Campus Assistant Director
About the job
- A bachelor's degree is required.
- At least 2 years of office management or admissions experience, including at least 1 year in a proprietary school setting, is required.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse teams and student populations are required.
- Strong organizational, multitasking, and initiative skills are required.
- A business-oriented mindset and passion for education and student success are required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required.
- The ability to communicate confidently and solve problems calmly and creatively is required.
- Flexibility and availability to work outside scheduled hours when needed, as directed by the supervisor, are required.
- Supervise department leaders in Financial Aid, Bursar, and Career Services and provide support across operational areas.
- Monitor team productivity and provide backup for vacancies across Financial Aid, Student Services, and Registrar functions.
- Track attendance, support payroll processing, and ensure timely data and report submissions.
- Assist with accreditation reporting, policy updates, employee grievance reviews, and staff and student issue resolution.
- Partner with Corporate Human Resources, Marketing, and Compliance teams on staffing, communication, and outreach projects.
- Help maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive environment on campus and online.
- Coordinate with Admissions, Financial Aid, Career Services, and other departments to foster alignment and shared success.
- Work with the Campus Executive Director on initiatives to improve campus performance and community impact.
- Ensure accreditation and regulatory standards are met through audits and proactive improvements.
- Knowledge of Campus Vue.
- Familiarity with SharePoint or social media platforms.
About the company
Cotulla Education runs a network of career-focused schools and training centers that prepare students for in-demand trades and technical careers. Its brands include the Aviation Institute of Maintenance, Centura College, Tidewater Tech, and the American Lineman College, spanning about 20 campus locations in the United States. Courses blend hands-on training with online study, backed by a Career Services team to help with job placement, and tuition and fees generate revenue. The company partners with employers to create employment pathways and maintains digital platforms for student support; its goal is to reduce labor shortages by equipping graduates with market-ready skills and helping them find work in fields like aviation, healthcare, IT, and electrical line-work.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Founded
2024
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Aviation.co reached 3,000 qualified waitlist sign-ups within six months, showing strong demand.
- Cotulla opened 12 open roles in August 2026, indicating active hiring momentum.
- American Lineman College acquisition in October 2025 adds exposure to utility lineworker shortages.
What critics are saying
- Aviation.co waitlist growth does not prove enrollments or tuition conversion.
- Safety director hiring after 2026 assessment suggests campus security concerns across 21 locations.
- American Lineman College acquisition expands execution risk while diluting focus from aviation maintenance.
What makes Cotulla Education unique
- AIM spans 15 campuses, making Cotulla the largest FAA-certified aviation maintenance network.
- Cotulla combines schools, Aviation.co, and Aviation.edu into one recruiting and retention funnel.
- Jason Pfaff hired Chief David Perry in 2026, signaling enterprise-level campus operations discipline.
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Benefits
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
↑ 14%1 year growth
↑ 15%2 year growth
↑ 15%Cotulla Education has appointed Chief David L. Perry (Ret.) as Director of Safety and Security to oversee physical security programmes across its 21 campuses. The campuses span four workforce education brands: Aviation Institute of Maintenance, Tidewater Tech, Centura College and American Lineman College. Chief Perry brings nearly 30 years of law enforcement and campus public safety experience from senior roles at Florida State University, the University of North Carolina and Clemson University. He contributed to the President's Task Force on 21st Century Policing and leads Safer Together, a national law enforcement safety strategy developed with the US Department of Justice. The appointment follows Chief Perry's work as lead consultant on Cotulla Education's campus safety assessment initiative. He holds a Master of Public Administration from Albany State University.
Cotulla Education appoints Chief David L. Perry (Ret.) as Director of Safety and Security. Nationally recognized campus safety expert joins to lead enterprise-wide physical security initiative across 21 campuses VIRGINIA BEACH, Va.-(BUSINESS WIRE)-Cotulla Education today announced the appointment of Chief David L. Perry (Ret.) as Director of Safety and Security. In this newly established role, Chief Perry will lead the company's comprehensive physical security program across all 21 campuses spanning four workforce education brands: Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM), Tidewater Tech, Centura College, and American Lineman College. Chief Perry brings nearly 30 years of law enforcement and campus public safety experience to Cotulla Education, having served in senior leadership roles at Florida State University, the University of North Carolina, and Clemson University. He is a contributor to the Final Report of the President's Task Force on 21st Century Policing, and currently serves as Program Lead for Safer Together, a national law enforcement safety and wellness strategy developed in partnership with the U.S. Department of Justice and Bureau of Justice Assistance. "Campus safety is foundational to our mission," said Jason Pfaff, CEO of Cotulla Education. "David brings an extraordinary depth of experience, and his national perspective on campus public safety makes him exactly the right person to lead this work. We are thrilled to welcome him to the team." Chief Perry's appointment follows his role as the lead consultant on Cotulla Education's structured safety assessment initiative, which is currently underway across all 21 campuses. His transition from external advisor to internal director reflects the company's commitment to embedding safety expertise at the leadership level. "I am honored to join Cotulla Education at such an important moment," said Chief Perry. "The investment this organization is making in the safety and well-being of its students and staff is genuine, and I look forward to building something lasting." Chief Perry holds a Master of Public Administration from Albany State University and a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Albany State College. He is certified by the International Association of Directors of Law Enforcement Standards and Training to provide credit-earning instruction in all 50 states. About Cotulla Education Cotulla Education is a premier network of career-focused institutions dedicated to preparing students for success in skilled trades and technical professions. Through its family of schools - including the Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM), Centura College, and Tidewater Tech - Cotulla Education delivers hands-on, industry-driven training that meets the growing demand for highly skilled professionals. With campuses across the United States, Cotulla provides students with pathways to rewarding careers in aviation, healthcare, information technology, business, and skilled trades, empowering graduates to fill vital roles in today's workforce.
Big Human has partnered with Cotulla Education to launch two digital platforms addressing aviation workforce shortages. Aviation.edu focuses on career discovery and educational support, whilst Aviation.co serves as an industry-wide community platform for mentorship and knowledge-sharing. The initiative responds to projected shortfalls of tens of thousands of aviation maintenance professionals in the US over the next decade, driven by retirements outpacing new training programme entrants. The platforms aim to expand career awareness and provide sustained digital support throughout professionals' careers. Since launching, Aviation.co has generated over 750,000 social views, 20,000 organic impressions and 3,000 qualified waitlist sign-ups within six months. Big Human provided strategy, design, development and growth marketing for the partnership.