Career Success Coordinator New Dallas (Irving), TX

Aviation Maintenance; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Comprehensive health, dental, and vis—

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

EAP

Job summary

AIM, Aviation Institute of Maintenance in Irving, TX, seeks a Career Success Coordinator to guide students from enrollment through graduation into employment. You will manage a caseload, support certification readiness, and partner with employers to prepare students for placement.

This full-time role requires 1–2 years in student services or related fields, strong communication, and the ability to work with a schedule that includes local travel.

Qualifications

• Education requirements include a high school diploma or GED.
• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
• 1–2 years in student services or related roles.
• Experience in a proprietary post-secondary setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Actively manage a student caseload and meet performance metrics.
• Support certification readiness, career planning, and job placement preparation.
• Engage students early and build relationships to aid placement.
• Document interactions and contribute to weekly/monthly reporting.

Skills

Student services

Relationship building

Communication skills

MS Office

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Training Tomorrow's Techniciansto Become Skilled, Employable and Essential.

About Us- Big Changes, Better Benefits - Join us today!

TheAviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM),establishedin 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 ofnearly onein four certifiedaircrafttechnicians 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.

Location: Aviation Institute of Maintenance, 400 E Airport Freeway, Irving, TX. 75062

Schedule:

• Monday–Thursday:
  • Two days: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Two days: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• Saturday: Once per month, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Compensation: Up to $30.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

Are you passionate about student advocacy and career development?Do you enjoy building strong relationships with employers and students alike?

About the Role

The Career Success Coordinatorhelpsstudents successfully transition from enrollment to graduation and into meaningful employment. This position supports students throughout the full student lifecycle by proactively driving certification completion, career readiness, and placement preparation.

As aCareer Success Coordinator, you willengage students earlytobuild strong and consistent relationships, supporting them through certification and placement.

Key Responsibilities

Performance & Accountability

• Actively manage a student caseload and meet defined performance metrics, which mayinclude:
• Retention and persistence
• Certification readiness and attainment
• Graduation progression
• Career readiness and placement-related leading indicators
• Contribute to a performance-driven culture focused on measurable student outcomes

Student Engagement & Advocacy

• Serve as a consistent point of contact and career readiness advocate for assigned students, building trust, rapport, and accountability
• Proactively identify and address barriers to certification readiness and job placement

Certification Support

• Partner withtheeducationteamand studentsuccesscoordinators tomonitorcertification readiness anddrive certification outcomes

Career Readiness & Placement Preparation

• Introduce career readiness concepts early in the student journey, including resume development, professional behavior, and labor market awareness
• Support students and graduates with career planning, job search strategies, and interview preparation
• Coordinate with employer engagement and career services partners to prepare students for successful entry into the placement window
• Assist with job applications, documentation, and placement-related follow-up as assigned

Data, Documentation & Compliance

• Accurately documentallstudent interactions,engagementactivities,outcomes, and supporting materials
• Participate in cohort tracking, G&E chart confirmation, and required audits, including weekly and monthly reporting tied to student success metrics
• Support,participateinand/orfacilitateworkshops, application stations, commencement,alumni events, career fairs, and certification readiness activities

Other Duties

• Performadditionalresponsibilities as assigned by thesupervisor, including onboarding and ongoing training related to student success systems, performance metrics, and operational processes

Qualifications

• Education
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Associate or bachelor's degree preferred
• Experience
  • 1–2 years of experience in student services, career services, advising, workforce development, recruiting, or a related support role
  • 1 year of related experience in a proprietary (for profit), post-secondary educational setting preferred
• Skills
  • Strong problem-solving, organizational, and written and verbal communication skills with a student-centered approach
  • Comfortable working in a metrics-driven environment with shared accountability
  • 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

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 from day one of employment
• Life insurance options
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off (PTO) to promote work-life balance
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support

We are committed to fostering a workplace that values integrity, growth, and student success.

AIM 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.

Voluntary Self-Identification

For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey.Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiringprocess or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in aconfidential file.

As set forth in Aviation Institute of Maintenance’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection.As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measurethe effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categoriesis as follows:

A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.

A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service.

An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense.

An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985.