School Office Manager - St. Matthias The Apostle - Lanham Maryland

Archdiocese of Washington

  • Lanham, MD
  • 30+ days ago
  • $19–$22 Per Hour

Highlights

Matthias the Apostle is seeking a highly organized, mission-driven School Office Manager to oversee front office operations, financial processes, and family engagement systems. This role serves as a key liaison between the school, families, and the Archdiocese, ensuring that all operations reflect excellence, professionalism, and Catholic values.

Numbers & Facts

LocationLanham, MD
Salary$19–$22 Per Hour

Description

The Academy of St. Matthias the Apostle is seeking a highly organized, mission-driven School Office Manager to oversee front office operations, financial processes, and family engagement systems. This role serves as a key liaison between the school, families, and the Archdiocese, ensuring that all operations reflect excellence, professionalism, and Catholic values.

The ideal candidate brings a strong accounting background, attention to detail, and the ability to support families with clarity, compassion, and discretion.

The hourly rate for this role is $19.00 to $22.00 with excellent benefits

Oversee daily operations of the school office

  • Manage calendars, scheduling, and school-wide communications
  • Coordinate meetings, events, and vendor relationships
  • Maintain organized systems for records, files, and compliance

Financial Management & Accounting (KEY PRIORITY)

  • Manage tuition accounts and support families using FACTS
  • Monitor billing, payments, and financial records
  • Serve as liaison to bookkeeper and Archdiocesan financial offices
  • Assist with payroll processes and reporting
  • Support financial aid tracking, scholarships, and account adjustments
  • Communicate professionally with families regarding tuition and balances

Support & Engagement

  • Serve as a welcoming and professional point of contact for families
  • Assist families with enrollment, re-enrollment, and financial processes
  • Provide clear, compassionate communication regarding school policies
  • Maintain confidentiality while supporting sensitive family situations

Administrative & HR Support

  • Assist with onboarding, compliance, and staff documentation
  • Support Safe Environment and Child Protection processes
  • Coordinate volunteers and service hour tracking
  • Support leadership projects and school initiatives

Qualifications

Required:

  • Strong accounting or financial management experience
  • Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)

Preferred:

  • Experience with FACTS SIS/Financial or similar systems
  • Experience working in a school or family-centered environment
  • Bilingual (Spanish preferred)

Core Competencies

Professionalism and discretion

Problem-solving and initiative taker

Strong customer service mindset

Alignment with Catholic mission and values

Please forward your resume to: principal@st.matthias.org

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