable
- First Aid/CPR certification and the ability to speak Spanish are highly desirable
Salary and Benefits
A recent TNTP Insight Survey of our teachers placed our staff’s satisfaction with compensation in the top quartile of all charter schools in DC. We also lead the charter sector in compensation transparency, and publish our salary scales for teachers, apprentice teachers, and dedicated aides here.
Meridian teachers and staff are compensated competitively for their time and have opportunities to earn additional income through leadership opportunities at the school level, offering extracurricular clubs and sports for students, and facilitating tutoring programs.
HOW TO APPLY
Do you believe that every child deserves the right to a high-quality education? Do you want to join our team as we prepare students for unlimited global opportunities? Apply today!
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Meridian Public Charter School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The School’s EEO policy prohibits discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, disability, sex, age, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Meridian PCS prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and will reasonably accommodate applicants with a disability, upon request, and will also ensure reasonable accommodation for employees with a disability. Under this policy, equal employment opportunity is required in recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, termination, compensation, benefits, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as required by applicable law.