Assistant Chief Flight Instructor

BASIC FUNCTION:

To assist the Chief Flight Instructor(s) in supervising a collegiate flight training program in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulations - Part 141: Pilot Schools and Kent State University’s Curricular Policies. Reports to Associate Dean, Flight and Operations. 

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Assist in supervising and mentoring the flight instructors, dispatchers, and students of the flight training program.

Assist in maintaining full compliance with the Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs).

Assist in the coordination of the scheduling of students, instructors, and resources for flight training; assists in the monitoring of student progression; participates and assists in meetings with flight training personnel.

Assist in maintaining full compliance with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).

Assist in managing an electronic flight training records system for all flight training personnel.

Participate in accreditation processes and other tasks related to assigned flight training courses as assigned by either the Chief Flight Instructors or Senior Academic Program Director.

Assist in the coordination with the Flight Standards District Office of the Federal Aviation Administration on various matters affecting the flight training program, such as certification and regulatory compliance.

Maintain safety as a top priority; assures adherence to and maintenance of safety standards during day-to-day operations.

Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Must meet applicable experience requirements specified in the Federal Aviation Regulations - Part 141.36 Assistant chief instructor qualifications for the flight training course assignment(s). Must be in good standing with the Aviation Industry.

License/Certification:

A current CFII certificate is required. Valid Commercial Pilot Certificate –Airplane Single & Multiengine Land; Instrument Airplane or Valid Airline Transport Pilot Certificate. Valid Flight Instructor Certificate-Airplane Single-Engine; Instrument Airplane. Hold and maintain an FAA Medical Certificate Second Class. Valid U.S. Driver’s License. FAA Second Class Medical Certificate. Individuals will be subject to controlled substance/alcohol testing in positions where such is required by federal regulations.

Preferred Qualifications:

Multi-Engine Instructor (MEI) preferred. Check Instructor experience preferred. Master’s degree preferred.

Knowledge Of:

Applicable Federal Aviation Regulations / Aeronautical Information Manual: Rules and Procedures for Aviators *
Practical test standards for applicable certificates and ratings *
Personal computer usage

Skill In:

Written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills *
Student instruction *
Aircraft handling and control *
Aeronautical Decision Making (ADM) *
Attention to detail *

Ability To:

Complete a reoccurring proficiency check for appropriate course(s) every 12 calendar months per Federal Aviation Regulations - Part 141.85(a)(2) *
Complete an approved syllabus of training consisting of ground or flight training, or both, or an approved Flight Instructor Refresher Course (FIRC) once every 12 calendar months per Federal Aviation Regulations - Part 141.79(c) *
Maintain full compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) *
Maintain full compliance with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) *
Maintain safety as a top priority; assures adherence to and maintenance of safety standards during day-to-day operations *

Assessments:

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

Moderate work-Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently to move objects. May require hand pulling and pushing of aircraft. May be exposed to one or more of the following elements, but not limited to: Heat, cold, rain, snow, ice, turbulence, storms, noise, dirt, chemicals, darkness-all of which may be extreme. Incumbent must be able to communicate with others. Incumbent may be required to travel from building to building frequently and off campus frequently.

Value Statement