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Executive Director - Digital Animation & Visual Effects (DAVE)

19 days ago

Orlando

Job Description We are looking for an Executive Director for the DAVE School. The Executive Director is responsible for the development, organization, and operation of the academic program. Additionally, the Executive Director is responsible for student services on campus, enforcing regulations governing conduct, coordinating social and recreational activities, supervising campus organizations, admissions, and all other non-academic student activities. The Campus Director is directly accountable to the President of FTC. Minimum Requirements: • A Bachelor’s degree with at least three years of experience in Education is required., • Experience as a collegiate-level school executive is a plus, • Strong leadership skills, • At least five (5) years of college-level supervisory experience, • Knowledge and usage of Information systems and technological equipment required for the position, • Excellent communication with staff and community, • Persuasive communication skills, with an orientation toward results, • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, • An ongoing customer focus, • The highest levels of integrity at all times, • Ability to work extended hours (which will include evenings and weekends) to meet business objectives., • The ability to interact at all levels of the school is necessary., • Must possess extremely strong ethics. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Plan, organize and direct Education, Placement, Admissions, and Financial functions of the college., • Ensure enrollment, retention and placement goals are met., • Work with the President on the enrollment projections, processes and logistics., • Supervise administrative, academic and student services to ensure the required level of service is being provided., • Coordinate the academic processes along with the Regional Dean of Academic Affairs and ensure compliance with the necessary documentation., • Accountable for campus growth and development not only in student population but also in the quality of their learning process, the campus image, as well as the financial aspects and the operational results., • Recruit, train and develop key managers., • Provide leadership and mentoring that motivates and creates a positive atmosphere within the administrative staff, faculty and students., • Foster a pleasant environment and educational culture among student population, faculty, administrators and directors as a community component that serves the Institution., • Develop, implement and manage institutional budgetary plan., • Comply with the Academic Calendar., • Work with local advisory boards., • Organize and direct campus meetings., • Establish an action plan for the good functioning and development of the campus., • Maintain open communication and inform the President of FTC status as it relates to personnel, resources, opportunities, and situations that are affecting or may affect the well-functioning of the campus in the future and provide appropriate measures to consider., • Responsible for managing and proper use of budget and petty cash assigned to campus in accordance with the norms, policies and procedures of the institution., • Collaborate with the President following up with the annual work plan and in the preparation of the Annual Report for the Board of Directors and with the Institutional Development Plan., • Prepare reports as required., • Coordinate recruitment process with supervisors and the Human Resources department., • Ensure personnel is aware of their duties and responsibilities and maintain their files complete and updated., • Responsible for channeling information required by the Human Resources and Payroll department for employee’s pay, leave of absence, benefits, hiring or termination of employment., • Coordinate the development and maintenance of campus facilities, equipment and materials purchasing, expense control and other administrative and fiscal functions., • Maintain permits and licenses up to date as required by government agencies., • Request, maintain and control campus inventory and make sure classrooms and labs are prepared., • Develop and implement an Institutional Effectiveness Plan., • Officially represent the school inside and outside of the campus., • Directly collaborate in the organization and performance of the Commencement Ceremony., • Establish and maintain a network of institutions, companies, agencies, higher education centers, and cultural centers in the community they serve, necessary for student recruitment, personnel strengthening, adequate operation and continuous campus development., • Ensure the school’s compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and accrediting bodies. Supervisory Responsibilities: • Direct management of the Directors of all the campus departments., • Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the organization., • Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with policies and applicable laws., • Responsibilities include reviewing, hiring, and training, coaching / mentoring employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Benefits: • Medical Coverage -Including additional options HSA, and FSAs - Dependent, and Health Care, • Dental/Vision Insurance Coverage, • 12 Paid Holidays / Paid Time Off / Paid Volunteer Day, • 401[k] with 50% Employer Matching, • Short-Term Disability Life Insurance, • Supplemental Life Insurance Options, • Growth Opportunities / Education Assistance and Professional Development Benefits No Cost Benefits: • Group Life Insurance, • Long Term Disability, • Talent Referral Program, • TicketsatWork - Discount Entertainment Program, • Enjoy a paid day off on your birthday (available to full-time employees after two years) Who We Are The Digital Animation & Visual Effects (DAVE) School was founded on June 8, 2000, by two Industry executives looking to create #CareerReady artists with practical animation skills. They created a school that offered specialized training in Visual Effects with extensive practice under industry-level supervision. The Game Production program followed 13 years later, in September of 2014, making it the second program to be offered by the school. The DAVE School is located on the backlot of Universal Studios Florida™. Our 18,000 square foot facility includes learning and interactive labs, a dedicated Virtual and Real-Time production stage, a Vicon motion capture system, 3D printing and VR/AR labs. Students have access to our facilities 7 days a week. NUC University has been the institution of choice for a diverse population for more than 40 years. The institution comprises nine locations in Florida (Deland, Kissimmee, Orlando, Lakeland, South Miami, Pembroke Pines, Tampa, South Florida, and DAVE School), seven campuses in Puerto Rico (Arecibo, Bayamón, Caguas, Mayagüez, Ponce, Río Grande, and Escorial), an IBC Technical Division with 12 locations in Puerto Rico, and the NUC Online Division with students all across US and Puerto Rico. It offers degrees at various levels, such as diploma, associate, bachelor’s, and master’s, in fields including Healthcare, Construction, Culinary Arts and Hospitality, Beauty, Visual Arts, Business Management, Technology, Health Studies, Criminal Justice, Psychology, and Education. NUC University - Florida Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, Protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The selected applicant will undergo a background check, educational verification, and drug testing.

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