Assistant Director of Admissions

Job Opportunity

Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University is looking for two Admissions Counselors (official title: Assistant Director of Admissions) to join our Office of Admissions. The role involves strategic recruitment planning, traveling nationally, building relationships with high school counselors, and maintaining communication with prospective students.

• Execute a strategic recruitment plan to meet enrollment goals.
• 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.

• Bachelor's degree required and at least one year of admissions or related experience preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to engage 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.
• Good follow‑through to see projects through to completion.
• Willingness to travel extensively (8‑10 weeks per academic year) and work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Support co‑workers in their assigned territories as needed.
• Analytical skills with knowledge of information systems and technical expertise with Microsoft operating systems (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook/email, Internet).

• Health Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, wellness programs, preventive care, and fitness memberships.
• Tuition Coverage: 100% tuition coverage for one undergraduate and one graduate degree for the employee, plus discounted rates for spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary, a 4% matching contribution, with no vesting period.
• Generous Time Off: 18 days of personal leave in first year, 9+ paid holidays including the day after Thanksgiving, and a week between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day.

The annual salary range for this position is in the low $40,000s, with final offer based on skills, qualifications, experience, and business needs.

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 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, genetic characteristics, age, religion, 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.