Director, Marketing & Strategic Communication

Claremont, CA (On-site)

$135K/yr – $165K/yrDirector/Executive5+ years expFull time

Posted 5 months ago

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Job Summary

The Webb Schools seeks a senior marketing and strategic communications leader to shape brand, oversee multi-channel storytelling, and align cross‑department teams. The role requires a BA/BS with 5+ years in marketing or communications and strong PR, leadership, and collaboration skills. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement programs.

Job Description

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.

Requirements

  • BA or BS in related field, MA or higher degree preferred
  • Five 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.

Preferred

  • MA or higher degree preferred
  • Preferably for a school, college or university

Benefits

  • The Webb Schools provides a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; generous sick and vacation time; paid holidays; and participation in retirement programs designed to support employees throughout their careers.
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The Webb Schools

Located in Claremont, California, The Webb Schools is a college preparatory boarding/day community for students in grades 9 through 12. Our 412 students come from 11 states and 16 countries. The campus includes three main entities: Webb School of California (for boys), Vivian Webb School (for girls), and the Raymond M. Alf Museum of Paleontology. Rigorous academics are complimented with activities and programs that emphasize unbounded thinking and honorable leadership. Sixty-five percent of our students are boarders, so residential life and faculty-student relations are another important part of the Webb experience. More than 80% of faculty live on campus.The mission of The Webb Schools is to provide an exemplary learning community that nurtures and inspires boys and girls to become men and women who:* Think boldly, mindfully and creatively,* Act with honor and moral courage,* Lead with distinction* Serve with a generous spiritWe have an active and close-knit alumni community with over 4,500 alumni living in 45 countries and 49 states and Washington D.C. The Webb Schools is the only high school with a nationally accredited museum located on its campus. Students are involved in every aspect of the museum, from fossil collection to scientific research.

Founded in 1922
Claremont, California, USA
192 employees (12 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
30.6K
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$144
Traffic Source Mix
Search
26.8%
Direct
29.3%
Referral
2.4%
Social
1.1%
Paid
0.3%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~192

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
5 (3% of company)
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
1

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