What are the responsibilities and job description for the Admissions Coordinator position at Bishop Dunne Catholic School?
Bishop Dunne Catholic School is seeking a highly qualified Admissions Coordinator. Reporting to the Director of Admissions, this position assists with managing the student recruitment and enrollment process and serves as a key point of contact for prospective families and supports admissions activities from initial inquiry through enrollment.
As the only diocesan Catholic school serving students in grades six through twelve, Bishop Dunne is proud to reflect the rich diversity of Dallas. More than 75% of our students identify as students of color, and approximately half are Catholic.
Mission Statement:
Bishop Dunne Catholic School empowers each student to explore, inquire, lead, and serve through a college preparatory education in a joyful community of faith.
Core Values:
- Purpose – Be intentional
- Respect – Treat yourself and others in a positive manner
- Integrity – Be honest
- Dedication – Commit to something greater than yourself
- Excellence – Complete everything to the best of your ability
Primary Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the Director of Admissions and other key stakeholders on recruitment strategies to grow applicant pool.
- Assist with admissions, recruitment, marketing, and public relations.
- Attend evening and weekend recruitment events.
- Connecting with feeder schools and coordinating school visits.
- Coordinate the Falcon for a Day shadow program.
- Co-mentor the ambassador program, including selecting, training, and communicating with student ambassadors.
- Manage Ravenna event queues, including scheduling of campus tours.
- Complete applicant files and submit them to Director of Admissions and other admission committee members for review.
- Process applicant files through the Ravenna file queue.
- Meet with prospective families and maintain strong professional relationships throughout the admissions and enrollment process.
- Assist with managing and tracking the enrollment process for prospective students and providing status reports.
- Abide by all policies as outlined in the Catholic Schools Office Handbook of Policies and Procedures for Elementary and Secondary Schools and the BDCS Faculty and Staff Policies and Procedures.
- Complete all other duties as assigned by the President and Director of Admissions.
Position Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in public relations, marketing, development, or related field.
- 3-5 years of experience in admissions or customer service. Prior experience in secondary admissions preferred.
- Proficiency with Ravenna or similar school database and enrollment management software.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school matters.
- Ability to maintain current and accurate records according to school policy.
- Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with others in the school community.
- Ability to serve as a professional ambassador and representative of the school.
- Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines and a complex calendar of assignments.
- Experience managing successful school admissions events.
- Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
- Must successfully complete a background check and comply with the Diocese of Dallas Safe Environment Program.
Working Conditions:
- Maintain emotional control under stress
- Work with frequent interruptions
- Frequent prolonged and irregular hours
- Occasional travel
- Frequent walking, standing, stooping, bending, and reaching
- Occasional lifting and moving materials, books, boxes, etc. up to 20 pounds
- Repetitive hand motions
- Prolonged computer use
Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to Bishop Dunne Human Resources at hr@bdcs.org.
Bishop Dunne Catholic School is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment rooted in Catholic values and does not discriminate in employment practices in accordance with applicable laws.