"RG175 was great to work with on our search for a new Assistant Head of School for Community & Culture. The pool of candidates was especially strong, due in part to the nature of the role, but also due largely to the work that RG175 did to promote and source great people. The firm was supportive and attentive throughout the process and we are excited about the hire we've made. Mercersburg would highly encourage any school to consider using RG175 for their next senior administrative search."
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A head of school is only as effective as the quality of the leadership team. With their deep knowledge of independent school management, RG175 consultants utilize a thoughtful process to help the school identify its administrative needs and the key leadership qualities required for success.
RG175 tailors the retained search process to fit the needs of the school. As with all searches, the signature RG175 values of responsiveness, transparency, and honesty define our working relationship with each client school.
Engaging in a retained search for senior administrative positions offers schools a strategic advantage in securing exceptional leadership talent. This comprehensive approach ensures a dedicated partnership, providing schools with tailored recruitment solutions that align with their unique missions and cultures.
Key Benefits of the Retained Search Process
Dedicated Focus and Priority:
RG175 commits significant resources to each search, offering focused attention and priority status. This dedication leads to precise candidate targeting and access to top-tier leaders who may not be actively seeking new positions.
Comprehensive Candidate Assessment:
Through in-depth evaluations, including interviews and reference checks, RG175 thoroughly assesses candidates' leadership capabilities, pedagogical approaches, and cultural fit. This rigorous process reduces the risk of mis-hires and ensures alignment with the school's values and goals.
Time and Resource Efficiency:
By streamlining the recruitment process, RG175 saves schools significant time and resources. Efficient methodologies allow school leaders to focus on their core responsibilities while the RG175 manages the complexities of the search.
Access to a Broad Talent Pool:
RG175 leverages extensive networks to reach both active and passive candidates, including those not actively seeking new opportunities. This access broadens the talent pool, increasing the likelihood of finding the ideal candidate with the desired skill set.
Enhanced Support and Communication:
RG175 ensures a comprehensive and fully managed process, protecting the school's reputation and the dignity of all candidates involved. RG175 takes on the responsibility of representing the school and shepherds the team and each applicant through a fair, inclusive, and equitable search process.
By partnering with RG175, schools can confidently navigate the complexities of senior administrative hiring, ensuring they secure leaders who will drive their institutions toward continued success.
In recent years, RG175 consultants have completed searches for:
- Assistant/Associate Head of School
- Upper School Division Head
- Middle School Division Head
- Lower School Division Head
- Early-Childhood Division Head
- Director of Admissions/Enrollment Management
- Athletic Director
- Dean of Faculty
- Dean of Academics
- Dean of Students
- Director of the Learning Center
- Director of Fine Arts
Through these searches, RG175 has partnered with single-gender and co-ed institutions, boarding and day schools, as well as religiously affiliated and non-sectarian communities across the country and around the world.
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