Certification Specialist

Training Tomorrow's Technicians to Become Skilled, Employable and Essential. About Us - Big Changes, Better Benefits - Join us today! 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. Location : 📍459 NJ-17 Hasbrouck Heights, NJ 07604 Schedule : Monday - Friday: Three days: 8:00am-5:00pm Two late days: 11:00am-8:00pm Compensation : The compensation range for this position is $27–$35 per hour The Certification Specialist is responsible for coordinating certification readiness, scheduling, documentation, and testing administration for students. This role serves as the primary certification registrar within the Student Success department, ensuring students are accurately tracked, scheduled, and supported through the certification testing process. By centralizing certification administration and monitoring, this role enables Student Success Coordinators to focus on student outreach, intervention, and engagement. This position is deployed at campuses where student population size warrants dedicated certification administration support. Key Responsibilities Certification Administration Serve as the primary campus registrar for certification documentation and processes Verify certification eligibility and manage required documentation Track student certification milestones and cohort progress Coordinate scheduling for certification exams (FAA or other governing bodies as applicable) Maintain testing rosters and certification records in institutional systems Certification Readiness Monitor certification pacing and identify students eligible or overdue for testing Track student use of certification preparation tools and resources Stay current on certification requirements and regulatory updates Communicate certification progress to Student Success and Academic leadership Flag students who may be at risk of falling behind certification timelines Testing & Exam Support Proctor certification exams in accordance with regulatory guidelines and institutional policies Prepare testing environments and ensure exam integrity and compliance Document exam outcomes and maintain secure testing records Data & Compliance Maintain accurate certification documentation within CampusNexus and related systems Support reporting related to certification readiness and student progression Assist with audits, accreditation reporting, and certification data integrity Collaboration Partner with Academic leadership, instructors, Student Success Coordinators, and Career Success teams to support certification progress Assist with certification readiness workshops and student milestone programming Performance Expectations This role contributes to a performance-driven environment focused on student certification outcomes. Metrics may include: Certification attempt rates Certification pass rates On-time certification pacing Documentation accuracy and compliance Qualifications Education Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred. Experience 1–3 years of experience in student services, certification administration, academic operations, or a re...