Director of Regional Campuses (East)

Description What if your next job wasn’t just a role, but a place where you truly felt valued, inspired, and empowered? Imagine working for a company that’s dedicated to educating, inspiring, and empowering others, while fostering a family-like atmosphere that genuinely respects and appreciates every team member. Now, imagine that this company also offers: Strong, guiding values that drive everything we do Outstanding benefits to support your well-being The opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day Does that sound like a place where you’d thrive? If so, keep reading, because this is exactly what Westcliff University is all about. Here’s a glimpse of what makes our culture amazing: At Westcliff, we strive to be the best in all we do, celebrating and supporting each team member as we grow and succeed together. As a global leader in innovative education, we’re known for our transformative, tech-driven programs and our unwavering commitment to excellence and social responsibility. Our tagline – Educate. Inspire. Empower. – perfectly sums up our mission: to create opportunities for students and employees to achieve success through hard work and empowerment. By joining the Westcliff team, you’ll have the chance to leave your personal mark on a growing institution, helping us shape the future of education while being part of a supportive and innovative community. Ready to feel inspired and appreciated while making a real difference? Apply now, and let’s grow and succeed together! Director of Regional Campuses (East) The Director of Regional Campuses (East) provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, and administrative direction for Westcliff University’s current and future regional campuses across the eastern and southern United States, including established locations in Florida (Miami and Orlando) and Texas (Dallas), as well as prospective expansion sites aligned with the university’s long-term growth strategy. This position is permanently based in Dallas, Texas, and serves as leadership presence for the Dallas campus, with direct responsibility for campus operations, the student lifecycle experience, community engagement, and regional partnership development. In addition, the Director oversees Associate Campus Directors (ACDs) and other campus leadership personnel across existing and future regional locations, ensuring operational consistency, student success, and alignment with institutional priorities. Reporting directly to VP of Student Experience, the Director plays a critical role in supporting sustainable campus growth, evaluating and operationalizing new campus opportunities, and ensuring all regional operations reflect Westcliff University’s mission to educate, inspire, and empower a diverse global student population. Regional Campus Leadership & Operational Oversight Provide executive-level leadership and operational oversight for Westcliff University’s regional campuses across the eastern and southern United States, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities, operational excellence, and a consistent student experience across all locations. Lead, mentor, and evaluate regional campus leadership teams, including Associate Campus Directors (ACDs) and future campus administrators, while fostering collaboration, accountability, and a culture of continuous improvement across both established and emerging campuses. Partner with university leadership to support strategic growth initiatives, assess expansion opportunities, scale regional operations, and implement standardized practices that support sustainable multi-campus development. Student Success & Academic Operations Oversee regional student success initiatives focused on retention, persistence, and graduation outcomes, ensuring students receive consistent support throughout the academic lifecycle. Collaborate with academic and administrative partners to address complex student concerns, support regional scheduling and operational coordination, and ensure effective delivery of student services and campus resources across all assigned locations. Compliance, Partnerships & External Engagement Ensure all regional campuses operate in full compliance with institutional policies, accreditation standards, and applicable state and federal regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions. Develop and maintain strategic relationships with corporate, community, and educational partners to strengthen regional visibility, expand experiential learning opportunities, and support career outcomes for students and graduates throughout the region. Qualifications Master’s Degree: Required (preferably in Education, Business, Higher Education Leadership, or a related field). Higher Education Leadership: Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in higher education administration, student services, or campus operations. Experience managing multiple sites or remote teams is highly preferred. Regulatory Knowledge: Working knowledge of Texas higher education frameworks and Florida State regulations for Higher Education strongly preferred. Partnership Development: Proven track record of developing workforce, corporate, and community relations. Communication & Mobility: Exceptional organizational and communication skills. Must be able to manage a physical campus while effectively leading remote teams. Student-Centric Mindset: A profound commitment to student success, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Proactive Problem-Solving: Ability to navigate complex operational challenges and collaborate smoothly across multiple university departments. Limitations and Disclaimer The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an at-will basis, unless otherwise contractually bound. Westcliff University is an Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr