Chief Flight Instructor – Rotor Wing

Job Overview

The University of Dubuque is a growing faith based University that is seeking a Chief Flight Instructor – Rotor Wing. The University of Dubuque offers a competitive wage and an excellent benefits package including tuition remission, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, and a retirement match.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all rotor-wing flight training activities for the Flight Operations program
• Mentor and supervise Assistant Chief and additional Flight Instructors
• Principle point-of-contact to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), local Air Traffic Control facility, airfield operations for the University of Dubuque
• Ensure compliance with Title 14 CFR applicable to flight training, other regulatory policies and the SMS. Manages all flight training activities and Training Course Outlines (TCO)
• Ensure compliance with record keeping related to flight training, maintenance of a flight standardization program and end-of-course evaluations
• Coordinate with the Aviation Safety Manager on all safety and security related concerns
• Participate in the strategic plans for recruiting students for the program and participates in recruiting events
• Work with other university staff
• Any other duties as assigned in the advancement of the UD and aviation department Mission
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the University’s Mission

Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft business and 365 software
• Strong communication & interpersonal skills
• Ability to take the initiative and follow through with tasks individually and as a group
• Ability to work with a diverse group of students and staff
• Ability to work in an office environment
• Ability to speak in front of a group

Qualifications:

• Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred
• Two or more years’ flight experience in the Aviation Industry
• Two year of Flight Instructing Experience
• CFII

To apply with a growing faith based University for the Chief Flight Instructor – Rotor Wing position, please submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and UD employment application, located on our website, to HR@dbq.edu or to the Director of Human Resources, at the University of Dubuque, 2000 University Avenue, Dubuque, IA 52001.

Applications from qualified persons with diverse backgrounds and cultures, including women and persons of color, are welcomed.  AA/EEO. For more information regarding the Jean Clery Act, please go to https://www.dbq.edu/SafetySecurity/JeanneCleryAct/