Description
The College of Engineering, Technology, and Aeronautics (CETA) at [redacted] (SNHU) is seeking a full time staff member in the Department of Aviation. The Director of Aviation Operations will be the senior SNHU representative on-site to oversee the flight program curriculum; working closely with the Associate Dean of Academics, Department Chair of Aviation, Aviation Operations Manager, faculty, flight school instructors and administrators, and the airport authority as required.
Successful candidates for the Director of Aviation Operations should demonstrate:
1. The ability to manage day to day operations and program/project management skills
2. High level of communication and engagement with airport authority
3. The knowledge and ability to instruct students in both ground and flight aspects of the curriculum
4. A commitment to equity and inclusion, to education and mentorship of students in both ground and flight training aspects, and to service to the campus and aviation educational profession nationwide
The AOM Program requires high level of involvement with students, thus 60% of the director’s time will be dedicated to program management and oversight, while 40% will be directly involved with ground and flight instruction. The teaching load (instruction time) of this position will be included in the salary package.
Essential duties and responsibilities of this position include the following:
On-site oversight of the Aviation Operations and Management Program
Coordinate and supervise the departmental programs, reviews, accreditation and departmental evaluations, and other assessments
Develop, monitor and report quality improvement goals and strategies for the program
Responsible for aviation related collaboration with other schools and universities
Committee participation as well as duties assigned to support the aviation programs
Coordinate the student internship advisement process and monitor progress to maintain responsiveness to changing student goals and aspirations
Minimum Qualifications:
5 years of experience in the field of aviation operations and management
Experience in higher education and aviation is required
Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in Aviation Management or closely related discipline, with significant experience in the aviation industry
CFII certificated required, flight evaluator certificate preferred
Preferred Qualifications:
Field experience in air operation and management is preferred
Advanced degree and flight education experience preferred
Work Hours:
Typically Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm with flexibility to meet business demands as needed
Occasional evening and weekend work is expected to fulfill University, College, and Program commitments. Additionally, schedule adjustments may be required to accommodate for weather delays/changes/etc. for the flight instruction
A background check is required for employment.
Why Join SNHU?
[redacted] (SNHU), founded in 1932, is a private, nonprofit, accredited institution located in Manchester, New Hampshire. We value teamwork, openness and diversity, and believe every employee has a voice in driving our success. We’re proud to have been recognized for 10 consecutive years as a Great College to Work for by the Chronicle of Higher Education. Our competitive benefits package includes tuition reimbursement, employer contribution to Retirement Plan, affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, and generous paid-time off. We’re constantly seeking creative, collaborative, and hard-working talent to join our team! Come be a part of innovation and education!