"Site Director, Seattle"

Job Description

Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace

With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach, FL and Prescott, AZ, plus a Worldwide network across approximately 120 locations, Embry-Riddle stands as the world’s largest aviation and aerospace university. For over 95 years, we've been pioneering education in STEM fields, serving over 11,600 residential students and 19,200 globally in the 2023-24 academic year with cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space.

The Opportunity

Serves as Worldwide U.S. Site Director for specific civilian locations throughout the United States. The Site Director is responsible for both the Academic and Operational tasks of the Worldwide site including academic advising, F1 Visa (Academic Student) program management, budget, compliance, facility oversight, and University support (to include community relations). Works cooperatively with constituents from other departments and represents Worldwide Site Management as a leader. Coordinates with the Program Manager and Senior Director of Operations in determining yearly and monthly budgets, engagement and outreach activities in the community, routine compliance reviews, and University support. Works with Worldwide Advising leadership in the execution of academic policy and program changes for awareness.

Always promotes a positive University image. This position supports and promotes excellence in student services and community interaction at every opportunity throughout all U.S. locations. Participates as a team member and supports our team environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise and support students on academic planning, course registration, financial aid, and university policies to ensure timely degree progression and retention.
• Monitor student performance, proactively conduct outreach at key milestones, and manage academic concerns such as probation or conditional admission.
• Serve as SEVIS liaison for F-1 students, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and assisting with CPT/OPT processes.
• Collaborate with faculty and university departments to resolve student issues, support course completion, and coordinate graduation and transition activities.
• Assist with site operations including budgeting, event planning, compliance, and coordination with university leadership and external agencies.

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

Application process/requirements

To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R310045. 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)

Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.

Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions — including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment — based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school-administered programs or activities. For further information, please visit our website.