Poor upper management - Anonymous employee Southeastern College Employee Review

I’ve been with Southeastern College for nearly three years, and it’s been a rewarding experience. The institution is student-centered, outcomes-driven, and supportive of faculty and staff. Leadership encourages collaboration and continuous improvement, and there’s a strong sense of purpose in preparing students for successful careers.

As with many growing institutions, processes and systems continue to evolve, which can require flexibility during periods of change.

1. Competitive Salary $55,000 salary (strong for admissions/enrollment roles depending on market) Overtime pay offered (even if limited) 2. Adequate Training Training was relevant to the job description Provided proper context of expectations Sufficient onboarding to perform duties effectively 3. Sufficient Technology Technology systems allowed you to perform job duties adequately Tools were available to complete required tasks 4. Work Environment (Initially) Friendly atmosphere at first Clean workplace Professional physical environment

1. Work Schedule Issues Erratic and inconsistent scheduling Required flexibility without predictability Overtime available but limited 2. Performance Metrics Unattainable and continuously increasing targets Metrics did not adjust for seasonal enrollment changes Pressure-based performance culture 3. High Staff Turnover Frequent turnover in admissions and financial aid New/inexperienced financial aid staff led to: Application rejections Delays in processing Enrollment disruptions Instability negatively affected team performance and morale 4. Leadership & Management Concerns President bypassed HR in hiring/firing decisions Centralized decision-making with little structure Micromanagement culture Erratic, reactive leadership style Poor communication and direction Excessive hands-on oversight Decisions made “on the fly” 5. Workplace Culture & Professionalism Concerns Allegations of inappropriate relationships between leadership and staff Perceived favoritism or personal bias in termination decisions Ethical concerns affecting morale and trust 6. Administrative / Operational Issues Inadequate parking requiring early arrival Clumsy timekeeping software for clock-in/clock-out Payment tracking frustrations 7. Micromanagement Consistent oversight beyond reasonable management Limited autonomy Reduced sense of ownership