ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Maintain accurate records of flight training activities, student progress, and aircraft usage.
Perform Progress Checks for Aviation Flight Technology Students (Traditional and RTP concentration) in accordance with FAA Regulations
Develop and implement training programs and syllabi in coordination with Chief Pilot.
Schedule and lead weekly Flight Instructor Meetings as directed by the Chief Pilot.
Supervise instructors to ensure compliance with guidance on availability, performance, and student progress.
Work with FAA as needed on evaluating student-training records.
Perform routine safety inspections and serve on the Safety and/or Advisor Committee.
Conduct evaluation flights with students that are experiencing challenges progressing through the program.
Assist Chief Pilot revising Safety Practices and Mercer County Aviation Department Policies.
Share on-call responsibilities with Chief Pilot in the event of after-hour emergencies.
Conduct training and standardization flights with newly hired Flight Instructors and Progress Check Pilots
Provide ground and flight instruction as needed.
Respond to student inquiries regarding airport operations.
Additional duties as directed. ... Continue Reading
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree in Aviation, Aeronautics, or a related field from an accredited institution.
One (1) year of work experience providing flight-training instruction at a Part 141 Pilot School.
Must be able to fly a Cessna Skyhawk 172.
FAA 3rd class medical (2nd class preferred)
FAA Commercial or ATP certificate, Certified Flight Instructor (CFI, CFII), In addition
Multi-Engine Instructor (MEI) preferred.
Teach aviation classes as an adjunct instructor as needed.
Possess the following aeronautical experience:
(1) At least 1,000 hours as pilot in command; and
(2) Flight training experience, as acquired as either a certificated flight instructor or an instructor in a military pilot flight training program, or combination thereof, consisting of at least –
(i) 1 ½ years and a total of 500 flight hours; or
(ii) 750 flight hours.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
One (1) year of work experience teaching in a classroom environment.
One (1) year of supervisory or management experience.
Possess Multi-Engine Instructor (MEI) certificate.
FAA 2nd class medical.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Strong knowledge of the Federal Aviation Regulations, particularly Parts 61, 91, and 141.
Knowledge of advanced avionics.
Ability to evaluate student and instructor performance.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students.
Promote a culture of safety within the aviation department. ... Continue Reading
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