Director - CDL Admissions
Jobgether
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Director – CDL Admissions based in the United States.
This leadership role is responsible for guiding and developing a remote admissions organization focused on CDL programs.
You will oversee the full admissions lifecycle, ensuring a high-quality and compliant experience for prospective students.
The position combines people leadership, operational oversight, and strategic planning within a fast-paced education environment.
You will play a central role in coaching and motivating remote admissions teams to achieve performance and enrollment goals.
A strong focus is placed on regulatory compliance, including state, accreditation, and US Department of Education standards.
This role requires confident decision-making, analytical thinking, and the ability to manage multiple priorities remotely.
It is a highly visible leadership position with direct impact on student outcomes and organizational growth
- Lead, coach, and develop remote admissions teams, ensuring strong performance, engagement, and alignment with organizational values and mission.
- Oversee the full admissions process to ensure accuracy, compliance, and a high-quality experience for prospective CDL students.
- Ensure adherence to all regulatory requirements, including state regulations, accreditor standards, and US Department of Education policies.
- Design and deliver training programs, coaching initiatives, and professional development activities for admissions staff.
- Hire, onboard, and manage admissions personnel, supporting effective team structure and performance management.
- Monitor and audit enrollment files, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and accountability across documentation and reporting.
- Provide regular updates, reports, and strategic insights to senior leadership regarding admissions performance and outcomes.
- Develop and implement short- and long-term admissions strategies aligned with enrollment, growth, and operational goals.
- Collaborate on performance evaluations and ensure consistent application of policies and procedures across teams.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, compliance, and student satisfaction throughout the admissions process.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Education, or a related field preferred.
- 3+ years of experience managing admissions teams, preferably in remote or online environments.
- 8+ years of leadership experience in admissions or related operational management roles preferred.
- Strong people leadership skills with a proven ability to motivate, coach, and develop high-performing teams.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and present to leadership.
- Strong understanding of compliance-driven environments and regulated admissions processes.
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace tools.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, remote work environment with multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Master’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field is a plus.
Benefits:
- Competitive annual salary ranging from $80,000 to $95,000, based on experience and qualifications.
- Opportunity to lead and shape a high-impact remote admissions organization.
- Career development and leadership growth opportunities in a mission-driven environment.
- Remote work flexibility within the United States.
- Exposure to strategic planning, team development, and operational leadership responsibilities.
- Opportunity to directly influence student enrollment success and organizational growth.
- Collaborative work environment with a focus on performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.
How Jobgether works:
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!
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