College director job description
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College director requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in college director job postings.
Sample college director requirements
- Bachelor's degree in higher education administration or related field.
- At least 5 years of experience in higher education.
- Expertise in budgeting, fundraising, and financial management.
- Knowledge of accreditation regulations.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Sample required college director soft skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to think strategically and develop effective plans.
- Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills.
- High level of professionalism and integrity.
College director job description example 1
Excellence Community Schools college director job description
Who We Are
Excellence Community Schools is a charter management, non-profit organization. The mission of the Excellence Community Schools is to prepare young people to compete for admission to and succeed in top public, private, and parochial high schools by cultivating their intellectual, artistic, social, and emotional, and ethical development through the Bronx Charter School for Excellence (Bronx Excellence) and the Stamford Charter School for Excellence (Stamford Excellence). Our network of schools accomplishes this by offering a challenging and rigorous academic curriculum - which at the earliest of grades, has an eye towards college preparation. We achieve this in a supportive and caring environment that always has high expectations of our students.
Who We Need
We seek dedicated, ambitious, and committed individuals to student success and education reform. Qualified candidates must demonstrate records of achievement, high degrees of personal responsibility, and the drive to do whatever it takes to ensure that every child achieves academic success. This individual must be committed to excellence, lead by example, and see collaboration as a key component of success.
Job Overview
The mission of the College and Career Readiness department is twofold. First, it exists to support our students' transition to the best possible high placement options that will aid in their progression towards college graduation and career readiness. Second, the department provides an array of services that support ECS students while they are in high school and college. These services include high school success counseling, enrichment and internship program placement, and job and career advising. This multivariate approach focuses on the development of the whole child, prioritizes empowering our families through access to information and exposure, and targets transforming the communities of our students' upbringing.
The Director of College and Career Readiness reports to the Co-CEO. The successful candidate will liaise with the Director of High School Placement to build relationships with our middle school scholars. S/he will also lead the team providing direct services to our alumni to ensure their success on varied paths to excellence beyond graduation from an Excellence Community school. The Director will shape the department to accommodate a growing alumni base and expand upon the services offered to alumni and their families.
Requirements
Specific Responsibilities
Lead and supervise staff that supports high school success, enrichment, and internship programs and college and career readiness.
Facilitate the team's efforts to promote alumni success in high school and alumni admission to and graduation from top colleges and universities.
Manage all aspects of our high school and college alumni scholarship fund, including the related work-study program for high school alumni and the application and selection process.
Orchestrate the development of a high-quality college/career readiness department that includes mentoring, summer enrichment, internships, and job placement opportunities.
Develop relationships with college access programs, coordinate college trips for alumni, and research and inform alumni of scholarships and Fly-In programs to top colleges and universities.
Assist alumni and families with completing financial aid for both access programs and college applications including but not limited to FAFSA and CSS/Profile applications.
Collaborate with HS Placement Team to establish an infrastructure that engenders post-graduation relationships and prioritizes relevant student academic achievement and family contact information.
Develop and maintain relationships with Excellence Community Schools alumni/families via email, social media, and virtual and in-person workshops and site visits to high schools or colleges (as needed).
Qualifications
At least three years of experience in college admission, access, or opportunity programs, education, or nonprofit organizations.
Ability to communicate and work with multiple stakeholders within and outside of the organization.
Possess strong verbal and written communication skills. Fluency in Spanish is a plus.
Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
Demonstrated commitment to educational opportunity and equity for underrepresented youth.
Quick learner with the ability to inquire and be open to feedback.
A Master's degree is preferred, Bachelor's degree is required.
THIS POSITION REQUIRES YOU TO BE FULLY VACCINATED AND YOU MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF VACCINATION.
Benefits
Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Health, dental, vision, & 403b Retirement Plan benefits available.
Performance-based compensation for staff.
Excellence Community Schools is a charter management, non-profit organization. The mission of the Excellence Community Schools is to prepare young people to compete for admission to and succeed in top public, private, and parochial high schools by cultivating their intellectual, artistic, social, and emotional, and ethical development through the Bronx Charter School for Excellence (Bronx Excellence) and the Stamford Charter School for Excellence (Stamford Excellence). Our network of schools accomplishes this by offering a challenging and rigorous academic curriculum - which at the earliest of grades, has an eye towards college preparation. We achieve this in a supportive and caring environment that always has high expectations of our students.
Who We Need
We seek dedicated, ambitious, and committed individuals to student success and education reform. Qualified candidates must demonstrate records of achievement, high degrees of personal responsibility, and the drive to do whatever it takes to ensure that every child achieves academic success. This individual must be committed to excellence, lead by example, and see collaboration as a key component of success.
Job Overview
The mission of the College and Career Readiness department is twofold. First, it exists to support our students' transition to the best possible high placement options that will aid in their progression towards college graduation and career readiness. Second, the department provides an array of services that support ECS students while they are in high school and college. These services include high school success counseling, enrichment and internship program placement, and job and career advising. This multivariate approach focuses on the development of the whole child, prioritizes empowering our families through access to information and exposure, and targets transforming the communities of our students' upbringing.
The Director of College and Career Readiness reports to the Co-CEO. The successful candidate will liaise with the Director of High School Placement to build relationships with our middle school scholars. S/he will also lead the team providing direct services to our alumni to ensure their success on varied paths to excellence beyond graduation from an Excellence Community school. The Director will shape the department to accommodate a growing alumni base and expand upon the services offered to alumni and their families.
Requirements
Specific Responsibilities
Lead and supervise staff that supports high school success, enrichment, and internship programs and college and career readiness.
Facilitate the team's efforts to promote alumni success in high school and alumni admission to and graduation from top colleges and universities.
