Marketing & Admissions Associate

About Us:

Santa Clara High School is a small, close-knit Catholic high school committed to providing an excellent education rooted in FAITH, FAMILY and TRADITION. We are seeking a dynamic and creative Marketing and Admissions Associate to join our team, responsible for overseeing our marketing strategies across various platforms, admissions and public relations.

Position Overview:
The Marketing and Admissions Associate will play a key role in promoting the school’s mission, programs, and events. This individual will be responsible for developing and executing marketing campaigns, maintaining the school’s digital presence, and creating print and digital advertisements that resonate with prospective students, parents, and the community. They will be responsible for admissions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute social media campaigns across platforms
• Monitor social media trends and engage with followers to foster community interaction
• Analyze social media metrics and adjust strategies to improve engagement
• Maintain and update the school’s website to ensure it is informative, user-friendly, and visually appealing
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to ensure the website is up-to-date with news, events, and relevant information
• Improve SEO (Search Engine Optimization) to ensure the website ranks well on search engines
• Design and manage digital ad campaigns (Google Ads, Facebook Ads, etc.) to drive awareness and enrollment
• Create eye-catching print advertisements, brochures, and flyers for school events and recruitment efforts
• Collaborate with external vendors (printers, designers) for production of materials
• Develop and implement an annual marketing plan to drive enrollment and strengthen the school’s brand.
• Track and report on marketing campaign performance using analytics tools
• Assist in the creation of marketing materials, newsletters, and email campaigns
• Lead admissions for student enrollment
• Prospective student and parent engagement
• Develop and maintain relationships with local media outlets
• Represent Santa Clara High School at community events and with external partners
• Plan and execute new student events on campus
• Oversee brand identity, ensuring consistency across all platforms

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
• 3 years of experience in Marketing, Admissions or Public Relations
• Strong knowledge of social media platforms, strategies, and website content management systems
• Proficiency in design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, etc.).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Passion for Catholic education and the mission of the school

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in working within the education sector or a faith-based organization
• Familiarity with marketing and admissions
• Video editing skills for creating engaging content

To Apply:

• Cover Letter
• Current Resume
• 3 References
• Submit via email to Principal Teresa Palmisano at palmisano@santaclarahighschool.com

Wage Range
The rate of pay offered to the selected candidate is based on internal pay policy and budget. New hires are commonly paid at the minimum of the wage range or within the lower part of the range. We consider a number of factors when making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, training and other department needs.