Admissions Assistant - Part Time (Maximum 200 hours)
Admissions Season: August 2026 through December 2026; as needed in Spring 2027
Scheduled Hours: Up to 10 per week during season; maximum 22 hours per week as needed
Hourly Pay: Up to $35 - $38 per hour maximum DOE
Location: On Campus in Admissions Office
Bishop O’Dowd Mission
Bishop O’Dowd High School is a Catholic college-preparatory community, guided by the teachings of Jesus Christ, that educates its diverse student body to build a more just, joyful and sustainable world.
Admissions Assistant Position Overview
The Bishop O’Dowd High School Admissions team is seeking a part time seasonal admissions assistant for the 2026 - 2027 school year. This role supports the Admissions Office in welcoming prospective students and families to the O’Dowd community. The ideal candidate is personable, organized, and a committed ambassador to the school.
Admissions Assistant Key Responsibilities
Campus tour guide
lead engaging tours for prospective students and their families.
Represent the school’s mission, values, and culture with enthusiasm and professionalism
Student - Family Matching
Connect prospective families with current O’Dowd students who share similar interests, backgrounds, or academic goals
Facilitate meaningful conversations to help families make informed enrollment decisions
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Volunteer Sign Up Genius
Assist with office preparation ahead of large scale admissions events and school visits.
Help with materials, logistics, and greeting prospective families on event days
Staff Coverage
Fill in for admissions office staff during absences, ensuring uninterrupted service for prospective families and smooth office operations
Minimum Required Qualifications
Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage positively with prospective students, families, staff, and visitors.
Demonstrated customer service experience and the ability to represent Bishop O’Dowd High School in a welcoming and professional manner.
Ability to speak confidently in front of small groups and lead campus tours effectively.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, schedules, and event-related responsibilities.
Ability to work independently, exercise good judgment, and maintain confidentiality when appropriate.
Basic proficiency with Google Workspace (Google Docs, Sheets, Gmail, Calendar) and willingness to learn scheduling or volunteer coordination platforms such as Sign-Up Genius.
Dependable, punctual, and flexible with scheduling needs, including occasional evening or weekend admissions events.
Ability to walk throughout campus for extended periods during tours and events.
Ability to lift and carry materials up to 25 lbs. as needed for admissions events or office support.
Commitment to supporting the mission, values, and Catholic identity of Bishop O’Dowd High School.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Additionally, all personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, salary requirements and three references through our recruitment portal.
Pre-employment background screening is required for all positions.
For more information on Bishop O’Dowd High School, please see our website at: http://bishopodowd.org.
Bishop O’Dowd High School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment policies and procedures. It follows the Diocese of Oakland's policies prohibiting illegal harassment, retaliation or discrimination. However, as a Roman Catholic high school with a stated mission, goals and objectives that clearly reflect the teachings and educational philosophy of the Diocese of Oakland, Bishop O’Dowd High School reserves the right to require all current and prospective employees to commit to carry out their duties and responsibilities in a manner that clearly and unconditionally demonstrates support of and respect for the school’s mission and Catholic identity. Persons who in good conscience are unable to agree to this commitment should not seek or accept employment at Bishop O’Dowd High School.
As a faith-based institution, we reserve the right to use religion as a criterion in hiring decisions, as permitted by law, as it relates to performing essential job duties.