Campus Director

Company: Smith Chason College
Location: Ontario
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

JOB TITLE: Campus Director STATUS: Exempt/Salaried REPORTS TO: Senior Vice President of Campus Operations and Strategy PURPOSE The Campus Director (CD) is accountable for maintaining the highest educational and ethical standards and accomplishes this by working closely with students, faculty, and staff. The CD is responsible for developing, advocating, and sustaining an academic and professionally focused culture so students are successful while enrolled in their Program and upon graduation. Campus Directors will use their advanced operations and business management experience to develop their assigned campus’ leadership teams and faculty to be able to provide guidance and support to all students. CDs’ will manage the daily campus activities and assist in planning the strategic short and long-term goals for their assigned campus. The Campus Director is responsible for all campus and student outcomes. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Oversee all aspects of school operations including but not limited to: Develop a culture of communication and accountability for each department. Conduct regular meetings and publish reports with a key focus on outcomes and established OKRs and KPIs Collaborate and communicate on a consistent and frequent basis with Executive Leadership, Regional and Corporate support staff to drive initiatives and desired outcomes Ensure all student issues are resolved promptly and that all staff and faculty provide top notch customer service Maintain a productive and efficient working environment, which includes being able to quickly resolve any staff conflicts or other impediments Coordinate daily activities of various departments to ensure successful student outcomes. The following outcomes are minimum standards for program performance: Student Retention - 70% Graduate Licensure/Registry Rates - 70% Graduate Job Placement - 70% In addition to the above standards, the Campus Director is responsible for each student being placed at an appropriate externship site. This includes following appropriate admissions budgets, and sourcing sites in addition to those found in collaboration with site development when needed. Maintain compliance with ACCSC, applicable State regulatory body, and the Department of Education. Work in partnership with compliance team. Ensure regular campus-wide, departmental, and programmatic trainings are held at scheduled intervals to establish a culture of compliance. Ensure all required accreditation reports and responses are met in a timely manner and that the campus meets all regulatory standards, including being responsible for any site visits and audits Approve all campus spending, keeping in-line with budgetary guidelines. Oversee all expenditures, including careful monitoring and management of payroll expenses, i.e. overtime and supplemental pay. Quickly respond to all payroll issues and regularly analyze fiscal efficiencies Work closely with Director of Healthcare Partnerships and Career Services to increase and monitor available clinical sites as well as employer relationships Develop campus’ reputation through external relationship building by attending community events and other community activities. As the Campus Director, you are the face of Smith Chason and should conduct yourself appropriately Become proficient at speaking with medical professionals in our fields and facilitating development of those programs via curriculum development with the Director of Education and Program Director Work closely with Corporate Staff to carry out business initiatives Identify and develop new growth opportunities and business working with College Administration Work alongside the Human Resource Department, using established procedures, in the new hire process and in the termination process for all campus staff and faculty. Coordinate and oversee recruitment, onboarding, employee performance reviews and training Work to swiftly deescalate student, employee, and vendor issues as they arise Ensure the maintenance of all staff and faculty employee files as required by regulations and laws In overseeing the Director of Education ensure all standards of state and national accreditation are met, classrooms are running smoothly, scheduling is done efficiently, and staffing needs are fulfilled Follow the provided corporate guidelines to review and evaluate all staff and faculty at the campus (or ensure this is done appropriately by those who are delegated the responsibility) Develop a strong and competent TEAM that produces superior students and graduates Oversee all campus events Organize staff and faculty meetings while making a strong effort to implement student feedback Oversight of Program Advisory Committee meetings and implementing received feedback Coordinate with the Campus Business Manager in the supervision of all facilities related services and purchasing agreements with vendors Work with Compliance and Directors of Education to evaluate and publish the campus safety plan. Conduct regular evacuation and safety drills per compliance requirements Additional duties as assigned by Executive Leadership EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS/COMPETENCIES Must be able to reliably work a flexible, on-site schedule as classes are scheduled mornings, evenings, and weekends (campus specific). A minimum of two late nights are required per week, and if applicable to the campus, one to two Saturdays a month are required. Regular and punctual on-campus attendance is expected Bachelor's degree required; Masters preferred A strong background in private postsecondary compliance, management, and accreditation Actively stay up to date on current, proposed, and changing regulations pertaining to the sector Confidently develop, coach, mentor, and lead others to their greatest potential The ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines through strong time management skills Thrive under pressure while staying organized Utilize the accountability process with all staff and faculty Have strong technical skills and openly embrace the use of technology in education Exude a confident, positive attitude with the desire to help others, and a self-driven nature Effectively collaborate with team members to meet daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual campus objectives with a key focus on outcomes and results Excellent verbal and written communication skills Model professional behavior in the way of appearance, demeanor, and attitude Consistently display the highest levels of integrity in all that is done PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORKING CONDITIONS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to stand/sit for prolonged periods of time Can independently move objects up to 25 lbs. Sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, other office machinery, and perform repetitive motions Must have sufficient hearing and speaking ability to communicate in person or on the phone/computer with others Must be able to continuously function in activities that include frequent walking, bending, squatting, and reaching Must have sufficient vision abilities for both close and long-distance vision work CULTURE OF CARE Culture of Care is our commitment to create a supportive environment in which every student can achieve their educational and career goals. Culture of Care encourages one-on-one relationships. Creating a culture that focuses on the student and their wellness. This includes understanding the student's complex lives. It is about creating a school where everyone feels welcomed by: Creating a sense of community in all interactions and communications with students Identifying problem areas and helping Opening safe conversations for cooperative solutions Holding students to standards and goals that will make them successful in their careers Salary Description $125,000-$190,000 Annually

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