Mounds Park Academy Hiring for Assistant Director of Admissions Job at Saint Paul, MN Full Time

Mounds Park Academy is a PreK-12 independent school in Saint Paul, MN that serves approximately 575 students from throughout the Twin Cities area. Since 1982, Mounds Park Academy has engaged students in a rigorous college preparatory experience that is demanding, but not draining, and goes far beyond memorization. Students are challenged to apply their understanding to stir the human spirit, stand for justice, and shake the world. This is what we call rigor with purpose, and it grounds our students in the radical idea that their identity in the world is not measured by a test score, but rather by the depth and decency of their impact on the world.

MPA is committed to embracing diversity, seeking equity, and continually striving to be truly inclusive. As a community, MPA is focused on fostering a safe and inclusive space for all, aspiring to be cognizant of gender-identity and equality, religious understanding, socio-economic diversity, and racial justice.

Mounds Park Academy is seeking a highly motivated professional for one of its assistant directors of admission. Reporting to the director of admission and communication, this person will serve as a key member of the admission and communication office and will be an active participant in ensuring the health and vitality of the school through the recruitment of new families and the enrollment of new students. Mounds Park Academy is the #1 ranked private school in the Twin Cities with growing enrollment.

Responsibilities

In close partnership with the director of admission and communication, this position is responsible for nurturing relationships with prospective families, authentically sharing the tremendous value of an MPA education, and assisting families through a holistic yet rigorous application process.

· Engage with prospective families to learn what they are seeking for their children and illustrate how Mounds Park Academy may align with that.

· Accurately, persuasively, and authentically communicate the Mounds Park Academy value proposition through phone calls, emails, campus tours, admission events, community events, and admission interviews.

· Help families navigate the admission and Indexed Tuition application processes.

· Communicate with prospective families diligently and sincerely.

· Present prospective students to admission committees, clearly articulating how the prospective student will enhance the Mounds Park Academy community, and working collaboratively to identify students who will thrive.

· If not already, become a master user of Ravenna to track and report on all enrollment data and engagement.

· Serve as a thinking and planning partner to the director of admission and communication.

· Perform other duties as assigned by the director of admission and communication.

Education and Experience Requirements:

· Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as communications, marketing, education, business, or non-profit administration.

· Five or more years of relevant experience.

Qualifications/Skills:

· Persuasive and strategic communicator with exceptional interpersonal and written communication skills and a keen attention to detail.

· Exceptional customer service skills that are consistently applied to every member of the current and prospective community.

· Passion for what is good for children and families—an exceptional fit with Mounds Park Academy’s joyful, inclusive, innovative, and respectful culture.

· Ability to engage with a wide range of ages and build long-term relationships that continue long after enrollment.

· Exceptional organizational skills including the ability to think independently and critically, anticipate needs, multitask, and consistently meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

· Ability to work independently and as a member of a cross-functional, integrated team.

· Flexible and adaptable style—a leader who will positively impact our school community.

Preferred:

· Demonstrated success in an admission and/or educational setting.

· Knowledge of admission principles and processes.

· Knowledge of Ravenna and/or TADS.

This is an 80%, year-round, salaried position with a generous benefits package including tuition remission for qualified children and half day Fridays in the summer. Occasional nights and weekends will be necessary.

To Apply

Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply as Mounds Park Academy is dedicated to better reflecting our student body and the Twin Cities area through this addition to our exceptional faculty and staff. Information about our school may be found at www.moundsparkacademy.org.

Send cover letter, resume, salary requirements, and a list of three professional references.

No phone calls, please. Priority consideration is given to applications received by the end of the business day on April 29, 2022.

Mounds Park Academy is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,800.00 – $123,416.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Saint Paul, MN 55109: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)
• Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location