Flight Instructor jobs in Macon, GA

Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses-Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins, all located in central Georgia-and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,000 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia's 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia's flagship aviation university, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state.

Reporting directly to the Chief Flight Instructor, this position is designed to aid the department with providing leadership of the department at the Eastman airport. The Assistant Chief will perform the duties and responsibilities of the Chief Instructor when required. The position is Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved and will represent the school according to FAA standards. This position is in charge of stage check and flight instructors. The Assistant Chief will also be instructing senior students toward their FAA certificates and ratings.

Duty 1 -
Manages a team of flight instructors.

Duty 2 -
Provides assistance to faculty, staff, and students.

Duty 3 -
Manages the flight instructor's work schedules.

Duty 4 -
Manages information on TSA website and record documents (tracking student accounts).

Duty 5 -
Manages student FAA records.

Duty 6 -
Serves as the airline liaison to the flight department.

Duty 7 -
Manages and organizes all flight instructor files (FAA).

Duty 8 -
Responsible for managing social media accounts for department.

Duty 9 -
Responsible for managing and tracking flight schedules of instructors, students, and aircraft with stage check instructors.

Duty 10 -
Coordinates safety-meeting documents related to the department.

Duty 11 -
Perform other duties as assigned to support campus operations.

Educational Requirements
Minimum of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university.

Other Required Qualifications
CFI, CFII, and MEI certificate with current 2nd class medical.
Must be willing and able to work overtime and weekend shifts as required.

Required Experience
Minimum 1000 hours pilot in command time and remaining hours of experience as referenced in FAR 141.36 for all courses taught at the institution.

Preferred Experience

Minimum of two years of instructing experience.
Experience with managing social media sites (e.g. Facebook and Instagram).

Other Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of university and school policies and procedures.
Knowledge of Banner/Swords, MyDegree and Peoplesoft.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Outlook).
Knowledge of admission, registration and degree program requirements.

Knowledge of computer and job-related software programs.
Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures
Skill in decision-making and problem solving.
Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
Skill in prioritizing and organization of workload.
Skill in the use of such office equipment, scanner, fax machine and copier.
Attention to detail involving FAA regulations.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Exceptional customer service skills.

Middle Georgia State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of the Middle Georgia State University to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).

For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the Middle Georgia State University Office of Human Resources at 478.471.2010. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.

Every member of the USG community is required to adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values - Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect - that form and guide the daily work of the organization.

Middle Georgia State University is committed to four core values in what we do and represent: CORE VALUES: Stewardship - Engagement - Adaptability - Learning

This is a full-time, 12-month, exempt (salaried) staff position and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include:

• Health insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance
• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave
• Parental Leave
• Retirement
• Employee discounts
• Tuition reimbursement

Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with MGA, as determined by MGA in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.