Job Description

About Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University:  

At Embry-Riddle, we take pride in our position as the world's largest and most comprehensive university dedicated to aviation and aerospace. Located in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona, our esteemed residential campuses offer a prestigious educational experience. However, our commitment to education knows no borders as our Worldwide campus expands our reach globally, providing a world-class education online and at approximately 110 locations across the United States, Asia, Europe, and Central and South America. This breadth of reach ensures that students can access our exceptional programs without geographical limitations. 

With a history spanning nearly a century, we have continually adapted to the dynamic needs of the industries we support. In the Academic Year 2022-23, we welcomed over 11,100 students to our residential campuses and over 19,000 students at our worldwide campus.  

Join our global community and embark on a journey of academic excellence and limitless possibilities. Employees working more than 30 hours a week can enjoy medical, dental and vision benefits, an amazing retirement plan with immediate vesting that includes a 6% gift and up to 4% match, free tuition for employees and their immediate family members, and a generous personal leave program. To find out more about our benefits and why ERAU has been named a “Great College to Work For” for 13 consecutive years, visit our careers page.     

The Opportunity:  

Do you enjoy engaging with graduate students throughout their academic lifecycle? Or do you have enhanced communication skills to network and interact with corporate employers, virtual or face-to-face? Would you consider yourself to be a dynamic, flexible, and adaptable employee able to perform well in ambiguous and fast-paced situations?" If so, please consider applying for ERAU Worldwide's Career Support Manager, Career Services position.

This entry level position is excellent for the candidate ready to apply personal and professional initiative while representing Worldwide Career Services and the Dean of Students Office. The position assists the Executive Director and Associate Director of Career Services in developing, implementing, and managing strategic initiatives and operations related to Career Services. Assist with student career planning, team operations, development of activities, and the administrative processing of student applications for the Co-op/Internships (COIN) Program. The position will assist with the implementation and management of Handshake, the ERAU Career Services software platform system, for WW students, alumni, and staff. Assist in the planning and execution of Worldwide Industry/Career Expos in various modalities as well as assistance with graduation-related activities.

This position also requires strong communication skills (verbal and written) as well as additional essential core competencies including critical thinking, digital technology, and professionalism. The selected candidate will assess, track, and provide career-related resources and services, including career and interview preparation and resume building. The Career Support Manager will also collaborate with the Daytona Beach and Prescott Career Service Offices, the ERAU Alumni Association, Office of Professional Education, and related internal departments. 

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• (1-3) years of related professional experience

Required Skills, Knowledge Abilities:

• Experience working with non-traditional students and in various learning modalities
• Ability to apply interpersonal skills with internal and external stakeholders at all levels
• Analytical skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience working in Higher Education positions
• Excellent business communication skills