Pomfret School is making a strategic investment in its future by establishing the inaugural Director of Auxiliary Programs role. This is a rare and exciting opportunity for a visionary, entrepreneurial leader to build a thriving summer and auxiliary ecosystem from the ground up on a stunning 500-acre New England campus. With high autonomy and full support from the school's leadership, the Director will transform strategic vision into operational reality - designing robust summer programs, optimizing world-class facilities for external events, and elevating Pomfret’s brand reach. For an ambitious professional who thrives on building mission-aligned programs, fostering team culture, and driving non-tuition revenue, this newly created position offers the chance to leave a lasting legacy at one of the nation's premier independent schools.
Pomfret is partnering with SPARC, the Summer Programs and Auxiliary Revenue Collaborative to lead this search. Read the complete
position statement and apply using the link on the last page.
About SPARC
SPARC provides comprehensive leadership search services exclusively for auxiliary leadership roles. Whether a school is creating a new role, redefining an existing position, or replacing an outgoing director, we'll assist you in attracting, evaluating, and identifying your next auxiliary program leader.
Areas of guidance throughout the search process include:
- Conducting a needs assessment through conversations with multiple community stakeholders
- Developing a customized job description and accompanying position statement
- Actively recruiting talent for the role
- Managing the candidate application process and conducting thorough candidate screening
- Working closely with your search committee throughout the interview and selection process
- Providing guidance and input in candidate assessment and final decision
- Providing customized onboarding guidance to ensure a smooth start
For more information on how SPARC can assist with your leadership search, contact Executive Director Nat Saltonstall at nat@sparcnational.com.