Posted: 14-Nov-25
Location: WASHINGTON, D.C.
Type: Full Time
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Lowell School, a progressive school serving approximately 300 students in NW Washington, DC, seeks a full-time, dynamic, innovative, and experienced Enrollment Operations Associate. This position provides critical clerical support to the Enrollment Team and is responsible for the integrity of all student-record data in the admissions office.
The ideal candidate has experience in a school setting, possesses strong written and verbal communication skills, and demonstrates effective interpersonal skills. The Enrollment Associate must be highly organized and have a high attention to detail. The Enrollment Associate must also demonstrate an ability to problem-solve independently and must possess a strong sense of initiative and self-direction.
The Enrollment Operations Associate reports to the Director of Enrollment Management as an integral member of the Enrollment Team.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Strong organizational skills and a high degree of attention to detail and follow-through
- Self-motivated and able to work and problem-solve independently
- Demonstrated ability to adhere to deadlines in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Committed to multicultural competence and the advancement of initiatives related to diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and social justice
- Strong interpersonal skills with adults and children ages 2-14
- The ability to work late nights and on weekends
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative support to the Enrollment Office
- Assist in planning and executing Enrollment Office events
- Maintain the accuracy and integrity of online and hard-copy documents
- Process and organize all admission applications and supporting materials
- Schedule and track student visits as well as family in-person and virtual event attendance
- Generate weekly and monthly reports regarding inquiries/applications and event attendance
- Prepare newly enrolled student transition materials for teachers
- Track and maintain the inventory for department promotional and printed materials
- Assist in organizing and participating in recruitment events, such as fairs, information sessions, and other events
- Lead tours, as needed
- Interview prospective students/families, as needed
- Complete Lowell duties as assigned by the duties coordinator
- Complete other tasks as requested by the Director of Enrollment Management
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Experience with Google Workplace and Microsoft Office
- Professional experience in an office setting, ideally a school or educational institution
Preferred Experience
- Experience in independent school or college admissions preferred
- Experience with financial aid processes and procedures preferred but not required
- Experience with SIS databases and admissions-specific programs strongly preferred (Ravenna, TADS, Blackbaud)
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
- Must be able to traverse school facilities and lead students to safety in the event of an emergency.
- Long periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Candidates interested in applying should email a cover letter, resume, and 2 to 3 letters of reference to Tanya Espy-Disparti, Director of Enrollment Management, at employment@lowellschool.org. Please include the position title in the subject line.
The Expected Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000
Lowell School offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Lowell is an equal opportunity employer. Lowell complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform a certain duty of the job.