Assistant Director of Admissions

Responsibilities

• Travel nationally to represent Embry-Riddle at college fairs and recruitment events.
• Develop relationships with high school guidance counselors, educational consultants, and college counselors.
• Maintain ongoing communication with prospective students throughout the admissions process.
• Stay informed on industry trends and campus developments that may influence prospective students' decisions.

Requirements

• 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 relations skills.
• Effective listening skills.
• Establish and maintain excellent working relationships with others.
• Be self-motivated and self-assured.
• Have the capacity to see projects through to successful completion (ie follow-up).
• 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.
• Have analytical skills with knowledge of information systems and technical expertise with Microsoft operating systems, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook/email, and Internet end-user applications.

Qualifications

• Required Education and Qualifications: Bachelor's degree required and at least one year of admissions or related experience preferred.

Benefits

• Health Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness programs, flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• Tuition Coverage: 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: Up to 18 days of paid leave in your first year, including 3 days granted upon hire and 15 days accrued throughout the year. Nine additional paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day.