Campus Assistant Director

Training Tomorrow's Technicians to Become Skilled, Employable, and Essential

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At Cotulla Education, home to the Aviation Institute of Maintenance, Centura College, and Tidewater Tech, we are dedicated to transforming lives through hands-on, career-focused education. Our mission is to empower students to achieve their professional dreams in high-demand fields like aviation, healthcare, information technology, and skilled trades. With experienced faculty providing personalized support, our graduates emerge as future leaders ready to make a significant impact in their communities. Join us in shaping the careers of those who will build and maintain our world and embark on a transformative journey towards a fulfilling career. 

Step into a role where leadership meets purpose and your organizational talent drives campus success. 

 At the Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM), we’re not just shaping the future of aviation—we’re empowering the leaders behind the scenes who make it all possible.

If you're a proactive, people-focused professional who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment, this is your launchpad.

Why This Role Matters

As the Campus Assistant Director, you're the strategic right hand to the Campus Executive Director—a problem-solver, communicator, and compliance champion who keeps the engine of campus operations running at full throttle.

From managing compliance and supervising departments to building staff cohesion and supporting students, you’ll be at the heart of what makes our campus a thriving, successful environment.

Your Impact

• Operational Excellence: Keep our daily administrative functions seamless and efficient across departments.

• Compliance Leadership: Ensure accreditation and regulatory standards are met, with regular audits and proactive improvements.

• Cross-Departmental Synergy: Coordinate with Admissions, Financial Aid, Career Services, and beyond to foster alignment and shared success.

• Strategic Partnership: Work side-by-side with the Campus Executive Director on initiatives to elevate performance and community impact.
• Cultural Influence: Support a collaborative, student-centered culture that prioritizes integrity, accountability, and growth.

What You’ll Do

• Supervise Financial Aid department and provide key support across all 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/report submissions.
• Assist in compliance and accreditation reporting, policy updates, employee grievance reviews, and staff/student issue resolution.
• Partner with Corporate HR, Marketing, and Compliance teams on staffing, communication, and outreach projects.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree (required)
  
  
• A background in campus auditing processes, policy enforcement, and maintaining accreditation and compliance frameworks
  
  
• 2+ years of office management or admissions experience, including at least 1 year in a proprietary school setting
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse teams and student populations
• Business-savvy mindset with a passion for education and student success
  
• A confident communicator and calm, creative problem-solver

Preferred Extras:

• Knowledge of CampusNexus
  
  
• Familiarity with SharePoint or social media platforms
  
  
• Familiarity with Title IV and VA funding

Schedule: 

• Standard business hours Monday-Friday with one late from 11:00 am-8:00 pm EST
  
  
• Occasional weekends for open house and campus events 

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $75,000–$85,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications 

Benefits That Work for You:

• 401(k) with employer matching

• Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance and Paid Parental Leave

• Paid Time Off and Retirement Plan

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Employee Assistance Program

Your Next Chapter Starts Here

If you’re ready to be the heartbeat of campus operations and a go-to leader for your team, we want to hear from you.

At AIM, you don’t just support education—you help shape futures. Apply today. Let’s take off—together.

Cotulla Education is a proud equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes to the success of our company and are dedicated to fostering a culture of respect, equity, and inclusion.