Director of Admissions

The role

The Director of Admissions provides strategic leadership for the campus Admissions department to achieve enrollment goals. This role oversees recruitment strategy, team performance, and operational effectiveness.

What you will do

• Develop and execute a comprehensive enrollment strategy.
• Analyze enrollment data and market trends.
• Manage the full inquiry-to-enrollment cycle.
• Ensure applicants meet admissions requirements including documentation, testing, background checks, and interviews.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the Enrollment team.
• Recruit, hire, train, and evaluate team members.
• Conduct regular team meetings, coaching sessions, and performance reviews.
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies, regulatory standards, and ethical admissions practices.
• Oversee accurate and timely data entry in CampusNexus.
• Complete required reporting including the Weekly Executive Director’s Report.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 5+ years of management or leadership experience
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail
• High level of integrity and professionalism
• Excellent communication and persuasive skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, performance-driven environment

Nice to have

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, or related field
• Minimum two years of experience serving as a Director of Enrollment or Director of Admissions
• Experience leading enrollment operations in a fast-paced, compliance-oriented environment
• Experience with CampusNexus

Benefits

• 401(k) and Matching
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

About the company

The Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM), established in 1969, is a premier institution dedicated to advancing the field of aviation maintenance through exceptional education and training. It has 15 campuses nationwide.