Manage all aspects of our high school and college alumni scholarship fund, including the related work-study program for high school alumni and the application and selection process.
Orchestrate the development of a high-quality college/career readiness department that includes mentoring, summer enrichment, internships, and job placement opportunities.
Develop relationships with college access programs, coordinate college trips for alumni, and research and inform alumni of scholarships and Fly-In programs to top colleges and universities.
Assist alumni and families with completing financial aid for both access programs and college applications including but not limited to FAFSA and CSS/Profile applications.
Collaborate with HS Placement Team to establish an infrastructure that engenders post-graduation relationships and prioritizes relevant student academic achievement and family contact information.
Develop and maintain relationships with Excellence Community Schools alumni/families via email, social media, and virtual and in-person workshops and site visits to high schools or colleges (as needed).
Qualifications
At least three years of experience in college admission, access, or opportunity programs, education, or nonprofit organizations.
Ability to communicate and work with multiple stakeholders within and outside of the organization.
Possess strong verbal and written communication skills. Fluency in Spanish is a plus.
Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
Demonstrated commitment to educational opportunity and equity for underrepresented youth.
Quick learner with the ability to inquire and be open to feedback.
A Master's degree is preferred, Bachelor's degree is required.
THIS POSITION REQUIRES YOU TO BE FULLY VACCINATED AND YOU MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF VACCINATION.
Benefits
Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Health, dental, vision, & 403b Retirement Plan benefits available.
Performance-based compensation for staff.
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College director job description example 2
Compass Group USA college director job description
At over 300 college & universities around the country, Chartwells Higher Education is re-inventing the on-campus dining experience. We are challenging the norm and setting new standards by investing in high-tech, food-infused social spaces that bring people together to promote meaningful relationships and interactions. We are food-forward difference makers, bound together by a desire to feed hungry minds and prepare students for success.
We are seeking hungry, humble and smart associates who are looking to join and grow with a diverse organization. We invite you to start your career journey with us and look forward to hearing from you.
Working as a Catering Director at Trinity College, you will be responsible for managing all catering events on campus. You will manage a team of approximately 10 hourly associates, build client relations, and ensure the catering offered to our guests is of outstanding quality.
Key Responsibilities:
* Coordinates and oversees internal and external catering events
* Develops and maintains the catering marketing plan including a comprehensive event planning service to clients and detailed menu development
* Hires, trains, and schedules catering staff, and will be actively involved in the development of existing catering staff in-service techniques, menu presentation, policies, and procedures
* Ensures successful operations of catering functions including labor cost control, foods cost control and preparation, transportation, setup, operation, and cleanup of all events
Preferred Qualifications:
* Bachelor's Degree is required in Hospitality or Culinary Arts
* Minimum of 5 years of experience in the hospitality industry including 2 years in management (preferably Catering Management) is required
* Booking, selecting and costing menu items, pricing contracts, and resourcing temporary help and equipment experience is key
* The ability to supervise food preparation, service, set-up, clean-up and break-down is also essential
Apply to Chartwells Higher Education today!
Chartwells Higher Education is a member of Compass Group USA
Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. *Los Angeles applicants: Compass Group will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box ordinance)
Associates at Chartwells Higher Ed are offered many fantastic benefits.
* Medical
* Dental
* Vision
* Life Insurance/ AD
* Disability Insurance
* Retirement Plan
* Paid Time Off
* Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
* Associate Shopping Program
* Health and Wellness Programs
* Discount Marketplace
* Identity Theft Protection
* Pet Insurance
* Commuter Benefits
* Employee Assistance Program
* Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Chartwells HE
SHARON MCNEELEY
[[req_classification]]
Nearest Major Market: Hartford
Job Segment: Event Planning, Food Service, Catering, Chef, Culinary, Hospitality
We are seeking hungry, humble and smart associates who are looking to join and grow with a diverse organization. We invite you to start your career journey with us and look forward to hearing from you.
Working as a Catering Director at Trinity College, you will be responsible for managing all catering events on campus. You will manage a team of approximately 10 hourly associates, build client relations, and ensure the catering offered to our guests is of outstanding quality.
Key Responsibilities:
* Coordinates and oversees internal and external catering events
* Develops and maintains the catering marketing plan including a comprehensive event planning service to clients and detailed menu development
* Hires, trains, and schedules catering staff, and will be actively involved in the development of existing catering staff in-service techniques, menu presentation, policies, and procedures
* Ensures successful operations of catering functions including labor cost control, foods cost control and preparation, transportation, setup, operation, and cleanup of all events
Preferred Qualifications:
* Bachelor's Degree is required in Hospitality or Culinary Arts
* Minimum of 5 years of experience in the hospitality industry including 2 years in management (preferably Catering Management) is required
* Booking, selecting and costing menu items, pricing contracts, and resourcing temporary help and equipment experience is key
* The ability to supervise food preparation, service, set-up, clean-up and break-down is also essential
Apply to Chartwells Higher Education today!
Chartwells Higher Education is a member of Compass Group USA
Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. *Los Angeles applicants: Compass Group will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box ordinance)
Associates at Chartwells Higher Ed are offered many fantastic benefits.
* Medical
* Dental
* Vision
* Life Insurance/ AD
* Disability Insurance
* Retirement Plan
* Paid Time Off
* Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
* Associate Shopping Program
* Health and Wellness Programs
* Discount Marketplace
* Identity Theft Protection
* Pet Insurance
* Commuter Benefits
* Employee Assistance Program
* Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Chartwells HE
SHARON MCNEELEY
[[req_classification]]
Nearest Major Market: Hartford
Job Segment: Event Planning, Food Service, Catering, Chef, Culinary, Hospitality
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024