Oaks Christian School
Assistant Director of Admissions
Oaks Christian School, Westlake Village, California, United States, 91361
Overview
Assistant Director of Admissions — Oaks Christian School. Full-Time (12-Months), Exempt, Category 3. Salary Commensurate With Experience. The Assistant Director of Admissions is primarily responsible for the outreach, counseling, and recruitment of middle and high school students. The position serves as an ambassador and a key representative of the school, shaping the image of Oaks Christian School for prospective families and new students. As a counselor and recruitment officer, this role creates and maintains strategic alliances with schools, prospective students and families, churches, external constituents, and alumni. In partnership with the Admissions team, the role articulates the school’s primary messages in compelling ways and leads events and duties related to the enrollment process.
Responsibilities
In cooperation with the Vice-President of Admissions and the Admissions Team, help execute a variety of Admission events and activities, including School Visits and Programs, Admission Information Nights, Open House, Family Informational Events, and other outreach efforts. Develop relationships with schools, churches, and prospective families and students within the school’s market area to increase applications and enrollment. Coordinate with student and parent volunteers to utilize volunteer resources effectively. Represent the school at recruitment programs such as school site visits, parent meetings, community forums, domestic School Boarding Fairs, and similar events. Follow up with families and constituents regarding the entire admission process from prospect to enrollee. Assist in processing and reviewing admission applications, individually and in committees. Conduct admission appointments, tours, interviews, shadow days, and orientation for new and prospective students. Oversee the Lion’s Voice Student Ambassador Program, including selection, training, and delegation of responsibilities for tours and public engagements. Maintain liaisons with teachers, educational programs, and feeder schools for admission and recruitment. Collaborate with other Oaks Christian departments and committees as assigned. Possible domestic and international travel for admissions recruitment. Assist in implementing databases, hardware, and software tools used by the Admissions Office, internally and with external vendors. Qualified to conduct NWEA Map Growth testing, train proctors, schedule test dates, and input test data. Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Skills
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with excellent character and work ethic. Self-starter with strong motivation; able to manage multiple tasks and priorities. Strong communication, management, and organizational abilities; capacity to bridge generational and cultural differences while articulating Oaks Christian School messages clearly. Some evening and weekend work and attendance throughout the school year.
Experience and Education
Experience in admissions or related recruitment roles preferred. Problem solving, conflict resolution, and creative thinking skills. Familiarity with Oaks Christian School from being a current/former parent, faculty, or staff member is beneficial. Empathetic listening and ability to protect confidential information, weigh alternatives, and act with minimal supervision. Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred. Advanced degree a plus. Admissions experience preferred. Interviewing Techniques Training preferred.
Additional Details
This role may require travel and involves working with various departments to support enrollment initiatives. This description reflects the key duties and qualifications but is not necessarily all-inclusive.
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Assistant Director of Admissions — Oaks Christian School. Full-Time (12-Months), Exempt, Category 3. Salary Commensurate With Experience. The Assistant Director of Admissions is primarily responsible for the outreach, counseling, and recruitment of middle and high school students. The position serves as an ambassador and a key representative of the school, shaping the image of Oaks Christian School for prospective families and new students. As a counselor and recruitment officer, this role creates and maintains strategic alliances with schools, prospective students and families, churches, external constituents, and alumni. In partnership with the Admissions team, the role articulates the school’s primary messages in compelling ways and leads events and duties related to the enrollment process.
Responsibilities
In cooperation with the Vice-President of Admissions and the Admissions Team, help execute a variety of Admission events and activities, including School Visits and Programs, Admission Information Nights, Open House, Family Informational Events, and other outreach efforts. Develop relationships with schools, churches, and prospective families and students within the school’s market area to increase applications and enrollment. Coordinate with student and parent volunteers to utilize volunteer resources effectively. Represent the school at recruitment programs such as school site visits, parent meetings, community forums, domestic School Boarding Fairs, and similar events. Follow up with families and constituents regarding the entire admission process from prospect to enrollee. Assist in processing and reviewing admission applications, individually and in committees. Conduct admission appointments, tours, interviews, shadow days, and orientation for new and prospective students. Oversee the Lion’s Voice Student Ambassador Program, including selection, training, and delegation of responsibilities for tours and public engagements. Maintain liaisons with teachers, educational programs, and feeder schools for admission and recruitment. Collaborate with other Oaks Christian departments and committees as assigned. Possible domestic and international travel for admissions recruitment. Assist in implementing databases, hardware, and software tools used by the Admissions Office, internally and with external vendors. Qualified to conduct NWEA Map Growth testing, train proctors, schedule test dates, and input test data. Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Skills
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with excellent character and work ethic. Self-starter with strong motivation; able to manage multiple tasks and priorities. Strong communication, management, and organizational abilities; capacity to bridge generational and cultural differences while articulating Oaks Christian School messages clearly. Some evening and weekend work and attendance throughout the school year.
Experience and Education
Experience in admissions or related recruitment roles preferred. Problem solving, conflict resolution, and creative thinking skills. Familiarity with Oaks Christian School from being a current/former parent, faculty, or staff member is beneficial. Empathetic listening and ability to protect confidential information, weigh alternatives, and act with minimal supervision. Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred. Advanced degree a plus. Admissions experience preferred. Interviewing Techniques Training preferred.
Additional Details
This role may require travel and involves working with various departments to support enrollment initiatives. This description reflects the key duties and qualifications but is not necessarily all-inclusive.
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