Assistant Director of Admissions

The Opportunity

Do you have a dynamic personality? Do you love speaking in public and engaging with large audiences? Are you known for your personable nature and genuine care for others? Do you excel at managing logistics and building meaningful relationships? Have you worked as an Admissions Counselor in higher education? If so, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's Office of Admissions would love to get to know you!

We currently have two openings for Admissions Counselors (official title: Assistant Director of Admissions).

In this role, you will execute a strategic recruitment plan using available resources to meet targeted enrollment goals. Responsibilities include traveling nationally to represent Embry-Riddle at college fairs and recruitment events, developing relationships with high school guidance counselors, educational consultants, and college counselors, maintaining ongoing communication with prospective students throughout the admissions process, and staying informed on industry trends and campus developments that may influence prospective students' decisions.

If you're passionate about helping students achieve their educational goals and thrive in a fast-paced, relationship-driven environment, we encourage you to apply.

Compensation

The annual salary range for this position is low $40,000s. The final offer will consider the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience, along with applicable state regulations, internal equity, and business needs, and may fall outside of the stated range.

Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!

• Health Benefits: Experience comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships. Our flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs. Join a workplace that prioritizes your health—because your journey to wellness should be rewarding! Buckle up for a healthier, happier you!
• Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution, with no vesting period.
• Generous Time Off: Relax with 18 days of personal leave in your first year. Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.

Qualifications

Required Education and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required and at least one year of admissions or related experience preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to deal positively with the public using good public relation skills
• Effective listening skills
• Establish and maintain excellent working relationship with others
• Be self-motivated and self assured
• Have the capacity to see projects through to successful completion (ie follow-up)
• Be willing to travel extensively (8-10 weeks per academic year), working evenings, weekends and possibly minor holidays
• Possess a valid drivers license with a good driving record.
• Support co-workers in their assigned territories as needed, to include, but not limited to travel and presentations.
• Analytical skills with knowledge of information systems and technical expertise with Microsoft operating systems, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook/email, and Internet end-user applications.

Application process/requirements

To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R311047. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include: Cover letter, Full Resume, Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process)