Description
Position Summary:
The Admissions Assistant will collaborate with the Director of Admissions in achieving the admissions goals for NDA 6-12 (all-girls). The admissions assistant supports the admissions team by providing administrative, logistical, and customer service support throughout the application and enrollment process. This position plays a key role in ensuring a smooth and positive experience for prospective students and their families. As a key member of our Admissions team you will support other activities as needed that bring our admissions and marketing programs to life. The admissions assistant may support the office of the President as needed.
About NDA:
Sponsored by the Sisters of Notre Dame, Notre Dame Academy (NDA) is an independent, Catholic school for grades TK-8 (co-ed) and 6-12 (all-girls) that creates a launch pad for students to blossom with purpose. With innate curiosity and the ability to move fast, NDA constantly evolves its offerings to be a reflection of the world outside the school’s walls. Our intimate setting enables NDA to give each student the attention and support they need throughout their entire educational path. Diverse by nature, NDA fosters an environment where every student belongs and feels seen. As a work environment, you will find that NDA is kind, warm, welcoming, structured, balanced, lively, active, driven, ambitious, and experimental.
Requirements
Core Responsibilities:
- Respond to inquiries from prospective students and families via phone, email, and in-person with accurate and timely information.
- Assist in organizing and executing admissions events such as open house, tours, and shadow days.
- Maintain and update applicant records in our Finalsite database
- Collaborate with Director of Admissions to prepare materials, track applicants, and follow up with applicants.
- As requested and in collaboration with the Director of Marketing & Communications design and create admissions collateral.
- Support communications with applicants and families, including large mailings.
- Perform general administrative duties such as filing, data entry, and document preparation.
- Provide support for admissions events, such as shadow days, HSPT testing, on- and off-campus receptions, Regal for a Day, Girls Night In, Open House, etc.
- Model the values of and support the teachings of the Catholic Church
- Support building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all students, faculty and staff
- Other duties as assigned
Skills:
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Exceptional communication skills(written and oral)
- Ability to multitask and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Canva and comfortable learning new software systems
- Organizational and time-management skills for managing multiple activities and deadlines
- Ability to work collaboratively with other departments
- Ability to be an ambassador for the school’s mission
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or GRE required; Bachelor’s Degree in marketing or a similar discipline is preferred
- 1-3 years of experience in admissions and/or marketing is preferred
Please send resume and cover letter in an email with the subject “Admissions Assistant” to admissions@ndala.com
Wage Range
The rate of pay offered to the selected candidate is based on internal pay policy and budget. New hires are commonly paid at the minimum of the wage range or within the lower part of the range. We consider a number of factors when making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, training and other department needs.
Information/Application Contact
Notre Dame Academy (Los Angeles)
2851 Overland Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90064
admissions@ndala.com