Assistant Chief Flight Instructor (Private)

Title: Assistant Chief Flight Instructor (Private)

Position Type: Fulltime Staff

Search Type: External - minimum 7 days

Department: 25R000 - Justice, Safety & Military Science

Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Driver

FLSA: Exempt

Schedule Type:  Full Time (37.5 hrs per week or more)

Hours Per Week:

Additional Schedule Details:

Posted Salary Grade: Exempt - 49

Retirement:   KTRS 

Contact Person: Dennis Sinnett

About the College/Department:

 

 

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The Assistant Chief Flight Instructor assists in overseeing Private, Instrument, Commercial, Multi Engine, CFI/CFII/MEI certificates and ratings in the collegiate Part 141 program. The Assistant Chief Flight Instructor assists in the administration and oversight of flight operation and flight course portions of the aviation program. The incumbent must possess and maintain a strong working knowledge of all applicable Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) for Part 141, and will assist with all FAA related paperwork and documentation.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree is required.

Experience: Two years of directly related experience.

Licensure & Certifications: - Certified Flight Instructor CFI, CFII and MEI - Requirements of FAR Part 141 for Assistant Chief Flight Instructor - Possesses and can maintain a 2nd class medical certificate

Preferred Qualifications:

 

Job Duties:

• 40% - Assists as directed with all EKU Aviation flight training activities. - ()
• 30% - Monitors compliance with the Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) in the training of students and the supervision of flight instructors. - ()
• 10% - Providing leadership and guidance for flight instructors. - ()
• 10% - Collects feedback to be used to review and update the flight training program and training materials. - ()
• 5% - Assists as directed with scheduling and dispatch activities related to flight students, instructors, and aircraft for flight training. - ()
• 5% - Supports the office functions by completing all other duties and special projects as assigned. - ()

Sponsorship: Visa sponsorship will be considered on a case-by-case basis, depending upon the needs of the unit, available sponsorship budget, and the qualifications of the candidate.

Funding Source: Institutional

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions:

 

AA/EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

 

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory background check.