Job Description

The Opportunity  

The Assistant Campus Director (ACD) supports the overall administrative and operational functions of the Lakenheath/Mildenhall Campus. This position plays an important role in promoting Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and its academic programs to military and civilian communities through recruitment, public relations, marketing, and outreach initiatives.

The ACD provides academic advising and student support services, assists with enrollment and registration activities, monitors student progress and retention, and ensures compliance with University policies and procedures. This position also supports campus operations, maintains accurate student records, prepares reports, and collaborates closely with the Campus Director and other university departments to ensure effective campus administration and student success.

This is an in-person position at RAF Lakenheath/Mildenhall Airforce Base

About us 

For over 100 years, Embry-Riddle has been the world's leading aviation and aerospace university, educating more than 30,000 students across residential campuses in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona, as well as through a global network of Worldwide locations and online programs. With more than 165,000 alumni around the world, our impact reaches every corner of the aerospace, aviation, defense and technology industries. 

Today, our faculty, researchers and professional staff are advancing innovation across aviation, space, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, autonomous systems and next-generation engineering. Working alongside industry leaders, government agencies and innovators, they are solving real-world challenges and shaping the technologies that will define tomorrow. 

Whether you are an educator, researcher, administrator, technologist or industry professional, your work at Embry-Riddle will contribute to something bigger than a job. Join a community driven by discovery, purpose and excellence—and help shape the future of aerospace. 

• 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 role is up to $17.00. The final offer will be based on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience, as well as 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-secondary program of 18 months or more.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and have SOFA (Status of Forces Agreement) status.
• 0–1 year of related work experience.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Working knowledge of information systems, office procedures, and standard office equipment.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, troubleshoot issues, and work independently when needed.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with students, military personnel, civilian organizations, and university stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Aviation background or related experience preferred
• Experience working in higher education, student services, or military education environments is a plus

To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R312404. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include: 

• Cover letter 
• Resume 
• Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process) 

Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday. 

Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions — including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment — based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry-Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry-Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school-administered programs or activities. For further information, please visit our website. 

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