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•Saint John's Preparatory School invites applicants for the full-time, benefit eligible position of Admission Associate. Since its founding in 1857, Saint John's Preparatory School has provided exceptional education in the Catholic Benedictine tradition. Saint John's Preparatory School is a Catholic/Benedictine, co-educational, day and boarding college preparatory school for students in grades 6-12, with boarding options beginning in the 9th grade. Saint John's Prep is located on the 3,000 acres of woods and lakes of Saint John's University's campus in central Minnesota. Prep has continuously dedicated itself to both educational development and personal formation. Operating with a high degree of professional autonomy and independent judgment, the Admission Associate partners with the Director of Admission and Enrollment Management to shape institutional enrollment strategy. This role requires self-directed execution, specialized expertise in enrollment management, and proactive leadership to design and deliver a world-class, welcoming admissions experience for prospective families. The Order of Saint Benedict offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program (click the benefits tab above the position summary section to view more information). The posted wage represents OSB's good faith estimate of likely compensation at the time of posting. Actual pay will be dependent upon several factors, including the candidate's experience, qualifications, and skills, and may fall outside of the range indicated. For further information regarding the Prep School, visit

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Responsibilities:

Primary Enrollment Duties:

Design, lead, and scale recruitment initiatives and major admissions events, including Discovery Days, immersive campus tours, open houses, shadow visits, and targeted family/student showcases. Strategically manage, direct, and cultivate the Parent Ambassador and Student Ambassador programs to maximize community-led recruitment efforts. Serve as a liaison, proactively partnering with faculty and academic leadership to integrate academic showcases into overarching enrollment campaigns. Maintain, analyze, and leverage complex CRM database metrics to inform enrollment strategies and pipeline adjustments. Serve as a voting member of both the Admission Review Committee and the Tuition Committee, actively shaping financial aid strategies and variable tuition policies. Represent Saint John's Prep, acting as a trusted advisor to prospective families, external consultants, and regional educational partners. Initiate and oversee admissions internal and external Saint John's Prep correspondence efforts. Administrative & Secondary responsibilities Deliver elevated consultative relationship management to prospective families across all channels (in-person, digital, phone) from initial inquiry through final enrollment. Drive strategic operational planning during critical admission cycles, leveraging independent judgment to maintain dynamic workflow pacing and communication benchmarks. Execute auxiliary administrative leadership tasks aligned with the professional scope of the office, alongside secondary operational coverage for the Assistant to the Principal. Oversee and evaluate global educational trends and pursue professional development to ensure high-level expertise in enrollment and retention practices. Develop additional enrollment initiatives consistent with the professional scope of the Admission Office.

Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's Degree and 2-3 years of demonstrated success in admissions or comparable sales-related experience. Ability and willingness to travel locally for admissions related events. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as strong phone and people skills. Demonstrated computer knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems. Experience in school admissions — prior work in admissions, residential life, domestic or international programs, or independent school settings Cross-cultural communication competency — comfort working with families, consultants, and partners from diverse cultural backgrounds Relationship-based sales experience — demonstrated success in recruitment, outreach, or consultative sales environments Familiarity with SEVIS and F-1 regulations — prior experience as a DSO or working with international student compliance Event planning and public speaking experience — ability to represent the school at fairs, conferences, and community events Experience with CRM-driven enrollment pipelines — especially in independent school or higher-education contexts Knowledge of global education markets — awareness of trends in educational settings

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills — ability to connect authentically with students, families, consultants, and colleagues Excellent organizational and project-management abilities — capable of managing multiple priorities, deadlines, and travel schedules High cultural intelligence — ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and communicate with sensitivity Skilled in data-informed decision making — ability to interpret enrollment trends, CRM data, and recruitment metrics Strong presentation and communication skills — confident speaking to groups, writing professional correspondence, and representing the school publicly Ability to work independently and collaboratively — comfortable taking initiative while functioning as part of a team Adaptability and problem-solving ability — able to navigate changing travel demands, shifting enrollment needs, and unexpected challenges Technological proficiency — strong command of Microsoft Office, CRM systems, virtual meeting platforms, and digital communication tools

PHYSICAL ABILITIES

Ability to sit, stand, and move between campus buildings for extended periods. Frequent use of computers, phones, and digital communication tools. Capacity to lift and transport materials up to 25 lbs. Ability to travel by car to local events for recruitment purposes, extended periods of walking, and carrying materials during any travel.

ADDITIONAL REQUISITES

(In addition to the qualifications noted on the job description, all employees are expected to abide by the following expectations): Ability to interact with the community of the Order of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University/College of Saint Benedict. Project a positive image of service, which represents the mission of Saint John's Prep. The ability to maintain a high level of competence. Prudent judgment and confidentiality are expected of all employees. Help create and foster a positive, respectful, and inclusive work environment. Each employee's personal safety and health are of primary importance in our operation. Therefore, each employee has the responsibility to prevent accidents and injuries. In addition, the Order of Saint Benedict and its employees have the responsibility to comply with Federal, State, and departmental regulations related to safety and health.

To Apply:

Applications are accepted online at: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/osb Candidates are asked to complete the application form and submit a cover letter and resume. If you require an accommodation to participate in the OSB hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (320) 363-2874. It is the policy of OSB to conduct a pre-employment background check. An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check. Order of Saint Benedict is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$45,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

403(b) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person