Associate Director of COMPASS
Embry‑RiddleAbout the role
Job Description
Embry-Riddle: Celebrating 100 Years of Leadership in Aviation and Aerospace
As Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University marks its Centennial, we proudly celebrate 100 years of advancing the future of flight and aerospace education. With vibrant residential campuses in Daytona Beach, FL, and Prescott, AZ — and a Worldwide network spanning nearly 120 global locations — Embry-Riddle stands as the world’s largest aviation and aerospace university.
For a century, we have led innovation in STEM education, serving more than 30,000 students around the globe. Our cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space empower the next generation of leaders to shape the future of flight, exploration, and discovery.
As we launch our next century, we remain committed to excellence, innovation, and preparing graduates who will transform industries and redefine what is possible.
The Opportunity
The Center of Mentorship Programs and Student Success (COMPASS) is committed to helping students “navigate forward” by providing personalized guidance that enhances the overall educational experience and creates meaningful future opportunities. In response to significant recent growth and continued program expansion, COMPASS is seeking an Associate Director to support its evolving initiatives.
This full-time position works closely with the Director to oversee the daily operations of the COMPASS mentoring program and to support its continued development. The Associate Director plays a key leadership role in advancing program strategy, ensuring operational excellence, and supporting both student success and engagement across the institution.
Based at ERAU’s Worldwide Headquarters (WWHQ), this role supports Worldwide students while also contributing to strategic efforts to expand mentoring services to residential students as part of a broader university-wide initiative.
Key Job Responsibilities
Program Leadership & Development
Assist with the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of peer mentoring programs aligned with institutional goals
Support the development and ongoing updates of training curricula and resources for mentors and program participants
Assist in the establishment and refinement of program policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure consistency, quality, and effectiveness
Supervision & Staff Development
Supervise, train, and evaluate a team of Peer Mentors
Provide direct supervision and mentorship to graduate interns supporting program operations
Facilitate regular team meetings, professional development sessions, and performance evaluations
Foster an inclusive, supportive, and growth-oriented team environment
Data Management & Assessment
Track, analyze, and report program data, including student participation, engagement, and outcomes
Utilize data to inform decision-making, improve program effectiveness, and demonstrate impact
Prepare reports and presentations for university leadership and key stakeholders
Student Support & Engagement
Monitor student progress and intervene as needed to support mentee success
Collaborate with academic advisors, faculty, and student services to connect students with appropriate resources
Promote mentoring programs through outreach, events, and campus engagement initiatives
Collaboration & Outreach
Partner with campus departments to integrate mentoring into broader student success initiatives
Represent the mentoring program at university committees, events, and external conferences
Support diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts within mentoring programs
Professional Development & Engagement
Actively participate in ongoing professional development to enhance knowledge, skills, and program effectiveness
Attend and contribute to monthly roundtable discussions focused on mentoring best practices, student success strategies, and program innovation
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