Admissions and Enrollment Assistant

San Diego Jewish Academy San Diego CA

San Diego Jewish Academy (SDJA) is seeking a highly organized detail-oriented and service-focused Admissions & Enrollment Assistant to support our Admissions team throughout the student recruitment and enrollment journey. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships managing multiple priorities and creating exceptional experiences for prospective families from their first inquiry through enrollment.

As one of the first points of contact for prospective families you will play an important role in representing SDJAs welcoming community while ensuring a seamless admissions process through outstanding communication organization and administrative support.

• Enter and maintain accurate prospective student information in the admissions tracking system and enrollment database.
• Process student applications and guide applicants through each stage of the admissions and enrollment process.
• Monitor and respond promptly to inquiries received through the Admissions email inbox ensuring timely professional communication.
• Send personalized follow-up communications to prospective families after campus tours and admissions events.
• Coordinate and prepare materials for campus tours and admissions visits.
• Schedule interviews between prospective families and Upper School administrators and faculty.
• Process international student visa documentation and coordinate required paperwork.
• Coordinate student onboarding with the Business Office to transition accepted applicants into enrolled students.
• Process security clearances and background screening requirements while coordinating with the appropriate internal teams.
• Update admissions communications templates and email campaigns to align with current marketing initiatives and branding.
• Assist with admissions events recruitment activities and enrollment initiatives.
• Brainstorm and contribute ideas for new admissions projects process improvements and department initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records reports and documentation while ensuring data integrity across admissions systems.
• Provide exceptional customer service to prospective families students and community partners throughout the admissions process.

• Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Strong customer service mindset with a warm welcoming and professional demeanor.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience learning new software systems quickly; experience with admissions or CRM platforms is preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Collaborative team player who is proactive adaptable and solutions-oriented.
• Experience working in admissions education customer service or administrative support is preferred.

At San Diego Jewish Academy we believe every family deserves an exceptional admissions experience that reflects the warmth and excellence of our community. Youll join a collaborative team dedicated to helping students and families discover a place where they can learn grow and thrive.

If youre passionate about organization relationship-building and making a meaningful impact on students educational journeys wed love to hear from you.

Required Experience:

Junior IC