Admission and Communication Assistant - Saint Paul, United States - Mounds Park Academy

Description

Job Description

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 seeks a .8FTE year-round admission and communication assistant. This role will provide exceptional customer service to families learning about Mounds Park Academy, assist the office in moving applicants through the admission process, and provide administrative support for the director and the office. This position reports to the director of admission and communication. This position offers benefits, including tuition remission for eligible children, and a competitive salary.

Responsibilities Include

• Advance the mission, vision, and values of Mounds Park Academy.
• Serve prospective families seeking more information about Mounds Park Academy exceptionally well in person, on the phone, and through the mail.
• Assist the office of admission with moving applicants through the admission and onboarding process by managing student records, admission committees, offers of admission, enrollment notifications, and more.
• Provide administrative support for the director of admission and communication and the office as a whole by providing daily support, serving as the database expert, coordinating calendars, managing inventory, tracking expenses, and more.
• Be an active, positive, and contributing member of the school community.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of applicable experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional customer service skills and ability to engage with people from all backgrounds and experiences.
• Exceptional office management skills, including the ability to think independently, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Impeccable attention to detail.
• Highly organized and self-motivated with a willingness to learn and be able to work with minimal supervision while also being a contributor to group or team projects.
• Ability to maintain highly confidential information. High standards of ethics in conducting job-related activities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including deep experience with Excel and mail merges.
• A sincere commitment to MPA's mission and the willingness to be a visible, enthusiastic brand ambassador. Passion for what is good for children and families.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Experience in a school setting.
• Database experience.

This is a year-round position with a generous benefits package, including tuition remission for qualified children, free lunch, and half-day Fridays during the summer. Occasional nights/weekends will be necessary.

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 can be found at

Applications received by April 11 will receive priority in the review process. This position will begin in mid-May.

Mounds Park Academy is an equal-opportunity employer.