Associate Professor of Practice

Job Posting Number: 2027056

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A full-time Director with aviation experience and expertise isneeded for the new College of Applied Arts (CoAA) Center for Aviation Excellence. The Director will be integral in development and administration of the center which will be comprised of planneddegree programs and concentrations – air traffic control, aviationmechanics, and aviation management. Additional responsibilities ofthe Director will include assistance with coordination of existingaviation degree programs in the College of Applied Arts – fixedwing and rotor wing.

The Director will also contribute toinstruction within the aviation programs based on expertise and programmatic needs. The Director will report to the Dean of theCoAA. We welcome applicants with operational expertise, leadership experience, and a passion for aviation education.

• Minimum of 3 yrs of aviation experience.
• Minimum of 3 yrs. of aviation leadership experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of FAA regulations and processes.
• Supervisory experience.
• On-the-job instructor (OJTI) experience.
• Leadership experience managing operations, personnel, and program administration.

• Master's degree in related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of ATC En Route and Tower Specialties.
• Experience as a supervisor in aviation field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of fixed wing, rotor wing, and air traffic control components of aviation.

Close Date: 11/15/2026

Open Until Filled? No

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Texas State University is a emerging research institution locatedin the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautiful

Texas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in the Texas State University System and one of the 75 largest universities in the country, with over 38,000 students and approximately 4,000 faculty and staff

Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over
50,000 people located about half way between Austin and San Antonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River andthe stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charmof the university's picturesque setting. Our location on the banksof the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activities throughout the year.

• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting yourfirst day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and manymore!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great professional development opportunities: choose from avariety of workshops, training, online learning and even access educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic courses
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you'll be a part of one ofthe most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in thenation.