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Senior Flight Instructor
Department: 3670085547 Salina Dept of Aviation
Job no: 515598
Employment type: Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Term)
Location: Salina, Kansas
Worksite: On-site requirement
Categories: Education / Instructional, Aviation / UAT / UAS
Pay Grade: 06B
About This Role:
Kansas State University\'s Aerospace and Technology Campus in Salinaseeks experienced Certified Flight Instructors (CFIs) to join ourgrowing team of aviation flight professionals! Senior Flight Instructorsperform flight training of private pilot, instrument pilot, andcommercial pilot students, ensuring consistent progress. This positionis also responsible for performing introductory flights and assistingwith study hall sessions.
Why Join Us:
Kansas State University Salina has an award-winning professional pilotprogram and has more Master Certified Aviation Instructors than anyother college or university in the nation. We have a premium fleet of 35aircraft and flight training devices with a large, active regionalairport only steps away from the classroom.
Students train for certifications/ratings ranging from solo throughcommercial on a diverse selection of aircraft starting with Cessna172sbefore moving on to more complex aircraft including Barons. Since theprogram is FAR 141 approved, students are allowed to meet the commercialinstrument minimum flight hour requirement of 190 hours instead of 250hours.
Within the program\'s longstanding history at the university, K-StateSalina has developed and maintained numerous industry relationships withcompanies like Flight Safety International, Mesa Airlines, PSA Airlines,Piedmont, and Republic Airlines. These highly valued relationshipsensure a level of comfort for the companies with our students,encouraging them to continue to seek out K-State Salina\'s professionalpilots for internships and careers.
Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package thatincludes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, paid timeoff - vacation, sick, and holidays. To see what benefits are available,please visit:https://www.k-state.edu/hcs/benefits
We Support Diversity and Inclusion:
Kansas State University embraces diversity and inclusion. The universityactively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment andcooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. TheUniversity is dedicated to promoting the Principles ofCommunity.{target="_blank"}
Worksite Options:
This position is required to be performed on-site. Work is performedon employer premises or designated assignment location.
What You\'ll Need to Succeed:
Minimum Qualifications:
High School DiplomaOne year of experience as a Certified Flight InstructorMust have a Certified Flight Instructor Certificate upon employment.Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor\'s degreeCFI Experience of 500+ hours dual and 7+ students recommended forFAA check rides with 80% first attempt pass rateCommercial Pilot (SE, ME)Additional ratings and/or endorsements (CFII, high performance,complex, others)Detailed documentation of training recordsStrong support for safety practices, procedures, and cultureOther Requirements:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United Statesat the time of employment.How to Apply:
Please submit the following documents:
Current ResumeNames and contact information for three current, profess onalreferencesCopies of flight certificates required in order to be consideredScreening of Applications Begins:
Immediately.
Anticipated Hiring Pay Range:
\$40,000 - \$48,000 annually. Salary offers commensurate on experienceand education.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicantswill receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age,national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
Background Screening Statement:
In connection with your application for employment, Kansas StateUniversity will procure a Background Screen on you as part of theprocess of considering your candidacy as an employee.
Advertised: Sep 19, 2023
Application Closes: Open until filled
To apply, visithttps://careers.k-state.edu/cw/en-us/job/515598/senior-flight-instructor