Hybrid Head of Admissions and Legal

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About the role

  • Coordinate thorough internal case review and documentation prior to impartial hearings or district engagement to ensure placement viability
  • Maintain and nurture relationships with external advocacy attorneys and referral partners
  • Oversee intake and collection of legal and clinical documentation necessary for student placement
  • Supervise contract execution and documentation processes related to student placements
  • Partner with admissions and operations staff to streamline workflows supporting legal onboarding and contract readiness
  • Oversee accuracy and completeness of student records in Finalsite CRM, including timely upload and data validation
  • Monitor case timelines and proactively follow up with attorneys, families, and internal teams to accelerate case closure and enrollment
  • Identify and cultivate referral sources (developmental pediatricians, neuropsychologists, advocates, attorneys, evaluators)
  • Develop and maintain relationships with public school districts and special education directors
  • Represent Gersh Academy at professional events, conferences, and within special education legal and clinical networks
  • Collaborate with marketing and admissions on messaging and outreach strategies
  • Report on legal trends, referral activity, pipeline development, and case quality
  • Provide support and training to internal teams on special education law, impartial hearing readiness, and document preparation
  • Oversee collaboration with local school campus leaders for student placement

Requirements

  • Advanced degree in business, public policy, or special education preferred
  • Significant experience in operations, special education advocacy or law required
  • Minimum of 7 years' experience working within operations, the special education legal system, advocacy space, or within a non-public placement environment
  • Deep knowledge of IDEA, FAPE, IEP processes, impartial hearings, and CSE meetings
  • Demonstrated success in building referral relationships with attorneys, districts, or evaluators
  • Highly organized with strong follow-through on documentation, contract workflows, and compliance
  • Proven process improvement in operations
  • Willingness and ability to travel regularly for meetings, events, and outreach opportunities
  • Prior work in a special education school or therapeutic setting
  • Experience with Finalsite CRM and admissions/contract documentation management

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package (pay range includes KRA bonus)
  • Comprehensive health care plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k matching)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Training & Development / Professional development opportunities

Job title

Head of Admissions and Legal

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

No Education Requirement

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