Website St. Francis Xavier Catholic School Brunswick, Georgia
Company Description: St. Francis Xavier Catholic School is a Preschool (3-year-olds) through 8th-grade school rooted in Catholic values and a tradition of academic excellence. The school is dedicated to educating the whole child, supporting intellectual growth, strong character development, compassionate service, and lifelong learning. The community provides a supportive environment centered on faith, virtue, and high academic expectations. While the mission is guided by the Catholic faith, families of all backgrounds who value a caring, values-based educational setting are welcomed and encouraged to participate fully in school life.
Reports To: Director of Advancement and the Principal
Employment Status: Full-Time, 12 Months
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree in related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience in admissions, enrollment management, marketing, communications, or advancement preferred.
• Self-motivated
• Detail-oriented, organized, and timely
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with staff, volunteers, donors, and the public
• Energetic and enthusiastic individual with a customer service and marketing orientation who is accessible, approachable, and has a good sense of humor
• Strong interpersonal skills and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities.
• Ability to analyze enrollment data and develop strategic action plans.
• Proficiency in field-related software and programs (i.e., Microsoft applications, Google, FACTS, etc.) preferred
• Pass background check
• Complete VIRTUS training
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Complies with policies and procedures established by the Diocese of Savannah in accordance with the philosophy of Catholic Education
• Has an overall knowledge of the school’s mission and can relate specific expertise to these goals
• Reflects in personal and professional life a commitment to Gospel values and their Christian tradition
• Accepts and supports Faith Community not simply as a concept to be taught, but as a reality to be lived in worship, service and interpersonal relationships
• Is punctual in attendance and in the performance of regular duties
• Dresses in a professional manner
• Creates and implements a strategic plan for admissions, including but not limited to:
o Marketing and advertising (print, television, radio, social media, etc.)
o Create digital and print marketing and admissions materials
o Prospective parent programs/events (info sessions, tours, shadow days, etc.)
o Parent/Student ambassador programs
o Admissions/placement exams
o Application process from inquiry to enrollment
• Develop and implement a comprehensive 12-month admissions strategy to achieve annual enrollment goals.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all prospective families.
• Respond to all inquiries within one business day.
• Develop and implement a prospective family communication plan that provides a minimum of seven personalized touchpoints throughout the admissions process to build relationships, nurture engagement, and increase inquiry-to-enrollment conversion.
• Conduct personalized campus tours that highlight the school’s mission, academics, faith formation, and community.
• Guide families through the entire enrollment process using FACTS SIS and Enrollment.
• Maintain accurate admissions records and inquiry pipeline.
• Coordinate admissions events including:
o Open Houses
o Shadow Days
o Kindergarten Round-Up
o Preschool Preview Days
o New Family Welcome Events
• Partner with the Principal to evaluate enrollment trends and establish annual goals.
• Coordinate new student onboarding and orientation.
• Maintain a consistent social media presence showcasing school life.
• Coordinate photography, videos, testimonials, and promotional materials.
• Manage the school’s website admissions content.
• Develop targeted campaigns for preschool, elementary, and middle school recruitment.
• Build relationships with parish communities, preschools, realtors, local businesses, and civic organizations.
• Represent the school at community events, parish events, and local organizations.
• Build partnerships with local businesses and organizations.
• Coordinate ambassador and parent referral programs.
• Assist Advancement with fundraising and stewardship events.
• Monitor and analyze admissions pipeline metrics, including inquiry sources, tour conversions, applications, enrollment, and retention.
• Maintain an accurate admissions dashboard and provide monthly enrollment reports with trends and recommendations to the Principal.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Refer to annual compensation worksheet.
EVALUATION: The performance of this position will be evaluated annually by the principal.
To apply for this job email your details to advancement@sfxcs.org