Position Title:

FAA Part 141

Assistant Chief Instructor Department:

Flight School Supervisor:

Chief Flight Instructor Function Under general direction displays leadership; serves as a mentor to flight instructors and students; assists in maintaining compliance with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) in the training of students and performance of instructor duties. Job Tasks and Responsibilities May include any and/or all of the following Supervises a team of Certified Flight Instructors. Performs stage checks, end-of-course tests, and flight instructor proficiency checks as designated by the Chief Instructor; ensures compliance with FARs. Assists in conducting initial and annual recurrent standardization of flight instructors when designated by the Chief Instructor; assists in the development and maintenance of standardized teaching techniques and procedures. Conducts Instructional flights with students/ pilots. Demonstrates, observes, and evaluates students/ pilots' ability to perform flight maneuvers required for FAA Pilot Certificates and Ratings. Conducts ground, simulator, and pre-flight inspection instructions including formal classroom presentations, utilizing appropriate audiovisual materials as necessary. Content of instruction includes information required for FAA Knowledge and Practical Tests for Pilot Certificates and Ratings. Supervises solo flight training of assigned student/ pilots. Evaluate student /pilot's knowledge and proficiency. Prepares and submits appropriate documents to the Chief Flight Instructor for certificates and ratings. Maintain appropriate student training records according to FAR Part 61 and 141. Responsible for compliance with university academic guidelines/ policies covering course completion and grading. Monitor the maintenance condition of the training aircraft and inform maintenance personnel of any items of concern, as well as airworthiness compliance. Recommend curriculum and courseware improvements when appropriate. Complies with and enforces all University, College, Departmental, Program, and Bowling Green Flight Center rules and practices to include those stated in the Bowling Green Flight Center Flight Student Handbook. Assists in verification of citizenship and maintenance of TSA flight student training documentation compliance Participates in recruitment, interviews, and recommendations of prospective flight instructors; interviews prospective students and parents; monitors progress of students and student training records, as requested. Attends and actively participates in meetings with flight instructor staff; performs other duties as assigned. Performs duties assigned by Chief Instructor in a designated Focal Area (such as Flight Standardization Pilot, TSA, Talon, TCO, and Training/Testing Materials). Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Personal Characteristics Knowledge and instructor certification appropriate to the position sought Knowledge of various flight instruction instrumentation and equipment Interpersonal/human relations skills Supervisory skills Verbal and written communication skills Ability to instruct/teach/tutor Ability to operate personal computer and applications Ability to approach problems/decisions analytically Ability to reason logically and methodically Ability to perform under stressful circumstances Ability to work well under pressure in fast-paced and noisy environment while exercising sound judgment at all times. Ability to push, pull, lift, and carry objects including the repositioning of aircraft using tow bar or tug. Attentiveness to detail Qualifications Education and experience equivalent to: Bachelor's degree. Employee shall have two years related flight instructing experience and must meet eligibility for designation as an Assistant Chief Instructor under FAR Part 141.36. Must hold a valid FAA Third Class (or higher) Medical Certificate, Commercial Pilot ASEL and AMEL Certificate with Instrument Airplane rating, and Flight Instructor for ASEL, AMEL, and Instrument Airplane.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$62,000.00 - $68,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Parental leave Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Experience:

Flight Instructing:

1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

FAA Third Class Medical Certificate (Required) Flight Instructor for ASEL, AMEL, and Instrument Airplane (Required) Commercial Pilot ASEL and AMEL Cert w/Inst Airplane Rating (Required)

Work Location:

In person