Enrollment Specialist

Diocese of Corpus Christi; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Academy in Corpus Christi, Texas seeks a warm Enrollment Specialist to be the first face and ongoing guide for every family exploring our Catholic elementary school.

You will lead enrollment from inquiry to first day, conduct tours, organize open houses, and manage communications with families. Collaborate with parish partners to tell the school story and support recruitment efforts.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and multitasking.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• Comfort with social media and Canva for outreach.
• Experience in enrollment, admissions, sales, or marketing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead point of contact for families interested in enrolling.
• Guide families through inquiry, tour, application, registration, and financial aid processes.
• Lead school tours, open houses, and recruitment events.
• Develop and execute an annual marketing and enrollment plan.
• Represent the school at meetings, parish events, and community gatherings.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization

Bilingual English/Spanish

Social media familiarity

Canva

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Student information system (SIS)

CRM

Job description

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Academy in Corpus Christi, Texas, seeks a warm, outgoing Enrollment Specialist to be the first face and ongoing guide for every family exploring our school. This person leads our enrollment efforts from the first inquiry through the first day of school, and tells the story of our Catholic elementary school in the parish and the wider community.Ministerial Character:The Diocesan Bishop is the visible principle and foundation of unity in the particular Church (“the Diocese”) entrusted to him. In a unique and visible way, he makes Christ's mission present and enduring as the Shepherd of the Christian Community. In order to fulfill his mission, the Diocesan Bishop employs suitable, chosen collaborators, who are clerics, religious, and lay people. He shares with them the apostolic mission and entrusts various responsibilities to them.Each position employed in the Diocese of Corpus Christi helps to extend the ministry of the Diocesan Bishop in particular ways as outlined in the job duties and responsibilities. Therefore, this position is closely connected to and assists the Diocesan Bishop in the performance of his ministry and thereby engages in ministry for the church.Responsibilities:Family Support and Enrollment ManagementServe as the lead point of contact for families interested in enrolling, answering inquiries by phone, email, and in personGuide families through the full process: inquiry, tour, application, registration, tuition and financial aid information, and welcome to the schoolFollow up promptly and personally with every prospective family, and maintain a consistent communication scheduleSupport re-enrollment of current families each yearTours and EventsLead school tours that showcase our faith, academics, and communityPlan, organize, and host open houses and other recruitment eventsMarketing and OutreachDevelop and carry out an annual marketing and enrollment plan in partnership with the principalCreate and schedule engaging social media posts that share school news, student life, and upcoming eventsRepresent the school at parent meetings, parish events, and community gatheringsBuild relationships with the pastor, parish staff and parish groupsPrepare brochures, flyers, bulletin announcements, newsletters, and web contentCollect family testimonials, photos, and stories, following school photo-release policiesOther DutiesCollaborate with the principal, office staff, and teachers to keep messaging consistentPerform other duties as assigned by the principalMental/Physical Demands:Ability to carry, pull, push, lift, or move objects 10 pounds or moreAbility to maintain composure under duress; maintain emotional control under stressAbility to maintain confidentialityOrganization Improvement and Morale:Demonstrates a professional attitude as a member of diocesan staffMaintains confidentiality in matters of assigned department and the dioceseServes as a representative of the diocese displaying courtesy, tact, positivity, and discretion in all interactions with colleagues and community servedCarries out commitments made to diocesan colleagues and community servedEmploys professional ethics in relationships with diocesan colleagues and community servedPositively contributes to the overall mission and values of the Diocese of Corpus Christi to promote a positive organizational cultureMinimum Qualifications:High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience preferredPracticing Catholic in good standing, with a commitment to the mission of Catholic educationExcellent verbal and written communication skillsStrong computer skills: Microsoft Office or Google Workspace, email, and database or student information systemsComfort with social media platforms and basic graphic design tools such as CanvaStrong organization, follow-through, and ability to manage several tasks at onceAbility to speak confidently to groups and to build rapport with people of all backgroundsValid Texas driver's licenseMust be 21 years of age or olderBilingual in English and Spanish preferredExperience in enrollment, admissions, sales, customer service, marketing, or school or parish work preferredFamiliarity with the local Catholic parish community preferreAdditional Qualifications:A genuine relationship-builder: friendly, warm, enthusiastic, and approachablePositive, professional, and welcoming to every familySelf-motivated and creative, with the initiative to work independentlyDependable, discreet with family information, and a team playerGenuine joy in sharing the story of our schoolTo be considered for employment with the Diocese of Corpus Christi locations, all interested individuals must complete the online application at https://diocesecc.org/human-resources.