Are you looking for a career that helps change people’s lives and provides opportunity for growth and advancement? Do you enjoy helping people find their vocational purpose in life and guiding them through the initial process? Then we want you to help us solve global problems by preparing the next generation of trades leaders across the country.
Here at the Aviation Institute of Maintenance, we believe in the popular saying, “If you love what you do, you'll never work a day in your life." Take a look at what the many faces of our company has to say about what our company culture is like: https://youtu.be/fkFALCy_7pE
Position Purpose
This position is responsible for the vision, direction, and management of all services related to supporting student success while enrolled in the academic program, and career success during and after the completion of the program. The Director of Student Affairs is responsible for developing and employee cross departmental collaboration between Student Services and Career Services to create momentum for the college to achieve all student success objectives. In addition, this position is accountable for maintaining viable relationships with community and industry partners and potential employers, as well as oversee professional and career development services to help students obtain gainful, entry-level employment into their chosen career fields.
JOB FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Track, report, and supervise graduation and employment statistics through weekly and quarterly reporting for management and accreditation purposes.
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Oversee Student Services and Career Services Departments to ensure professional and career development services are made available and are accessible to students.
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Accountable for student outcomes and Student Services and Career Services goals.
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Make initial connection with student at New Student Orientation, outline goals and objectives of Student Services and Career Services.
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Conduct professional and career development workshops and seminars on a regular basis.
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Assist recent graduates, alumni, and active students in career placement efforts in accordance with all company policies and procedures, all applicable state and federal regulations, and all accrediting agencies’ standards and requirements.
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Secure Exit Interviews with pending graduates.
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Coordinate and execute multiple career events and employer events throughout the year.
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Maintain up-to-date knowledge of current certifications/requirements, and other industry standards for the school’s programs to ensure students are prepared to enter the career field.
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Establish and foster successful partnerships with community and industry partners as well employers to create a viable network of employment opportunities for students and graduates.
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Maintain and manage Graduation and Employment charts/binders for all programs to ensure compliance with accrediting standards.
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Hold two (2) Program Advisory Committee (PAC) meetings per year, to create opportunities for educators and in-field experts to offer input on potential program improvements.
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Document and maintain PAC Meeting minutes and provide input from PAC meetings to Educators.
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Participate in commencement ceremonies and related activities.
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Develop and maintain current job lists for active students and graduates.
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Participate in formal and informal mentoring of new employees to support onboarding, training, and joining a positive working culture that supports the institution and its students
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Perform and complete other tasks that may be assigned by Supervisor
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervise Student Services and Career Services staff
Education
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in either: a major field of study the school teaches; or b) Education, Psychology, Sociology, Counseling, Human Services or related field preferred
Experience/Skills
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A minimum of three (3) years of professional work in a major field of student the school teaches, or five (5) years of experience in Human Resources, Recruiting or other job placement position, preferably within the school program industry.
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Ability to work in a fast-paced, performance-driven, compliance-oriented educational environment
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Detail-oriented, analytical, highly organized, and have the ability to multi-task and work well under pressure
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Demonstrate a high level of integrity, strong work ethic, and professionalism
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Persuasive and effective verbal and written communication skills, with a strong focus on customer service in an educational setting
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Highly motivated and goal-oriented, with strong problem-solving skills
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Must be able to work independently and as collaborative team member and have exceptional interpersonal skills
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Excellent computer skills are required with proficiency in MS Office applications including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and Teams. CampusNexus experience a plus.
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Ability and willingness to work outside of regular work shifts, including evenings and/or weekends as necessary or as requested by Supervisor.
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Ability and willingness to travel locally or overnight occasionally for business.
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