Assistant Director of Admissions

AIM, established in 1969, is a premier institution dedicated to advancing the field of aviation maintenance through exceptional education and training. With 15 campuses nationwide, AIM accounts for 20% of all students attending FAA-certified Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) schools across the country and graduates nearly one in four certified aircraft technicians in America each year.

About the Role

We are seeking a strategic, results-driven Assistant Director of Admissions (ADOA) to support and help lead the campus admissions team. This leadership role is ideal for a performance-focused professional passionate about student success and experienced in driving enrollment growth within a metrics-driven environment. The ADOA partners closely with the Director of Admissions to oversee the full inquiry-to-enrollment cycle, ensuring prospective students receive a seamless, compliant, and high-quality admissions experience. You will coach, mentor, and develop admissions representatives while maintaining accountability for individual and team performance goals. This role requires strong leadership, collaboration across departments, and the ability to balance hands-on recruitment efforts with departmental oversight.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with the Director of Admissions (DOA) to lead the campus admissions department through the complete inquiry cycle to recruit and enroll students to meet departmental targets (the ADOA will be expected to work individual leads as needed)
• Train, support, mentor, lead, and facilitate the development of admissions staff
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments (Financial Aid, Marketing, etc.) to ensure a seamless admissions process for prospective students while maintaining compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures
• Conduct school tours and attend open houses and weekend events; support student orientations
• Develop and maintain ongoing relationships with prospective students from enrollment through graduation
• Maintain departmental files on applicable regulatory standards, policies, and procedures
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Director of Admissions

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; BS/BA preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of demonstrated success in an admissions or similar, metrics-driven position
• Effective, flexible, high-performance leadership and team management skills
• Ability to coach and assist in the growth and development of individual Admissions team members
• Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills
• Consultative approach with excellent listening skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Organizational and time management skills
• Positive, team-oriented attitude; flexibility to work outside scheduled hours when needed

Schedule

• Monday–Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM (with one late day 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM)
• Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• At least one Saturday a month: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Pay

Up to $31–$33/hour, based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance options
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off (PTO) to promote work-life balance
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support