CAMPUS PRESIDENT JOB DESCRIPTION

Accreditation lapses and Title IV funding disruptions do not announce themselves, they accumulate through unattended compliance gaps, and a campus without disciplined oversight reaches those consequences faster than most leaders expect. The Campus President holds final accountability for every operational and academic function on site, from enrollment and financial aid to faculty hiring and regulatory standing. Regional accreditors, state boards, and the students enrolled in career-focused programs all carry distinct expectations that this role must reconcile simultaneously. Four departments and a campus P&L answer to this seat.

As the Campus President, you translate institutional strategy into daily campus operations, holding accountability for enrollment outcomes, academic program integrity, and the financial performance of a single accredited location. The position spans every functional area of campus life, with a direct reporting relationship to divisional or provost-level leadership and indirect oversight of admissions, education, financial planning, career services, and facilities.

Career Impact: Leading a Title IV-eligible campus builds a track record in regulated post-secondary administration that transfers directly to multi-campus executive and provost-level roles.

Business Impact: Student retention rates and graduation outcomes at a proprietary campus reflect this leader's decisions more directly than any other single variable, shaping institutional revenue and regional reputation together.

Growth Opportunity: Sustained success in campus P&L management and accreditation stewardship positions a Campus President for regional vice president or chief academic officer roles within multi-campus systems.

• Direct campus management team across admissions, education, financial planning, career services, office administration, and facilities to align departmental output with enrollment and retention targets.
• Monitor and maintain accreditation status and standards, ensuring all departments meet state, Title IV, and accrediting body requirements on a continuous basis.
• Develop and administer the annual campus budget, including forecasts, cost controls, and resource allocation linked to strategic priorities.
• Recruit, hire, evaluate, and develop faculty and staff, including performance management, coaching, and disciplinary action as warranted.
• Design and execute campus strategic plans with focused priorities around academic quality, enrollment growth, and student success outcomes.
• Build partnerships with community organizations, advisory groups, and local employers to support student job placement and program relevance.
• Lead crisis and emergency response for campus-level incidents affecting students, faculty, or campus operations.
• Oversee contractual relationships with clinical sites, co-located facilities, or external partners engaged in academic program delivery.

• Bachelor's degree in education, business administration, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 5 or more years of senior leadership experience in post-secondary or higher education administration, with direct operational and budget responsibility.
• Demonstrated knowledge of accreditation standards and Title IV regulatory compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to manage a campus or unit-level profit and loss, including budget preparation, forecasting, and cost control.
• Experience recruiting, developing, and evaluating academic and administrative staff across multiple functional departments.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with demonstrated capacity to represent the institution to external regulatory and community stakeholders.
• Record of data-driven decision-making in student retention, academic outcomes, or enrollment management contexts.

• Master's or doctoral degree from an accredited institution, with preference for fields in education, healthcare administration, or business.
• Prior experience in proprietary or career-focused post-secondary education, including familiarity with enrollment-driven operational models.
• Experience managing campus operations across multiple physical locations or in a matrixed organizational structure.
• Active standing or licensure in a professional field aligned with the campus's primary academic program (e.g., registered nurse for nursing-focused campuses).

• Student retention rate, measured against campus-specific term-over-term enrollment benchmarks.
• Accreditation audit outcomes, tracked by number of findings, citations, or conditions issued per review cycle.
• Campus operating margin, reflecting budget adherence and cost-control performance against annual targets.
• Graduate placement rate, measuring the percentage of completers securing employment in the field within 180 days.
• Faculty and staff turnover rate, indicating stability of the instructional and administrative teams this role builds.
• Typical tools: Student information systems (commonly Anthology or Ellucian); accreditation tracking (commonly compliance management platforms).

• Base Salary Range: $90,000 to $145,000 annually, depending on campus size and seniority
• Bonus: Annual performance bonus tied to enrollment, retention, and margin targets; typically 10 to 20% of base
• Equity: Uncommon at campus level; may be available at corporate or multi-campus operator level
• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage; employer contribution varies by organization size
• PTO: 15 to 22 days annually, plus institutional holiday schedule
• Common Perks: Tuition remission for employee and eligible dependents; professional development funding for continuing education and conference attendance

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Work authorization in the United States is required for this position. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process upon request. Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include criminal history and credential verification.

The Campus President leads all campus operations at a post-secondary career education institution, owning accountability across Admissions, Education, Financial Planning, Career Services, and Facilities while ensuring continuous compliance with state, Title IV, and accreditation requirements. Reporting to divisional leadership, this role shapes student success outcomes and financial performance through direct management of campus teams, budget planning, and strategic participation in organizational and community initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct the campus management team across Admissions, Education, Financial Planning, Career Services, Office Administration, and Facilities/Security.
• Recruit, train, and develop campus team members.
• Implement all Company initiatives related to student success, management, and staff development.
• Plan and initiate campus-specific programs covering organizational, operational, and academic functions.
• Manage campus regulatory compliance.
• Manage profit and loss, budget development, forecasts, and fiscal targets.
• Conduct HR activities including interviewing, hiring, training, performance appraisal, and conflict resolution.
• Monitor and maintain the school's accreditation status in compliance with state, Title IV, and accreditation requirements.
• Participate in support team meetings, strategic planning sessions, community events, and professional associations.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred.
• 1 to 3 years of experience as a proprietary school director or in a comparable management role.
• Strong understanding of regulatory procedures and compliance requirements.
• Budget preparation and management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Proven track record of energetic leadership, accomplishments, and vision.

