At a Glance
- Tasks: Support campus operations and deliver top-notch student services to military and civilian communities.
- Company: Join Embry-Riddle, the leading aviation and aerospace university with a century of excellence.
- Benefits: Enjoy generous time off, 100% tuition coverage, and retirement contributions.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth and collaboration with campus leadership.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on students' academic journeys while promoting a prestigious university.
- Qualifications: Associate's degree and strong customer service skills required; experience in higher education preferred.
The Assistant Campus Director plays a key role in supporting campus operations while delivering high-quality student services and outreach to both military and civilian communities. This position collaborates closely with campus leadership to ensure the successful delivery of university programs, student advising services, and enrollment support.
The Assistant Campus Director provides academic advising to prospective and current students, assisting with program selection, degree planning, course registration, and degree completion timelines. The role supports student success by monitoring academic progress, providing retention support, and connecting students with university resources such as admissions, financial services, and veteran services.
In addition to advising responsibilities, this position actively promotes the university through outreach initiatives including college fairs, military briefings, and engagement with local organizations. The Assistant Campus Director helps maintain strong relationships with installation education offices and community partners while representing the university in a professional and service-focused manner.
This role also supports campus operations by maintaining student records, monitoring enrollment trends, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with university policies and procedures. The Assistant Campus Director may act on behalf of campus leadership when needed and contributes to the overall success and operational effectiveness of the campus.
This is an in-person position at Lakenheath/Mildenhall Air Force Base.
Generous Time Off
Enjoy up to 18 days of paid leave in your first year, including 3 days granted upon hire and 15 days accrued throughout the year. You'll also receive 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day.
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 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution - with no vesting period.
Personal Leave
Relax with 15 days of personal leave for non-exempt employees or 18 days for exempt full-time employees in your first year.
Compensation
The hourly rate for this position is $17.00. The final offer will consider the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience, along with applicable state regulations, internal equity, and business needs, and may fall outside of the stated range.
Qualifications
- Required Education and Qualifications: Associate's degree or completion of a post-high school program of 18 months or more. Must be a U.S. Citizen and have SOFA status.
- Required Experience: 0-1 years of relevant professional experience in higher education, student services, enrollment management, advising, or administrative support.
- Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail. Excellent customer service and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to advise and support students through academic planning and university processes. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and other information systems. Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain accurate student records and documentation. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work collaboratively with campus leadership, faculty, and university departments.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in higher education, student advising, enrollment services, or academic administration. Experience working with military-connected students or within a military installation environment.
Assistant Campus Director in Mildenhall employer: embryriddle
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. Located at Lakenheath/Mildenhall Air Force Base, the university provides generous benefits including comprehensive tuition coverage, substantial paid leave, and a robust retirement plan, all while fostering a community dedicated to innovation and excellence in the aerospace field. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students and contribute to shaping the future of aviation and aerospace education.