Operations and Admissions Manager

Society of Christian Schools in BC; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 67,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Christian School is seeking an Operations and Admissions Manager to oversee daily operations and manage the admissions process. The ideal candidate will have a strong organizational background, excellent communication skills, and experience in a school environment, embodying Christian values.

Qualifications

• Experience in operations, admissions, or project management preferred.
• Must complete a satisfactory Criminal Record Search.
• Mature Christian faith aligned with school values.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate all non-academic operational areas of the school.
• Lead and coordinate the K–12 admissions process, ensuring positive engagement.
• Promote collaboration and manage vendor relationships.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Project Management

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Post-secondary education

Job description

Employment Type: full-time

Compensation Range: $67,000 – $80,000

Start Date: TBD
Reports to: Superintendent
Salary Range: $67,000 – $80,000

Vancouver Christian School (VCS) is a vibrant and growing K–12 school located in East Vancouver. With over 940 students and 140 staff, VCS is a Christ-centred community where staff and families partner together to equip students for a life of faithful service. We are passionate about learning and guided by a vision to nurture thriving learners, grounded in Christ, transforming the world.

About the Role

The Operations and Admissions Manager plays a key leadership role at VCS, overseeing daily operations and managing our K–12 admissions process with excellence, care, and professionalism. This position supports the work of the Superintendent by ensuring that systems and processes run smoothly, school policies are well-implemented, and that new families have a welcoming and efficient admissions experience.

This is a full-time position, working on-site at the school, that involves working closely with school leadership, administrative staff, contractors, and external partners. There will be the occasional requirement to work evenings and weekends to support school events and attend to any urgent situations affecting the smooth operation of our school.

We offer a competitive compensation package and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a dedicated group of people who have a passion for Christian education. For a more detailed job description, please click here .

Key Responsibilities

Operations Leadership

• Your attention to detail, superior organizational skills and effective project management capabilities will enable you to effectively oversee and coordinate all non-academic operational areas of the school, including facilities, transportation, health and safety, and emergency procedures, to ensure the school is able to provide a safe and well-functioning environment that supports a positive educational experience for our staff and students.
• Your excellent communication and interpersonal skills will allow you to successfully lead a team of dedicated staff, promote collaboration and communication across departments, and effectively manage service contracts and vendor relationships to support the smooth operations of the school.

Admissions Management

• Your welcoming and responsive engagement with families will enable you to successfully lead and coordinate the K–12 admissions process, including application tracking and reporting, tours, interviews, and enrollment, ensuring a positive, professional experience for all prospective families that reflects our values, culture and mission.
• Working collaboratively with Principals and other staff, you will ensure admissions processes and decisions align with the school’s mission, values, policy and enrollment targets.

Qualifications and Requirements

• To be successful in this position, ideally you will have a post-secondary education and/or relevant professional experience in operations, admissions, or project management.
• Due to the nature of this role within a school environment, you will be required to return a satisfactory Criminal Record Search.
• As this role is a key contributor in supporting the mission and vision of Vancouver Christian School, you will have a mature Christian faith that embodies the values of our school.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates are invited to apply with a cover letter and résumé detailing your relevant experiences; the position will be open until filled.

Please apply directly via theVCS Careers page . While we appreciate your interest in Vancouver Christian School, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.