Admissions Admin. Asst. & School Store Mgr.

Salary Range: $23.79 To $27.68 Annually Title: Admissions Administrative Assistant & School Store Manager Department/Location: School Admissions, St. Louis Position Type: Full-time, 12-month Summary The Admissions Administrative Assistant & School Store Manager manages School application and registration-related systems, maintaining and developing the relationship between families and Principia throughout the Admissions application process, monitoring progress, and assisting Associate Directors and families to complete the student’s application for consideration by the Admissions Committee. Provides general expertise, awareness, and oversight regarding candidate and current family custody-related status, issues, and systems documentation. Performs a wide range of administrative duties and office support-related tasks, while demonstrating exceptional skills in the areas of organization, communication, attention to detail, flexibility, and customer service; enjoys the administrative challenges of supporting a team and is capable of interacting with staff (at all levels) in a fast-paced environment, while remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient. Who We Are At our award-winning Early Childhood through grade 12 Principia School in St. Louis, Missouri, and top-ranked Principia College in Elsah, Illinois, Principia faculty and staff make up a close-knit community of educators, coaches, and professionals taking a distinct approach to education—blending academic excellence with Christian Science-based character education. Principia’s team of over 500 employees supports not only Principia School and Principia College, but also a worldwide network of alumni and friends. At Principia School, our core value is LOVE . Love and its attributes underpin our foundational beliefs as well as our educational approach. We focus on developing the whole child—intellectually, physically, mentally, socially, and spiritually, preparing students for the next steps in life. We foster a challenging yet supportive environment where character unfolds naturally, and talent is cultivated through boundless opportunities. Character education plays an essential role in every aspect of the student experience, and classroom work is augmented by character trips, leadership development, and real-world, hands-on, project-based learning. Principia employees are part of an engaging academic community preparing students to be tomorrow’s leaders, thinkers, and changemakers. We strive to create a collaborative and inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong and are valued. Primary Responsibilities Admissions Office Manager Assists applicant families through the admissions cycle Manages the application system, assists applicant families in navigation, problem solves technical issues with logging in and accounts, and ensures integrity of related data in admissions portal and Banner Develops and maintains a high-end user-level of expertise on data systems and related tools such as Banner, Slate, Argos, Blackbaud and Data Transfer systems Collects, maintains, and verifies completeness of legal and custody documentation in accordance with institution policy Leads the planning, preparation, logistics, and execution of all admissions events, including open houses, visit days, receptions, virtual events, and special programs Coordinates cross-campus resources, manages event communications and logistics, and ensures a welcoming, high-quality experience that supports enrollment goals. School Store Manager * Has a dual reporting line to Assistant Head of School – Business & Operations for budget oversight and accountability Oversees daily store operations, including merchandising, sales, inventory, and customer experience Develops, implements, and maintains operational policies to ensure efficiency, consistency, and compliance with Principia guidelines Recruits, trains, schedules, and supervises student workers and parent volunteers, fostering accountability and a safe work environment Manages inventory levels, product selection, and ordering to align with school branding and community needs Oversees point-of-sale processes, cash handling, and daily sales reconciliation Prepares accurate financial reports, monitor revenue trends, and ensures adherence to budgeting and accounting procedures Coordinates store hours and offerings to meet student, faculty, and community needs Partners with the Business Office to ensure proper financial tracking, timely deposits, and policy compliance Core Competencies Principia values the unique strengths each employee brings to their role. The following competencies are especially important for success at Principia: Continuous Learning & Expertise: Demonstrates mastery in your area of responsibility and seeks opportunities for professional growth and development. Accountability & Results Orientation: Manages time and priorities effectively, meets commitments, and consistently delivers high-quality outcomes. Problem Solving & Judgment: Approaches challenges thoughtfully, considers multiple perspectives, and makes sound, timely decisions that support institutional goals. Proactivity & Ownership: Takes initiative, anticipates needs, and drives projects forward with minimal supervision while taking responsibility for outcomes. Excellence & Attention to Detail: Produces accurate, polished, and high-quality work; continuously looks for ways to improve systems, processes, and results. Service Orientation: Builds positive, supportive relationships and responds promptly and professionally to the needs of students, colleagues, and other stakeholders. Collaboration & Collegiality: Works cooperatively across departments and teams; values input from others and contributes to a positive, respectful environment. Communication: Shares information clearly and concisely; listens carefully to others and adjusts communication style for different audiences and situations. Inclusion & Belonging: Demonstrates respect for all people; values diverse perspectives and fosters a culture of inclusion, belonging, and mutual respect. Minimum Qualifications Student of Christian Science preferred Supportive of Principia’s guiding statements as articulated here https://www.principia.edu/about/guiding-statements&nbsp ; Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience Strong computer and database skills, including experience with CRM/database management, data entry, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word), and Adobe InDesign. Ability to learn and maintain high-end user expertise with Slate CRM, SCT Banner software, Blackbaud K-12, Data Transfer, and Argos systems. Model the character traits that Principia students are expected to embody The statements above describe the general nature and level of work but are not a complete list of responsibilities and are subject to change at the discretion of Principia. Compensation and Benefits We offer a competitive starting salary range for this position: $23.79 - $27.68 hourly, commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition to salary, our comprehensive total rewards package includes: Generous Employee Tuition Discount: Enjoy a 90% discount on tuition (pro-rated for part-time staff) for your eligible children enrolled from Pre-K3 through College (infant and acorn programs excluded). Relocation: Principia provides a relocation reimbursement of up to 12% of your annual salary, when moving from outside a radius of more than 50 miles. Professional Development: Access to learning opportunities, training programs, and career growth support. Comprehensive Benefits : Learn more about all our benefits here , including comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, paid time off, a 403(b) retirement plan with Principia matching, and more. Equal Opportunity Principia, a mission-driven institution, believes every person has the right to an equitable and respectful educational environment and workplace. Principia does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender (identity or expression), sexual orientation, family status, disability, age, or military or veteran status. In hiring, admissions, and related decisions, Principia—as an institution with a religious mission—gives preference, where appropriate, to Christian Scientists.