A Director of Admissions leads the admissions department of a college or university. Oversees the management of applications from prospective students of the institution and directs both prospective student outreach and recruitment efforts, and the process of determining which applications to accept.
Director of Admissions - Shreveport, LA Diesel Driving Academy Inc - 4.0 Shreveport, LA Job Details Full-time 8 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Employee relationship building Admissions and enrollment management Sales leadership Stakeholder relationship building
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DIRECTOR OF ADMISSIONS
Diesel Driving Academy Location:
Shreveport, Louisiana Employment Type:
Full-Time Join Our Team Diesel Driving Academy (DDA) is seeking an energetic, results-driven Director of Admissions to lead our admissions team and help prospective students begin rewarding careers in the transportation industry. This leadership position is responsible for overseeing the admissions process, managing admissions representatives, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, and driving enrollment growth while providing exceptional student experience. If you are a motivated leader with a passion for education, sales, and helping others succeed, we encourage you to apply. Key Responsibilities Lead, coach, and develop the Admissions team to achieve enrollment goals. Oversee all aspects of the student recruitment and admissions process. Monitor admissions performance through metrics, reporting, and accountability. Develop and implement recruitment strategies to increase qualified student enrollment. Ensure compliance with all federal, state, accrediting agency, and institutional admissions policies. Build relationships with prospective students, employers, workforce agencies, and community organizations. Collaborate with Financial Aid, Career Services, and Campus Leadership to provide seamless student experience. Conduct admissions interviews and assist prospective students in identifying career training opportunities. Train admissions staff on best practices, compliance, and customer service. Prepare reports, forecasts, and enrollment projections for executive leadership. Qualifications Bachelor's degree preferred; Associate degree and/or relevant experience will be considered. Minimum of 3-5 years of admissions, enrollment management, or sales leadership experience. Proven success leading high-performing teams and achieving enrollment or sales goals. Excellent communication, coaching, and organizational skills. Strong understanding of CRM systems and Microsoft Office applications. Ability to analyze data and implement strategic enrollment initiatives. Experience in higher education, vocational education, or career training is preferred. Knowledge of regulatory compliance in post-secondary education is a plus. Preferred Skills Leadership and team development Relationship building Performance management Strategic planning Customer service excellence Public speaking and presentations Problem-solving and decision-making Conflict resolution What We Offer Competitive salary Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holidays A supportive team environment with opportunities for career advancement About Diesel Driving Academy Diesel Driving Academy has been training professional commercial drivers for decades, helping students build successful careers in the trucking and transportation industries. Our mission is to provide high-quality training, exceptional student support, and strong employment outcomes through industry-focused education. Apply Today If you're passionate about developing people, growing enrollment, and making a lasting impact on students' lives, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join the team at Diesel Driving Academy in Shreveport, Louisiana, and help shape the future of the next generation of professional drivers.
