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Most unprofessional place you could ever worked at - Admissions Coordinator Southeastern College Employee Review

1.0
31 Mar 2025
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Pros

Competitive pay at a high cost: your mental health, so nothing!

Cons

Working as an Admissions Coordinator at Southeastern College was one of the most frustrating and disheartening experiences of my career. The management, from direct supervisors to the campus president, is completely incompetent and lacks any sense of professionalism or integrity. Horrible Management: There is absolutely no support or guidance from leadership. Expectations are unrealistic, and communication is inconsistent at best. Management is more concerned with micromanaging and pushing numbers than actually fostering a positive environment for employees or students, education costs are extremely high. Any concerns brought up are ignored or dismissed entirely. Toxic Work Environment: Favoritism runs rampant, and hard work goes unnoticed unless you're part of the inner circle. Instead of cultivating teamwork, management pits employees against each other, creating a stressful and demoralizing workplace. Turnover is extremely high because people either burn out or realize they deserve better. Leadership is a complete disaster. Instead of fostering a supportive work environment, they thrive on favoritism, gossip, and toxic micromanagement. There is zero accountability, and employees who voice concerns are either ignored or pushed out. The focus is solely on enrollment numbers, even if it means misleading students about their future prospects. They turn a blind eye to unethical behavior, fostering an environment where dishonesty and unprofessional conduct thrive.

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5.0
16 Feb 2026
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Pros

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.

Cons

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

3.0
12 Feb 2026
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Pros

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

Cons

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

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