Associate Admissions Director jobs in Lompoc, CA

Midland School, a distinctive co-educational boarding school for grades 9-12, is located on a 2,860-acre ranch at the edge of the Los Padres National Forest. Midland has been a leader of place-based and experiential college preparatory education since 1932. Everything we do—from our cell-phone-free campus, to the rigorous place-based courses we choose to teach, to our student-led jobs program, and our 10-acre farm— is anchored in an intentional competency-based curriculum that aims to develop the next generation of responsible, compassionate, and resilient young leaders and stewards.

If you have Admissions experience and are looking for the perfect position that allows you flexibility and the opportunity to work in a professional but fun environment, we need you. The position is primarily responsible for supporting tasks under direction from the Director of Admissions & Advancement. The Admissions Associate will be involved in all aspects of admissions and will work closely with the team to execute successful marketing and enrollment of the school.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist Director of Admission and Advancement with student recruitment including domestic travel, campus tours, online events, and application reviews
• Manage prospective student tour and shadow schedules and necessary follow up
• Assist in growing enrollment by creating, fostering, and maintaining relationships with prospective and current families
• Collaborate on Admissions and Advancement Office needs
• Supervise students in a residential setting (Faculty of the Day duties, plan = weekday: Monday - Thursday)
• Host dinner table 4 nights per week (family welcome)
• Active and positive participation in school activities
• Assist with event logistics - from creating invite lists, sending mailed and emailed invitations to appropriate constituent lists, RSVPs to pre-event planning and day of event set-up and coordination
• Occasional evening/weekend work (Thanksgiving is a must)
• Additional duties as needed to effectively operate the school

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher

Additional Desired Experience

• Knowledge of data entry, databases and/or experience in Admissions
• Co-curricular program design experience
• Experience working in a mission-focused environment
• Other diverse skills and interests to share with our community
• Excellent computer skills using Microsoft Office Suite with demonstrated proficiency in Excel and Word or Google Suite
• Highly organized and able to effectively manage time
• Enthusiasm for working with teenagers
• Strong administrative and customer service skills
• Attention to detail, problem-solving and strong analytical skills
• Desire to be a part of a team but also ability to work independently
• Ability to manage multiple projects and communicate clearly and effectively
• Outstanding verbal & written communication skills
• Sense of humor and friendly demeanor
• Successful passing criminal background & driving tests
• Health clearance for TB screening

Additional Desired Experience

• Knowledge of data entry, databases and/or experience in Admissions
• Co-curricular program design experience
• Experience working in a mission-focused environment
• Other diverse skills and interests to share with our community

Work at Midland

This position is open until filled. The start date is July 2025.

Applicants should first carefully review the minimum qualifications and the to learn more about our school. If interested, submit the following as a single PDF file titled "lastname_firstname_Mid_Adm_Asst" to Cierra Rickman, Director of Admission & Advancement at crickman@midland-school.org Only complete applications will be considered.

• Cover letter that specifically addresses the alignment of your experience and interests with the qualifications and desired experience specifically outlined above and Midland School’s mission
• Current resume

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• List of 3-5 references

Diversity Statement (does not change)

Midland School is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks diversity among our employees.

**Salary depends on relevant experience. Benefits include housing, retirement, medical, life/ADD, and disability.

Contact: crickman@midland-school.org

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $62,000.00 - $77,000.00 per year

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evenings as needed
• Monday to Friday
• Nights as needed
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person