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Aviation Institute of Maintenance · 17 hours ago

Director of Student Success

positionHasbrouck Heights, NJ
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityLead/Staff, Director/Executive
money$80K/yr - $92K/yr
date5+ years exp

The Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) is a premier institution dedicated to advancing the field of aviation maintenance through exceptional education and training. They are seeking a Director of Student Success to lead and manage the Student Services and Career Services teams, ensuring high-quality student support and driving retention and job placement efforts.

EducationHigher EducationTraining

Responsibilities

Lead and manage Student Services and Career Services teams, ensuring consistent, high-quality student support
Drive student retention and persistence strategies using proactive outreach, coaching, and data-informed interventions
Oversee certification readiness, ensuring students complete required academic and FAA certification milestones prior to graduation and ensure timely program completion and graduation clearance
Lead career readiness and job placement efforts, monitoring placement metrics and employer engagement
Partner with Academics, campus leadership, and corporate teams to align strategy and improve outcomes
Monitor and report performance metrics related to retention, certification, graduation, and placement

Qualification

Student Services managementCareer Services managementLeadership experienceMetrics-driven environmentBilingual (Spanish/English)People managementCommunication skillsCross-functional collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree required
5+ years of leadership experience in Student Services, Career Services, Student Success, or related education support roles OR 3+ years in aviation education leadership
Proven people management experience
Demonstrated success improving retention, certification completion, and job placement outcomes
Experience working in metrics-driven, performance-focused environments
Strong communication, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration skills

Preferred

Bilingual (Spanish/English) a strong plus

Benefits

401(k) and Matching: Secure your future with our competitive retirement savings plan.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Enjoy Health, Dental, and Vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy.
Life Insurance: Peace of mind with life insurance options.
Parental Leave: Support for new parents during important life transitions.
Paid Time Off: Recharge with paid time off to promote work-life balance.
Employee Assistance Program: Access to resources for personal and professional support.
Tuition Reimbursement: Invest in your future with financial support for further education.

Company

Aviation Institute of Maintenance

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Aviation Institute of Maintenance provides education and personal enrichment for students interested in the Aviation Maintenance profession.
dateFounded in 1969
location
Duluth, Georgia, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
http://www.aviationmaintenance.edu/

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Mark Lawrence
Partnership Developer
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