"Director, Program, Aviation Systems Technology ($10,000 Hiring Bonus)"

At Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC), we are dedicated to transforming lives through education and creating a lasting impact on our community. We invite passionate and innovative educators to join our mission-driven team, where you can enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance and competitive benefits, including a robust pension plan. Our beautiful, well-maintained campuses provide an inspiring environment for both teaching and learning, within an atmosphere of collaboration and excellence. At GTCC, you’ll be part of a supportive, dynamic, and inclusive culture committed to delivering exceptional results, making it a truly amazing place to work and thrive.

The director will provide the vision and leadership required to support and enhance the mission of the Aviation Systems Technology program. Primary administrative responsibilities include program development/management, budget administration, providing supervision and mentoring to part time faculty and coordinating the preparation, approval and implementation of the Federal Aviation Administration Training Manual. Instructional responsibilities require a broad-based knowledge of the aviation industry and requirements of an FAA approved Part 147 program. The Program Director is a member of the full-time faculty and reports to the Director of Aviation Programs. This is a teaching position with release for administrative functions. The program director will be responsible for growth planning for the department working in conjunction with the Director of Aviation.

Duties/Functions

The Instructor shall possess an understanding of and commitment to the nature and role of the Community College, particularly its “open door” policy. He/she shall have demonstrated personal and professional competence for the responsibilities assigned. The Instructor must be able to:

1. Multi-task
2. Respect Diversity
3. Adapt to changing procedures, protocols or assignments.
4. Create and maintain a learner centered environment
5. Communicate effectively
6. Ability to effectively implement and apply technology solutions.

Education Required

• Bachelor’s degree in aviation systems or related aviation technology from a regionally accredited post-secondary institution
• Valid Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant ratings

Education Preferred

• Master’s degree in aviation or related technical field from a regionally accredited post-secondary institution
• Non-Destructive Testing and Composite Repair Certification

Experience Required

• Five years documented experience in the aviation industry
• Leadership experience to include conducting employee evaluations.
• Experience managing under an FAA regulated program. (145, 147, 141, etc)
• Post-secondary teaching and/or industry training experience in any of the following formats: teaching courses, training sessions, conducting professional workshops, or other continuing education seminars.

Experience Preferred

• More than five years of documented aviation experience
• Post-secondary teaching experience in Aviation Systems Technology
• Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes
• Experience with distance learning and/or alternate instructional delivery systems

KSA Required

Department/Job Specific Requirements

Mandatory GTCC Trainings (upon initial hire) and annual updates as required; other required trainings may be added as needed):

1. Reporting Requirements
2. Discrimination & Anti-Harassment (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)
3. Shooter on Campus (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)
4. Personal Information Protection (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)
5. Ethics and Social Responsibility (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)
6. eLearning Level One in Canvas before the first day of the first semester teaching.
7. eLearning Level Two in Canvas for instructors who teach online or hybrid delivery methods before the first day of the first semester teaching in that format.

Specific Departmental Requirements:

1. The individual must meet TSA badging requirements to function in the Airport Operating Area at Piedmont Triad International (PTI) airport.
2. Individual must be able to safely operate aircraft and aircraft systems.