Enrollment Support Specialist- AMIKids Maritime Academy

Position Summary: The mission of the Student Enrollment Coordinator is to ensure the achievement of campus enrollment and student persistence goals by effectively managing the enrollment process. This includes planning and executing targeted recruitment strategies, engaging with the community, and fostering relationships with prospective and current families. The Student Enrollment Coordinator will help build a strong, engaged school community and ensure a seamless onboarding experience for new students and families. The Student Enrollment Coordinator will also participate in all campus, regional and national operating mechanisms.

****This is a temporary contracted part-time position for up to 20 hours per week, expected through 10/31/25****

Compensation:

Compensation for this role is set at an hourly rate ranging between $18.50 for 0 years of experience and $20.00; performance incentives are also available.

Travel and Schedule Expectations:

• Ability to travel up to 75% of the time by car; mileage reimbursement will apply.
• This role follows a rotating, non-traditional schedule, including evenings, weekends, and select holidays, to better serve our communities and families.

Essential Duties:

• Make progress towards achieving campus enrollment targets by FTE Survey 2 week.
• Execute student recruitment strategies, attend community events, and conduct off-site presentations to various organizations.
• Develop/implement school recruitment plan
• Organize and conduct cold calling campaigns, collaborate on recruitment events, and assist parents in completing applications.
• Establish recurring weekly campus tours, send recruitment/follow-up messages, and create bi-weekly recruitment plans.
• Develop a recapture campaign for withdrawn families.
• Ensure rolling enrollment compliance, fill open seats by following the waitlist order, and maintain data integrity throughout the registration and re-registration process.

Additional Skills:

• Student Recruitment and Strategic Outreach: Ability to develop and execute effective recruitment strategies targeting families with school-aged children.
• Community Engagement: Skilled in attending and creating community events, informational fairs, and off-site presentations to promote brand awareness.
• Public Speaking: Comfortable and effective in delivering presentations to various community organizations
• Marketing Campaign Development: Proficiency in creating and executing marketing campaigns to prospective families.
• Effective Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to engage with families through various platforms (calls, texts, emails, social media).
• Customer Service: Exceptional customer service skills to provide a positive experience for potential and current families
• Relationship-Building: Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including families, community organizations, and campus staff.
• Parent Engagement: Skilled in engaging with parents and families to support their children's education and ensure their persistence in the school.
• Event Planning and Coordination: Expertise in planning and coordinating events such as campus tours, orientation sessions, and community engagement activities.
• Time Management: Ability to manage time effectively, especially when working a non-traditional schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and select holidays.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adjust strategies and plans based on progress towards goals and changing circumstances.
• Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills to address issues that arise during the enrollment process and ensure timely resolution.
• Data Entry and Computer Skills: Proficiency in data entry and using computer systems to manage enrollment data and communications.
• Goal-Driven and Data-Oriented: Motivated by achieving targets and using data to inform decisions and strategies.
• Self-Management: Ability to work independently and manage one's own workload and responsibilities.
• Bilingual (Preferred): Proficiency in English and Spanish to communicate effectively with a diverse family population.

Required Qualifications/Experience:

• High School Diploma
• Licenses or Certifications: Valid Driver's License with a clear motor vehicle record
• At least (2) years of experience in sales, recruitment, admissions, or enrollment, preferably within an educational setting.
• Availability between 9:00am-7:00pm Tuesday to Saturday with occasional Sundays and holidays when appropriate

Preferred experience:

• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.
• K-12 education experience
• Bilingual: Proficiency in English and Spanish.

Physical Requirements:

• The ability to sit, stand and walk for long periods of time.
• The ability to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.
• The ability to work in extreme weather.
• Bending, crawling, stooping, standing, vision, lifting, walking.
• Ability to carry up to 50lb

We look for Team and Family who embody the following values and characteristics:

• Kids First
• Family
• Safety
• See www.amikids.org for more information about our values.