Embedded within a multi-location university structure, the Campus President delivers strategic and operational leadership across two campuses, overseeing student retention, enrollment growth, accreditation compliance, and curriculum development to drive institutional quality and graduate employment outcomes. Working closely with the Executive Leadership Team, Deans, faculty, and external community partners, this role builds the academic and operational infrastructure that positions the university as a leader in higher education.

Core Functions

• Provide strategic leadership to position the university as a leader in higher education quality and successful student job placement.
• Implement the annual course schedule to maximize class size, faculty qualifications, and facility use.
• Drive student retention, enrollment growth, academic outcomes, and accreditation compliance across both campuses.
• Hire, assign, and develop faculty to ensure effective delivery of high-quality academic courses.
• Oversee curriculum development and academic program review in collaboration with faculty, students, and program directors.
• Build and secure corporate and community partnerships to support academic programs and student employment outcomes.
• Serve as campus spokesperson to internal and external constituencies on academic quality, program relevance, and sustainability.
• Lead crisis and emergency response, student discipline, and participation in university policy-making committees.

Qualifications & Experience

• Earned doctorate from an accredited institution required, or substantial higher education leadership experience while actively pursuing a doctorate.
• 5 or more years of senior leadership experience in higher education, ideally in academic development.
• Significant experience in curriculum administration, budget management, personnel management, and strategic planning.
• Firm understanding of academic organization, pedagogy, student learning outcome assessment, and adult learning theory.
• Demonstrated experience with accreditation standards, data-driven decision-making, and fiscal management linked to strategic priorities.
• Ability to develop new academic programs and improve existing ones based on community and employer needs.
• Strong skills in measuring program outcomes and working independently and collaboratively to achieve results.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with comfort in public speaking and participatory leadership across diverse constituencies.

Reporting to national directors, the Campus President shapes academic and operational outcomes for a BSN nursing program, overseeing curriculum delivery, faculty and staff development, regulatory and accreditation compliance, and strategic budget administration. Partnering with the Board of Nursing, state bodies, clinical site partners, and community organizations, this role enables the institution to achieve quality program outcomes, growth targets, and profitability goals.

Primary Duties

• Implement curriculum, program outcomes, and course objectives through classroom and clinical teaching.
• Oversee hiring, development, and evaluation of qualified faculty and staff, including recommendations for appointment, promotion, and termination.
• Chair admission, academic progression, and graduation processes for students.
• Collaborate with national directors to execute national processes and policies at the campus level.
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory and accreditation requirements, including oversight of clinical site selection and contractual agreements.
• Cultivate a student-centric campus culture and facilitate faculty and staff development.
• Develop and administer the campus strategic plan and annual budget, monitoring execution and ensuring effective cost controls.
• Maintain professional competence and advocacy with the Board of Nursing, state bodies, and community organizations.

Skills & Qualifications

• DNP or Doctorate with an MSN from an accredited institution required.
• Current unencumbered licensure as a registered nurse or multi-state licensure privilege required.
• Minimum 5 years of nursing practice experience, including at least 2 years as a faculty member or in higher education administration.
• Experience in educational administration, P&L management, and oversight of multiple functional areas.
• Broad knowledge across Admissions, Academics, Career Services, Finance, Financial Aid, and Compliance.
• Experience in proprietary education, consulting, or healthcare in a highly regulated environment.
• Experience working with community leaders, politicians, and professional accrediting organizations.
• Strong emotional intelligence, critical thinking, strategic agility, and collaborative problem-solving skills.

Sitting at the intersection of fundraising strategy and event execution, the Campus President leads the conceptualization, planning, and delivery of high-touch presidential and alumni events for the Development Division, building a portfolio of engagements that accelerate philanthropy and deepen donor relationships at a major university. Operating across Alumni Engagement, Major Gifts, the Office of the President, and external marketing partners, this role shapes event strategy and manages a team of six staff and interns to deliver measurable fundraising outcomes.

Duties

• Design and drive a comprehensive special events strategy aligned with development and university goals, in collaboration with Alumni Engagement, Major Gifts, and the Office of the President.
• Oversee all events furthering fundraising and engagement objectives, including CelebrateUSF Weekend, the Silk Speaker Series, and the Women in Leadership and Philanthropy Symposium.
• Manage the annual special events calendar to ensure strategic timing and placement of events throughout the year.
• Manage the Special Events metrics dashboard and enhance methods to track KPIs.
• Create and communicate clear event guidelines, timelines, and processes to support internal clients.
• Manage, hire, and train three full-time event staff and three part-time interns, providing leadership and coaching.
• Manage marketing efforts for events in collaboration with OMC, partner colleges, Athletics, and Development Communications.
• Manage the events budget for the development division.

Requirements

• 5 to 7 years of progressive experience in event planning, preferably in an academic or non-profit environment.
• Experience utilizing and maximizing the impact of event volunteers.
• Proficiency with Salesforce, Cvent, Emma, Qualtrics, Concur, and G Suite.
• Demonstrated leadership, project management, and multitasking skills across diverse projects and audiences.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with advanced interpersonal ability.
• High standards for guest experience combined with meticulous organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Flexibility and comfort with shifting priorities, with the ability to problem-solve under changing conditions.
• Ability to travel and work evenings and weekends as required.