Career Services Coordinator

Career Services Coordinator (Career Success Coordinator)

Location: 459 NJ-17, Hasbrouck Heights, NJ 07604
Compensation: $20–$28 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
Employment: Full Time
Schedule: Monday–Friday, including two evening shifts per week and one Saturday per month

Work Hours

• Three weekdays: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Two weekdays: 11:00 AM–8:00 PM
• One Saturday per month: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (a weekday off is provided when scheduled to work Saturday)

Help Students Turn Their Education Into Meaningful Careers!

Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) is seeking a Career Success Coordinator to join our Hasbrouck Heights, NJ campus team.

In this role, you'll help students stay on track toward graduation, prepare for industry certifications, and develop the skills and confidence they need to launch successful careers. From career coaching and resume development to interview preparation and job search support, you'll play an important role in helping students achieve their professional goals.

If you have experience in student services, career advising, workforce development, recruiting, or career coaching and enjoy helping others succeed, we'd love to hear from you!

What You'll Do

Student Success & Career Coaching

• Build strong relationships with assigned students, providing ongoing guidance and support throughout their educational journey.
• Proactively identify and address barriers that may impact student retention, certification readiness, graduation, and employment.
• Manage an assigned student caseload and monitor progress toward student success goals.
• Encourage student engagement, accountability, and career readiness.

Career Readiness & Employment Preparation

• Help students and graduates develop resumes, prepare for interviews, and navigate the job search process.
• Provide career coaching, job search strategies, and guidance on professional workplace expectations.
• Assist with job applications, employment documentation, and placement-related follow-up.
• Collaborate with employer engagement and career services teams to prepare students for employment opportunities.

Certification & Graduation Support

• Partner with education and student success teams to monitor student progress and certification readiness.
• Encourage students to complete required certifications and stay on track toward graduation.
• Support campus initiatives designed to improve certification attainment and student outcomes.

Student Engagement, Reporting & Campus Collaboration

• Maintain accurate records of student interactions, progress, career readiness activities, and employment outcomes.
• Track student success metrics, including retention, certification progress, graduation, and placement readiness.
• Participate in required reporting, audits, and student progress reviews.
• Support campus workshops, career fairs, employer events, commencement activities, and alumni engagement initiatives.
• Collaborate with campus teams to strengthen student success and career outcomes.
• Perform other related duties and participate in ongoing training as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred

Experience

• 1–2 years of experience in student services, career services, academic advising, career counseling, workforce development, recruiting, employment placement, or a related support role
• Experience in a postsecondary educational setting, particularly a proprietary (for-profit) institution, preferred

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a passion for helping students achieve their goals
• Ability to build relationships, motivate others, and provide supportive, solutions-focused guidance
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities, tracking student progress, and working toward measurable outcomes
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and willingness to learn student information and career services systems
• A collaborative, team-oriented approach and flexibility to work scheduled evening and Saturday hours
• Willingness to travel locally or overnight as needed

Benefits

At Aviation Institute of Maintenance, we value the contributions of our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your personal and professional well-being.

Full-time employees are eligible for:

• 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance options
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Make a Difference in a Student's Future

At AIM, student success goes beyond the classroom. Our goal is to help students develop the skills, confidence, and career readiness needed to pursue meaningful employment in the aviation industry.

As a Career Success Coordinator, you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact by helping students overcome challenges, achieve important milestones, and take the next step toward their careers.

Apply today and help the next generation of aviation professionals succeed!