Campus Director

Avenue Five Institute; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Avenue Five Institute is seeking an experienced Campus Director to lead our Austin campus. You will drive overall campus success, foster academic and professional excellence, and manage day-to-day operations in a fast-paced cosmetology education environment.

The ideal candidate has a proven track record of leading both students and staff, strong budgeting skills, and a passion for student success. This on-site leadership role requires relocation to the campus location to shape the future of our

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in a career school or similar setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with conflict-resolution abilities.
• Experience managing budgets and achieving operational goals.
• Willingness to relocate for the role.

Responsibilities

• Student Management: Foster a positive and supportive learning environment; conduct weekly student assemblies; resolve conflicts; oversee student conduct and discipline.
• Staff Management: Lead and motivate instructors and administrative staff; conduct regular meetings; evaluate performance; manage schedules; participate in hiring.
• Administrative Duties: Ensure compliance with state and national regulatory requirements; manage campus inventory; approve payroll; handle escalated concerns from students, parents, and clients.
• Campus Operations: Maintain a clean, safe, and professional campus environment; oversee maintenance of the space and equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Communication

Budget management

Job description

Are you ready to lead a team at an award-winning national cosmetology school?

Avenue Five Institute is gearing up for its next phase of growth, and we are seeking an experienced and dynamic Campus Director to join our team. We are looking for a passionate leader to help build the foundation for our expansion, manage campus operations, and shape the future of our students. If you are ready to make a foundational impact in the beauty education industry, we want to hear from you.

Position Overview

The Campus Director is the operational leader of the campus, responsible for driving its overall success. This includes fostering a culture of academic and professional excellence, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations, and achieving key campus goals. The ideal candidate will be a strong manager with a proven track record of leading both students and staff in a fast-paced career school environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Student Management:Foster a positive and supportive learning environment. Conduct weekly student assemblies, resolve conflicts, and oversee student conduct and discipline.
• Staff Management:Lead and motivate a team of instructors and administrative staff. Conduct regular meetings, evaluate performance, manage schedules, and participate in the hiring process.
• Administrative Duties:Ensure compliance with all state and national regulatory requirements. Manage campus inventory, approve payroll, and handle escalated concerns from students, parents, and clients.
• Campus Operations:Maintain a clean, safe, and professional campus environment. Oversee the maintenance of the physical space and equipment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a leadership role at a career school, preferably in the cosmetology industry.
• Strong understanding of trade school regulations; familiarity with NACCAS regulations is a plus.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and meet operational goals.
• A passion for the beauty industry and a commitment to student success.
• Candidates must be open to relocation.

Avenue Five Institute is an equal opportunity employer.