Posting Details
Title Information
Security Sensitive Position?
Yes
Hours of Work
TBA
Position Details
Position Information
Posting Number
TSU203804
Official TSU Title
Chief Pilot Instructor
Grant Title
n/a
Job Description Summary / TWC Summary
The Chief Pilot is responsible for serving as the Instructor of Record for all flight training courses, ensuring compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) in the training of students and supervision of flight instructors while serving as faculty member and performing instructional duties.
Certifies training records, enrollment certificates, stage and Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) check rides, conducts stage and/or final test given to students; assigns and reports grades for all flight courses.
Teaches assigned professional flight related courses and associated labs In accordance with the university’s workload policy; maintains written instructional standards; facilitates instruction using alternative delivery methods as needed; informs students in writing of instructional standards; posts and maintains office hours; participates in the assessment of student learning outcomes; establishes, maintains and submits accurate student and Instructional records in a timely manner, participates in hiring of instructors and reviewing instructor invoices. Meets with each student In person one-on-one each semester.
Stays up-to-date on regulatory and procedural changes in the flight training environment; reviews flight training program courses; develops new courses, curriculum, and assists with the preparation of course proposals, curriculum updates and the construction of degree/certificate programs
Applies and maintains standards of quality operating methods, processes, systems, and procedures; Implements changes as necessary to maintain a compliant professional pilot program; integrates knowledge of industry trends and professional training to continuously improve program quality.
Conducts initial proficiency check of each instructor to be used in a course of instruction; conducts annual recurrent proficiency checks in accordance to FARs; supervises flight training activities, assistant chief instructor, and flight Instructors; monitors flight instructor performance and makes recommendations; ensures compliance with FARs
Maintains a cooperative and communicative relationship with FAA representatives; serves on committees as assigned.
Essential Duties Summary
General Expectations: Employees are expected to accomplish assigned duties in an efficient, effective and competent manner and to strive for Improvement and excellence in all work performed. Additionally, employees must understand the comprehensive role of Texas Southern University and cooperate and work harmoniously with students, faculty and staff, FAA and the public. Employees will follow all University policies, rules, regulations and guidelines as they relate to this position.
% FTE
1.0
Hiring Range
$80,00.40-$108,001.00
Education
Required:
Bachelor of Science Degree In a related field to Aviation or Management.
Preferred:
Master’s degree.
Required Licensing/Certification
As required for assigned duties .
Preferred:
Knowledge of:
Title Information
Security Sensitive Position?
Yes
Hours of Work
TBA
Position Details
Position Information
Posting Number
TSU203804
Official TSU Title
Chief Pilot Instructor
Grant Title
n/a
Job Description Summary / TWC Summary
The Chief Pilot is responsible for serving as the Instructor of Record for all flight training courses, ensuring compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) in the training of students and supervision of flight instructors while serving as faculty member and performing instructional duties.
Certifies training records, enrollment certificates, stage and Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) check rides, conducts stage and/or final test given to students; assigns and reports grades for all flight courses.
Teaches assigned professional flight related courses and associated labs In accordance with the university’s workload policy; maintains written instructional standards; facilitates instruction using alternative delivery methods as needed; informs students in writing of instructional standards; posts and maintains office hours; participates in the assessment of student learning outcomes; establishes, maintains and submits accurate student and Instructional records in a timely manner, participates in hiring of instructors and reviewing instructor invoices. Meets with each student In person one-on-one each semester.
Stays up-to-date on regulatory and procedural changes in the flight training environment; reviews flight training program courses; develops new courses, curriculum, and assists with the preparation of course proposals, curriculum updates and the construction of degree/certificate programs
Applies and maintains standards of quality operating methods, processes, systems, and procedures; Implements changes as necessary to maintain a compliant professional pilot program; integrates knowledge of industry trends and professional training to continuously improve program quality.
Conducts initial proficiency check of each instructor to be used in a course of instruction; conducts annual recurrent proficiency checks in accordance to FARs; supervises flight training activities, assistant chief instructor, and flight Instructors; monitors flight instructor performance and makes recommendations; ensures compliance with FARs
Maintains a cooperative and communicative relationship with FAA representatives; serves on committees as assigned.
Essential Duties Summary
General Expectations: Employees are expected to accomplish assigned duties in an efficient, effective and competent manner and to strive for Improvement and excellence in all work performed. Additionally, employees must understand the comprehensive role of Texas Southern University and cooperate and work harmoniously with students, faculty and staff, FAA and the public. Employees will follow all University policies, rules, regulations and guidelines as they relate to this position.
% FTE
1.0
Hiring Range
$80,00.40-$108,001.00
Education
Required:
Bachelor of Science Degree In a related field to Aviation or Management.
Preferred:
Master’s degree.
Required Licensing/Certification
As required for assigned duties .
Preferred:
- Valid CF!, CFII and MEI
- Current FAA First Class Medical Certificate
Knowledge of:
- Policies, procedures, and practices.
- Microsoft Office Professional or similar applicatlons.
- Learns and demonstrates knowledge of the content of the Flight Operations Manual> TCO, Gleim, Employee Manual, and the provisions of the Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) and standards necessary to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position.