As the Executive Director, you are responsible for leadership in all operational, educational, compliance, and administrative areas within our Newport News School. The Executive Director works directly with cosmetology students and staff to ensure the best educational experience. Responsibilities include overseeing all school operations, including the active oversite and participation in the student admissions and enrollment process, direct management of students, staff, salon clients, and community partnerships, conducting orientation, advising students, completing classroom observations, maintaining student and staff records, and addressing all issues pertaining to school operations.

This position requires flexibility which may include working two evenings per week and two Saturdays per month. The salary for this position is $69,000.00 - 70,000.00 per year.

• Management experience is required and operational management experience is preferred.
• School leadership experience in a post-secondary environment is a plus.
• Proven ability to effectively lead a team, manage budgets, and achieve operational goals.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience managing accreditation and/or compliance is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to implement and execute established policies and procedures.
• Experience with student admissions/enrollment is a bonus.
• A Vocational Diploma, or an Associate’s or Bachelor's Degree is preferred.