Diego F. Chavez
College Point,NY
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Placement
Oliver Scholars
New York, NY
11.2024 - 01.2026
- Led and executed full-cycle placement operations for over 65 students across 90+ partner institutions, overseeing recruitment strategy, applicant advising, application review, and yield coordination.
- Designed and implemented annual recruitment and placement initiatives in partnership with senior leadership to advance institutional enrollment goals.
- Represented and advocated for applicants in admissions committee–style discussions with partner schools, contributing to successful admission outcomes for mission-aligned candidates.
- Planned and delivered high-impact recruitment presentations, information sessions, and partner-facing engagement events for prospective students, families, and institutional stakeholders.
- Guided and supported students and families through complex admissions and financial aid workflows across multiple application and funding platforms (SAO, Ravenna, Gateway to Prep, Clarity, SSS).
- Analyzed and applied applicant and partner data to inform recruitment strategy, placement decisions, and program planning while participating in the evaluation of 150+ prospective applicants annually.
- Conducted domestic travel to meet with current and prospective partner schools, strengthening institutional relationships and supporting recruitment and enrollment goals.
- Supervised, mentored, and developed the Assistant Director of Placement
Assistant Director of Placement
Oliver Scholars
New York, NY
06.2022 - 11.2024
- Supported recruitment and placement strategy for students applying to 90+ partner institutions, maintaining strong relationships with admissions offices and institutional stakeholders.
- Conducted recruitment presentations and one-on-one advising on admissions requirements, financial aid, interview preparation, and institutional fit.
- Managed application tracking systems, resolved applicant issues, and ensured accuracy and completeness of admissions records.
- Produced admissions data reports and insights for senior leadership and the Board of Trustees.
- Planned and executed virtual and in-person recruitment programming, including summer information sessions and partner outreach events.
- Conducted research and evaluation of prospective new institutional partnerships, including domestic travel.
Housing Assignments Office Assistant
Boston College
Chestnut Hill, MA
10.2017 - 05.2022
- Supported senior residential life staff in managing housing assignments, policy interpretation, and complex student and family concerns.
- Supported residential life operations and student development in a high-volume campus housing environment
- Provided high-volume customer service to approximately 7,700 students and families via in-person, phone, and virtual communication.
- Managed a centralized inbox handling 200–500 monthly inquiries with timely, policy-informed responses.
- Participated in Living and Learning Community application review and selection processes.
- Assisted in communications, logistics, and execution of room selection for over 5,000 students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Psychology And Human Development
Boston College
Chestnut Hill, MA05.2022
High School Diploma -
Phillips Academy
Andover, MASkills
- Admissions Operations & Recruitment Strategy
- Event Planning & Logistics
- CRM-Based Communications & Data Management
- Applicant Advising & File Evaluation
- Application Platforms & Workflow Systems (SAO, Ravenna: transferable to other CRM's)
- Financial Aid Systems (Clarity, SSS)
- Proficient in Google Suite
- Stakeholder & Institutional Partnership Management
- Fluent in English and Spanish
Timeline
Director of Placement
Oliver Scholars
11.2024 - 01.2026
Assistant Director of Placement
Oliver Scholars
06.2022 - 11.2024
Housing Assignments Office Assistant
Boston College
10.2017 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Psychology And Human Development
Boston College
High School Diploma -
Phillips Academy