Executive Director (Cosmetology School) - Speedway, IN

Empire Beauty School•Speedway, IN

2d•$80,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Empire Beauty School is seeking a dynamic, results-driven Executive Director to lead its school in Speedway, Indiana. The Executive Director provides overall leadership for school operations, including Admissions, Education, Student Services, Financial Aid, Career Services, and administrative functions. The role drives enrollment, retention, graduation, student success, revenue, and profitability while maintaining operational excellence and regulatory compliance. The Executive Director builds high-performing teams, coaches and develops talent, establishes accountability, and fosters collaboration and continuous improvement. Responsibilities include analyzing performance, managing budgets and expenses, developing enrollment and retention strategies, and partnering with Regional Leadership to achieve short- and long-term business goals. The role also represents Empire locally by developing relationships with employers, schools, community organizations, and other partners and increasing the school’s visibility and community presence. The annual salary is $80,000–$90,000. Empire Beauty School has educated future beauty professionals since 1934, with a mission of creating opportunities for people to improve their lives and supporting students through education, graduation, and career placement.

Requirements

Five or more years of combined education and work experience.
Vocational Diploma or Associate’s Degree required.
Business acumen and operational management experience required.
Leadership experience required.
Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to implement and execute established policies and procedures.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, analyze performance, and drive results in a fast-paced environment.
Commitment to ethical leadership, regulatory compliance, and creating an exceptional experience for students and employees.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
Post-secondary school leadership experience, including admissions/enrollment and education or training management, preferred.
Experience with accreditation and/or regulatory compliance preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead school operations across Admissions, Education, Student Services, Financial Aid, Career Services, and administrative functions.
Drive enrollment, retention, graduation, student success, revenue, and profitability.
Maintain operational excellence and regulatory compliance.
Build high-performing teams, coach and develop talent, establish accountability, and promote collaboration and continuous improvement.
Analyze performance and manage budgets and expenses.
Develop enrollment and retention strategies.
Partner with Regional Leadership to achieve short- and long-term business goals.
Build relationships with employers, schools, community organizations, and other partners.
Increase the school’s visibility and community presence as a local ambassador for Empire.