Admissions Associate

Pacifica Christian High School is seeking a dynamic team member who will provide administrative support to the admissions office while participating in all admissions-related activities and events. Our ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong communication, problem-solving, and project management skills. The Admissions Associate will oversee the Student Ambassador program and must display enthusiasm for working with teenagers and connecting with parents, faculty, staff, and other key members of the school community.

The ideal candidate is also mature in Christian faith, with significant, sustained investment in a local church community and a life rich in devotion and/or spiritual discipline. We expect all Pacifica employees to support our community-wide project to use academics, extracurriculars, and personal relationships as a means of grace to help all involved become more fully human in the recognition and restoration of the image of God within us.

Essential Expectations

• Enthusiasm for the school’s mission and values
• Represent the school effectively to its constituents including a client services disposition
• Maintain a professional demeanor on and off campus
• Maintain professional credentials, as appropriate
• Honor the confidentiality of school, student, family, and employee information.
• Comply with all policies and procedures
• Work effectively with your colleagues and direct supervisor
• Develop and maintain positive/professional relationships with students, administrators, parents, and colleagues
• Substantial and mature in Christian faith, thought, and character
  

• Uphold the school's standards and expectations for community behavior and morality

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Admissions to execute all Admissions events
• Further the school’s outreach efforts by attending high school fairs, middle school presentations, sporting events, and community organization functions as needed
• Act as the primary point of contact for all application paperwork and correspondence, initially by phone and email
• Establish and grow relationships with admissions families and their students, as well as first year parents and matriculated freshmen
• Oversee student Ambassador Program while conducting monthly meetings and trainings related to Admissions events and programs
• Participate in the family interview process and serve on the Admissions Committee to identify and recommend mission-fit students for acceptance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required, and/or 2 years of experience in enrollment management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including hospitality/sales experience
• Must possess interpersonal skills and a warm, energetic personality
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft and Google suites
• Must be tech savvy with typing skills of at least 50 wpm.
• Familiarity with student information and/or enrollment management systems; SchoolAdmin/Blackbaud knowledge preferred
• A commitment to engaging with students and families from various backgrounds - high, middle, and low income.
• Must be collaborative, innovative, ambitious, professional, and enthusiastic
• Demonstrate ability to multi-task in a fast-paced setting
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as necessary

Pacifica Christian is a private independent liberal arts high school located in West Los Angeles. The school is in the heart of Santa Monica just 18 blocks from the Pacific Ocean. The strategic nature of the school's location enhances the importance of its mission and vision.

Compensation: Competitive, commensurate with experience

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 403(b) Retirement
• Professional development support