Director of Education

Lincoln Technical Institute • Union, NJ • 1h ago

At Lincoln Tech, Union, NJ, lead a high-energy, for-profit training school of 1,600 students and 55 hands-on trades faculty

Are you a savvy, business-minded leader who thrives in fast-paced, no-nonsense environments? Do you excel at managing people with big personalities, juggling competing priorities, and driving results? If you have operational leadership experience, strong financial instincts, and the ability to motivate a workforce of skilled trades professionals, this role may be exactly what you're looking for.

We are a for-profit trade school serving more than 1,600 students, staffed by 55 faculty members with extensive real-world trade backgrounds-direct, outspoken, hardworking, and expecting a leader who can command respect while building trust. You will manage a team of 10 high-performing administrative staff and oversee day-to-day educational operations with an entrepreneurial mindset.

This is not a traditional academic role. It's an operations, people leadership, and strategic execution position at its core.

What You Will Do

Run the daily department operations of a large, high-activity trade school with ownership, accountability, and drive.

Lead, mentor, and support a faculty of hands-on trades professionals; earn credibility through fairness, consistency, and strong interpersonal savvy.

Develop and implement strategic initiatives, including program improvements, resource allocation, scheduling, and student-success strategies.

Work closely with senior leadership to develop budgets, forecasts, and financial plans; identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

Collaborate with marketing and admissions to align training, messaging, and student-success goals.

Manage a high-performing 10-person staff, ensuring clarity, communication, coaching, and results.

Ensure compliance with accrediting bodies, state regulations, and company policies (experience helpful-we can train).

Foster a positive, performance-driven culture with humor, emotional intelligence, and the ability to stay calm under pressure.

Who You Are

A leader who can think strategically and execute tactically.

Comfortable in high-energy, fast paced environments where direct communication is the norm.

Excellent at managing challenging personalities, resolving conflict, and building genuine relationships.

Able to pivot quickly, multitask, and keep teams focused on goals without getting overwhelmed.

Strong communicator with a sense of humor who has a high level of emotional intelligence, that is approachable and steady.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required, Master's a plus but not mandatory.

5+ years of leadership experience in operations, business management, training, trades, or for-profit education (any combination considered).

Experience leading large teams with diverse roles and personalities.

Familiarity with compliance, accreditation, or heavily regulated industries is beneficial.

Proven ability to manage people, solve complex problems, and drive measurable results.

Why This Role Matters

We're in the business of changing lives through practical, career-focused education. As our Trade School Director, you'll ensure students receive training that launches careers, while faculty and staff feel supported, organized, and empowered to deliver their best work every day.

Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Growth Opportunities

About Us

For over 75 years Lincoln Tech has been one of the nation's leading providers of career training in Healthcare, Automotive/Diesel, Skilled Trades, Information Technology.

Lincoln Tech is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

Email: careers@lincolntech.edu

Website: www.lincolntech.edu/careers

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