Assistant Chief Flight Instructor; Eastman Campus

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Assistant Chief Flight Instructor (Eastman Campus)

MGA Eastman Campus

Regular, Full-Time 12-month exempt (salaried)

Reporting directly to the Chief Flight Instructor, the Assistant Chief Flight Instructor provides leadership at the Eastman airport, performing duties of the Chief Instructor when required. This FAA‑approved position represents the school according to FAA standards, oversees stage checks and instructs senior students toward FAA certificates and ratings.

• Manages a team of flight instructors.
• Coordinates safety‑meeting documents related to the department.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support campus operations.
• Provides assistance to faculty, staff, and students.
• Manages flight instructor work schedules.
• Manages information on TSA website and tracks student accounts.
• Manages student FAA records.
• Manages and organizes all flight instructor files (FAA).
• Manages and tracks flight schedules of instructors, students, and aircraft with stage check instructors.

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university.
• CFI and CFII certificates with current 2nd class medical.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Willingness and ability to work overtime and weekend shifts as required.

Minimum hours of experience as referenced in FAR 141.36 for all courses taught at the institution.

• MEI certificate.
• 1,000 hours PIC time.
• Knowledge of university and school policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of Banner/Swords, MyDegree, and Peoplesoft.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Knowledge of admission, registration and degree program requirements.

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

• 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 organizing workload.
• Skill in using office equipment such as 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 committed to ensuring a safe learning environment that supports the dignity of all members of the University community. Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG) and Middle Georgia State University. Pursuant to Board of Regents Policy Section 6.6, federal and state laws and regulations, and our vision, mission, and values, Middle Georgia State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status.

No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under any USG program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

• 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.