Campus President-New Campus

Southeastern College; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Southeastern College is seeking a Campus President to lead operations, financial performance, and student success across the campus. You will build high-performing teams and strengthen the college's local presence while delivering growth and quality education.

In this role, you will oversee admissions, financial aid, academics, student services, and community partnerships, drive budgeting and strategic planning, and ensure compliance with accreditation standards and institutional policies.

Qualifications

• Experience leading campus operations in higher education.
• Ability to manage budgeting, profitability, and planning.
• Knowledge of accreditation, policies, and audits.
• Experience coaching and developing staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily campus operations across key departments to ensure strong outcomes.
• Manage the campus budget, purchasing, and resource allocation.
• Oversee facilities, technology, supplies, and billing.
• Ensure compliance with college policies and accreditation requirements.
• Lead hiring, coaching, performance management, and staff development.
• Oversee payroll approvals and reporting to senior leadership.
• Monitor admissions, enrollment, and student success metrics.
• Develop and maintain community partnerships and advisory boards.

Skills

Campus leadership

Budget management

Operations oversight

Student success focus

Community partnerships

Job description

REPORT TO: Executive Director

FLSA: Exempt

OVERVIEW:

Join Southern College as we expand across South Florida and South Carolina. We are seeking dynamic, results-driven leaders who are passionate about education, student success, and campus growth. As a Campus President, you will play a key role in leading operations, building high-performing teams, and making a lasting impact in the communities we serve. If you are ready to lead with purpose, drive meaningful growth, and help shape the future of higher education, we encourage you to apply and explore this exciting leadership opportunity.

BUSINESS CONTRIBUTION:

The Campus President leads campus operations, financial performance, student experience, and community engagement while strengthening Southwestern College's local presence and results.

• Lead campus operations and accountability across key departments
• Manage budget performance, profitability, and business goals
• Support educational quality, student success, and community partnerships
• Lead a cross-functional team that may include Admissions, Financial Aid, Academics, Student Services, Continuing Education, Bursar, and Book Store leaders

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Manage and Oversee the Campus:

Lead daily campus operations across admissions, financial aid, bursar, academics, registrar, and student services to support strong outcomes and service.

Manage the campus budget, profitability, purchasing, and resource allocation.

Manage Facility/Logistics:

Oversee facilities, technology, equipment, supplies, purchasing, and billing to support efficient daily operations.

Enforce Policy/Regulations:

Ensure compliance with college policies, regulations, licensing, accreditation, and audit requirements.

Manage Human Resources:

Lead hiring, coaching, performance management, employee relations, and key HR decisions in partnership with senior leadership.

Oversee and Approve Payroll:

Oversee payroll approvals to support accuracy and timely processing.

Review Campus Metrics and Report Upward:

Track campus performance, manage to plan, and provide key updates and reporting to senior leadership.

Monitor and Review Campus Processes:

• Oversee admissions, enrollment, and student status processes
• Monitor starts, retention, and student success metrics
• Lead student success and retention efforts

Manage and Develop Staff:

• Develop faculty and staff through coaching, training, and performance feedback
• Build a culture of accountability, collaboration, and results
• Lead meetings, reviews, and one-on-one development with leaders

Develop and Monitor Academic Programs:

• Monitor program quality, outcomes, profitability, and sustainability
• Assess market needs and support new program development
• Partner on approvals, resources, and accreditation requirements

Deal with Student Issues/Concerns:

• Support a positive student experience from orientation through completion
• Address escalated student and parent concerns
• Make final decisions on dismissals and re-entries

Reach Out to the Community:

• Build relationships with community and industry partners
• Represent the campus at local events and business functions
• Engage advisory boards to support program and market alignment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands are those required in a professional office setting: sitting, working on a computer, using a telephone, communicating with coworkers and getting to and from appropriate campuses.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Professional office setting: moderate noise levels and controlled indoor climate.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

LOCATION:

This position is an onsite position located at your campus unless otherwise determined by the Chancellor and/or designee. Any changes must be reviewed by the Campus President and all final approvals must come from the Chancellor and/or designee.

BENEFITS

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid time off