Director of Student Success – Future Opportunities
Aviationinstituteofmaintenance · Fremont, CA · Posted Jun 2, 2026
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The Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) , established in 1969, is a premier institution dedicated to advancing the field of aviation maintenance through exceptional education and training. With 15 campuses nationwide, AIM is a cornerstone in the aviation industry, accounting for 20% of all students attending FAA-certified Airframe Powerplant (A P) schools across the country. Each year, AIM proudly contributes to the graduation of nearly one in four certified aircraft technicians in America.
At AIM, you'll become part of a dynamic team of educators and leaders, all united by a shared commitment to delivering top-notch training and ensuring student success. We are passionate about equipping the next generation of aircraft technicians with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the aviation industry. If you are eager to make a meaningful impact and help shape the future of aviation maintenance, AIM offers a rewarding environment where your contributions will truly matter.
Director of Student Success – Future Opportunities
Location : 420 Whitney Pl, Fremont, CA 94539
Schedule : 2 Days 9 - 6; 2 Days 10 - 7; Friday 8 - 5
Compensation : $80,000 to $95,000
Are you a strategic, student-center leader who is passionate about helping students achieve life-changing results?
Are you a hands-on leader who thrives in a performance-drive environment?
If so, we would love to hear from you!
We are building up a talent pool for future Director of Student Success opportunities.
About the Role
The Director of Student Success is critical to ensuring our students are supported, engaged, and successful from enrollment through graduation and into meaningful employment. In this role, you will lead across Student Services and Career Services , aligning teams, systems, and strategies to drive measurable outcomes in retention, certification, graduation, and job placement.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the Full Student Lifecycle
Design and lead campus-wide retention and persistence strategies
Partner closely with academic leadership to identify at-risk students and implement timely interventions
Ensure students stay on track to meet academic, FAA certification, and graduation milestones
Drive Certification and Graduation Success
Oversee processes tied to FAA certification readiness, testing milestones, as well as accurate scheduling, follow-up, and reporting of FAA written exams and related requirements
Lead graduation preparation activities, including exit interviews, completion reviews, and transition planning
Oversee Career Readiness and Graduate Placement
Lead strategies focused on job readiness, professionalism, and placement outcomes, including ensuring that students and graduates receive high-quality coaching
Build and maintain strong relationships with employers and industry partners
Lead, Develop, and Inspire Teams
Directly supervise student services and career services staff
Coach, mentor, and develop team members while fostering accountability and collaboration
Promote a unified culture that emphasizes proactive support and measurable outcomes
Support onboarding and training of new staff
Use Data to Drive Decisions
Monitor retention, certification, graduation, and placement data on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis
Analyze trends, identify risks, and implement improvement strategies
Ensure accurate documentation and reporting in student information systems and dashboards
Maintain compliance with all applicable institutional, regulatory and reporting requirements
Engage with the Campus Community
Represent student success during new student orientation and campus events
Lead or support career fairs, employer engagement events, certification readiness sessions, and commencement activities
Participate in program advisory committee meetings
Qualifications
Education
Associate's degree
Bachelor's or master's degree preferred
Experience
5+ years of experience in student services, career services, human resources, recruiting, or a related student-support field
Proven success in a performance-driven environment with documented measurable outcomes
Experience leading teams and managing performance
Skills
Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to interpret data and drive action
Student-focused mindset with a commitment to service excellence
Proficient with Microsoft Office and willing to learn new systems
A positive, team-oriented approach and willingness to work outside regular business hours and travel locally or overnight as needed
Benefits
We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package that supports your personal and professional well-being. Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:
401(k) with company match
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance options
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