Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Certified Flight Instructor City Price Campus Posted Date 1 day ago(9/18/2024 10:32 AM) Requisition ID 2024-8332 # of Openings 1 Job Locations US-UT-Price Category (Portal Searching) Other Position Type Benefited Full-Time Job Classification Exempt Percent of Time or Hours per Week 100% Time College College of Agriculture & Applied Sc Department Aviation Technology Advertised Salary Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits Telework Eligible No Overview

Are you passionate about aviation and dedicated to guiding aspiring pilots towards excellence? We are seeking a motivated and experienced Certified Flight Instructor to join our team in Price, Utah. As a pivotal member of our flight training program, you will provide invaluable leadership and direction to flight students, fostering their growth and development in this dynamic field.

Responsibilities Supervise Flight Training Activities: Oversee and coordinate flight training activities, ensuring efficient operation and adherence to established protocols.Evaluate Flight Performance: Monitor and assess the performance of flight students, providing constructive feedback and guidance to facilitate their progress.Provide Guidance to Lead Flight Instructors: Offer support and advice to lead flight instructors, leveraging your expertise to enhance instructional quality and effectiveness.Conduct Assessments and Proficiency Checks: Perform stage checks, end-of-course tests, and flight instructor proficiency checks to uphold rigorous standards of competence and safety.Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Ensure strict compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), maintaining a culture of safety and adherence to industry standards.Support Standardization Efforts: Assist in conducting initial and annual recurrent standardization of flight instructors, promoting consistency and excellence in teaching practices.Contribute to Teaching Techniques: Contribute to the development and maintenance of standardized teaching techniques and procedures, fostering innovation and continuous improvement.Engage with Prospective Students: Interview prospective students and parents, articulating program offerings and fostering a welcoming and informative experience.Monitor Student Progress: Monitor the progress of students and maintain accurate student training records, facilitating personalized support and tracking achievement.Promote Safety Awareness: Maintain the safety manual and assist in teaching safety classes on campus, at airports, or as directed, prioritizing a culture of safety and risk mitigation.Facilitate Staff Meetings: Schedule and lead meetings with flight instructor staff, fostering collaboration, communication, and continuous improvement.Additional Duties: Perform other duties as assigned, contributing to the overall success and effectiveness of the flight training program. Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Hold Airplane Certified Flight Instructor Certificates.

Hold Ground Instructor Certificate

Meet Pilot in Command (PIC) recent flight experience requirements as outlined in FAR Part 61.57, underscoring the commitment to maintaining currency and proficiency.Demonstrate exceptional written and oral communication skills, essential for conveying complex aviation concepts effectively and fostering a conducive learning environment.Exhibit the ability to work with diverse audiences, recognizing and adapting to individual learning styles and needs to ensure inclusive and effective instruction.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with G1000 avionics systems, highlighting proficiency in modern cockpit technology and enhancing instructional capabilities in advanced aircraft environments.Familiarity with the Diamond DA40 aircraft, indicating specialized knowledge that contributes to comprehensive flight instruction and student success.Experience teaching in a 141 environment, showcasing familiarity with structured training programs and adherence to rigorous curriculum standards.Previous experience providing flight instruction, demonstrating a proven track record of effective teaching and mentorship in a flight training setting.Clear record of compliance with aviation regulations, evidenced by a history free of deviations or violations, reflecting a commitment to safety and regulatory adherence. Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV"Name and contact information for 3 professional references to be entered into Candidate ProfileCover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Advertised Salary Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits ADA

The environment and physical requirements may change depending on the specific function of the work each department performs. Incumbents may be in both indoor and outdoor environments. Indoors, in an office space, event space, or public space are protected from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes. Incumbents may nearly continuously sit and often use repetitive hand motion (such as typing).

 

Outdoors, incumbents may not be protected from weather conditions and may be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold. Additionally, indoor or outdoor work environments may include being confined or in narrow spaces for periods of time. The incumbent may also be exposed to loud noises or vibrations from equipment. Bending, crawling, and crouching may be required. Incumbents may be required to lift, push, and/or pull objects up to 50 pounds and be required to walk and/or stand for long periods of time.

College/Department Highlights

The Aviation Technology program at Utah State University prides itself in applying cutting-edge technology with exceptional training to produce high quality pilots and technicians the industry needs. Three B.S. degrees are offered in the Aviation Technology program — Professional Pilot for fixed wing and rotorcraft (helicopters), Maintenance Management, and Aviation Management with an emphasis in Unmanned Aerial Systems or Airport Operations. 

 

Learn more about the Aviation Dept and Program at Utah State University at this link - https://caas.usu.edu/avte/

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion, empowering people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. Utah State provides high-quality education to 27,500-plus students locations throughout the state, including at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge through research and scholarly activities, providing a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price.

 

Utah State is committed to cultivating a community of inclusive excellence where all perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. 

 

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu. 

 

About the Region

U.S. News and World Report ranked Utah first for its strong economy, fiscal stability, education, and health care. Outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities abound throughout the state, including five national parks, 43 state parks and recreation areas, and 15 alpine ski resorts. The home of USU’s main campus, Logan, is a city of 54,000-plus people in a picturesque mountain valley 80 miles north of Salt Lake City. The Logan metro area claimed the top spot in the Milken Institute’s 2022 ranking for best-performing small cities in the nation. 

 

*updated 04/2024

Notice of Non-discrimination

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

 

Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266

Title IX Coordinator Cody Carmichael, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266

Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/, or contact:

U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov

*updated 09/2023

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