Director of Admissions

Charter-College-1; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Charter College in Vancouver, WA, seeks a Director of Admissions to manage daily operations, supervise Admissions Representatives, and drive strategic planning to meet department goals. The role emphasizes training, coaching, and data-driven decision making under the VP of Admissions.

The DOA will ensure policy adherence, lead lead-generation campaigns, and align staff to support student graduation success. In-person position with a strong emphasis on leadership and process excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience managing remote employees.
• 10 years minimum combined work experience in business, customer service, education, or sales management that includes a minimum of 5 years in management positions.
• Experience in managing teams with varied responsibilities preferred.
• Highly proficient computer skills.
• Demonstrated effective analytical skills and goal setting.
• Proven results in achieving company objectives and goals.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Admissions Department and supervise Admissions Representatives.
• Lead training and coaching for admissions staff.
• Analyze department data to inform strategic plans and meet admissions goals.
• Develop campus-generated lead campaigns and monitor market competition.
• Participate in College meetings and committees as approved by the VP of Admissions.
• Ensure adherence to accreditation guidelines and admissions policies.

Skills

Leadership

Remote management

Analytical skills

Goal setting

Sales management

Team management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Director of Admissions (Full Time)

The Director of Admissions (DOA) manages the day-to-day operations of the Admissions Department and is the direct supervisor for all Admissions Representatives (AR) personnel. His/her time will focus on daily operations, training, coaching, and mentoring. Additionally, time will be invested in data analysis for proper strategic planning to meet assigned admissions department goals. Therefore, the Director of Admissions must possess strong leadership, management, and interpersonal skills; as well as the ability to effectively train and coach the admissions team.

Responsible for the overall success of the Admissions Department, the Director of Admissions will ensure that admissions policies and procedures are followed. Furthermore, the Director of Admissions will align the admissions team for student graduation success.

This is a full-time position that reports to the Vice President of Admissions.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Director of Admissions will be responsible, but not limited to, the duties and tasks listed below:

• Report to the Vice President of Admissions for issues related to the overall operation of the department.
• Adhere strictly to accrediting agency and U.S. Department of Education guidelines for proprietary school admissions.
• Follow all policies and procedures outlined in all Admissions manuals and established by the campus and/or company.
• Manage the daily operations of the Department of Admissions in an effort to meet or exceed admissions department goals.
• Provide direct supervision for Admissions Representatives.
• Ensure that best practices are implemented, and that policies and procedures are followed.
• Provide weekly individual and team on-campus training/coaching within the department.
• Verify that all admissions personnel are properly trained and take steps to improve the levels of proficiency; retrain as needed.
• Manage scheduled weekly admissions meetings, daily briefs, and timely completion of required evaluations of all assigned staff.
• Analyze weekly and module department reports setting a strategic plan for the admissions department.
• Conduct weekly lock-in meetings with the department.
• Ensure that the morale of the admissions department is positive and take necessary steps to maintain a high level of enthusiasm and energy.
• Communicate goals and the needs of the admissions department to the Vice President of Admissions.
• Develop and drive campus-generated lead campaigns.
• Develop and maintain an understanding of the market and all competitive forces.
• Participate in College meetings and committees as approved by the Vice President of Admissions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience managing remote employees.
• 10 years minimum combined work experience in business, customer service, education, or sales management that includes a minimum of 5 years in management positions.
• Experience in managing teams with varied responsibilities preferred.
• Highly proficient computer skills.
• Demonstrated effective analytical skills and goal setting.
• Proven results in achieving company objectives and goals.

Compensation:

• Salaried - Exempt Full-time position.
• Annual starting wage: $75,000-95,000.

Benefits:

• 401(k).
• Dental insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee discount.
• Flexible spending account.
• Health insurance.
• Health savings account.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Parental leave.
• Professional development assistance.
• Referral program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Vision insurance.

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift.
• Monday to Friday.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required).

1Experience:

• Sales Management: 3 years (Required).
• Meeting sales quotas: 3 years (Required).
• Sales associate management: 3 years (Required).
• Director of Admissions: 2 years (Required).
• Admissions for Education (2 years).

Work Location:

In person Vancouver, WA 98683

We are committed to diversity. Charter College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.