Institute Director-Exton

Jean Madeline Aveda Institute is looking to open a new campus in Exton, PA and is seeking an Institute Director!

Jean Madeline has been an industry leader for over 90 years creating exceptional experiences through education, wellness and dedication, in our institutes, spas, salons & the beauty industry. The Institute Director leads, coaches and manages a multi-departmental team who are responsible for attracting students and guests, delivering exceptional education, and providing guest services that result in the creation of first choice professionals for the beauty industry, while achieving required overall key performance indicators.

The ideal candidate has a passion for the beauty industry, thorough knowledge of cosmetology standards/laws, and management experience in a school setting. In addition to competitive salary, we provide Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, a 401k retirment plan, generous product discounts and offer many optional benefits like Health Care, Dental, and Disability insurance. Onboarding for this opportunity and meetings throughout the year will take place at our other three campuses in Bensalem and Philadelphia.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (including, but not limited to):

• Cultivate an environment where team members are engaged in the company mission and core values.
• Plan and grow the Institute as a profitable business while reinforcing the mission and educational standards as established by Jean Madeline.
• Effectively manage revenue (tuition, retail sales & service sales) and expenses (payroll, supplies, utilities) to achieve specified revenue and expense goals and retail and service benchmarks.
• Ensure campus is always in compliance with Federal, State, and local laws, in cooperation with the School Supervisor.
• In partnership with Senior Director and Human Resources Team, develop a workforce management plan that ensures optimal levels of competent team members are in place to service the needs of the business.
• Monitor education delivery to ensure compliance with the implementation of the curriculum, and the achievement of student outcomes (completion, licensure and placement) exceed the company standards.
• Understanding the unique needs of both internal and external guests, manage revenue-generating departments of admissions, guest recruiting and retail, including shadowing Admissions Representatives on tours, meeting guests, and implementing growth and improvement strategies for each area.
• Direct, coach, manage and develop all departments to ensure the quality delivery of services and education programs through prioritizing resources, facilitating alignment of the team, setting high expectations, inspiring commitment, encouraging mutual support and enabling development opportunities.
• Implement and model guest experience standards by ensuring unparalleled excellence in Institute and retail standards, enhanced guest experience and creating an environment that exceeds guest experience expectations that are aligned with guest expectations and company goals.
• Ensure the Institute operational systems, processes, and policies are consistently implemented according to company standards.
• Create a student learning experience within an environment that is guest and student-focused, which demonstrates adaptability and sponsors continuous learning.
• Host student assemblies, career fairs, and other student/guest related gatherings and events through the year.
• Plan and implement team huddles and team meetings, according to the company guidelines.
• Ensure the institute campus is always presented in original “like new” condition, through the development and implementation of an effective maintenance plan, weekly “walk-throughs” and responsiveness to unforeseen situations as required.
• May perform other tasks as required or assigned.

General:

• Adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Manage expenses within fiscal guidelines.
• Participate in team meetings.
• Occasionally travel domestically requiring an overnight stay or consecutive overnight stays.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 4 years’ experience in Management in Salons, Vocational Education, Hospitality or Retail preferred
• Outstanding leadership skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including competence in training and public speaking
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Excellent computer skills with Excel, Email, Power-point, Word, Outlook.
• Ability to work retail hours, including evenings, weekends and special events as needed
• Ability to travel to all Jean Madeline locations for meetings
• Polished, professional image consistent with the Jean Madeline Dress Standards

ARE YOU A GREAT FIT? APPLY TODAY!

Learn more about our organization by visiting www.jeanmadeline.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Thank you for applying! Please let us know what interests you in this opportunity.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Institute/Higher Education Director: 2 years (Preferred)
• cosmetology industry: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000