Site Advisor

Job Description The Opportunity The Site Advisor serves as a key representative of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Worldwide Campus and is responsible for supporting the academic and operational needs of an assigned site location. This position provides comprehensive academic advising and student support while also contributing to site operations, community engagement, compliance, facility coordination, and University initiatives. The Site Advisor counsels students regarding degree requirements, academic policies and procedures, course planning, registration, financial aid and tuition assistance options, and progression toward degree completion. The position proactively engages with students throughout their academic journey, including students who may be experiencing academic challenges or are at risk of attrition, and develops individualized student success plans when appropriate. In addition to academic advising, the Site Advisor supports the effective operation of the assigned site by coordinating with university departments, faculty, community partners, government and military representatives, and other stakeholders. Responsibilities may include supporting on-site course enrollment and outreach initiatives, graduation activities, facility needs, scheduling, technology requirements, emergency preparedness, inventory, compliance activities, and budget and expense management. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong judgment, communication, organizational, analytical, and relationship-building skills and will serve as a positive representative of Embry-Riddle while promoting excellence in student services and community engagement. About us For over 100 years, Embry-Riddle has been the world's leading aviation and aerospace university, educating more than 30,000 students across residential campuses in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona, as well as through a global network of Worldwide locations and online programs. With more than 165,000 alumni around the world, our impact reaches every corner of the aerospace, aviation, defense and technology industries. Today, our faculty, researchers and professional staff are advancing innovation across aviation, space, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, autonomous systems and next-generation engineering. Working alongside industry leaders, government agencies and innovators, they are solving real-world challenges and shaping the technologies that will define tomorrow. Whether you are an educator, researcher, administrator, technologist or industry professional, your work at Embry-Riddle will contribute to something bigger than a job. Join a community driven by discovery, purpose and excellence—and help shape the future of aerospace. Generous Time Off: Enjoy up to 18 days of paid leave in your first year, including 3 days granted upon hire and 15 days accrued throughout the year. You'll also receive 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day. Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26. Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution – with no vesting period. Personal Leave: Relax with 15 days of personal leave for non-exempt employees or 18 days for exempt full-time employees in your first year. Compensation The hourly range for this role is $21.10 + $9.14. The final offer will be based on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience, as well as applicable state regulations, internal equity, and business needs, and may fall outside of the stated range. Qualifications Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. Three to five years of related professional experience. Experience providing academic advising, student services, or comparable support to students or clients. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate information and make appropriate decisions independently. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook/Email, and SharePoint. Experience working with information systems and internet-based applications. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, University departments, and external stakeholders. Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities while maintaining accurate records and meeting established deadlines. Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and established guidelines. Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, recognize potential issues or hazards, and take appropriate action with limited supervision. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in higher education or a university environment. Experience with student information systems, advising platforms, or customer relationship management systems. Experience supporting site operations, compliance, community outreach, budgeting, or facility coordination. Experience working with military education environments, Education Services Offices, or military-connected students. Experience supporting student retention, persistence, enrollment, or outreach initiatives. To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R312287 . Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include: Cover letter Resume Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process) Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday. Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions — including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment — based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry-Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry-Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school-administered programs or activities. For further information, please visit our website . Embry-Riddle does not accept unsolicited assistance from staffing or recruitment agencies. Agencies interested in partnering with the University should contact and should not contact hiring managers or other University employees directly. 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