What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor of Aviation Education position at South Dakota Board of Regents?
Working Title
Instructor of Aviation Education
Posting Number
F01603P
Department
SDSU-School of Health & Consumer Sci
Physical Location of Position (City)
Brookings
Posting Text
South Dakota State University’s School of Health and Consumer Sciences is offering an exciting career opportunity as an Instructor of Aviation Education. We are looking for a creative and innovative professional to join us in the Aviation Program beginning August 2025. This is a 9-month, 100% time, benefit eligible position. This position is supervised by the Director of School of Health and Consumer Sciences.
The School of Health and Consumer Sciences (HCS) consists of undergraduate and graduate programs in Athletic Training, Community and Public Health, Exercise Science, Physical Education Teacher Education, Sports and Recreation Management, Nutrition and Dietetics, Fashion Studies and Apparel Merchandising, Hospitality, Events and Tourism Management, Aviation Education, and Leadership and Management of Non-profit Organizations. The school serves approximately 1,000 undergraduate and 120 graduate majors.
The Aviation program at SDSU is an integral part of HCS in the College of Education and Human Sciences. The ABBI-accredited program consists of approximately 200 undergraduate students, and three full-time faculty and seven full-time staff to support the aviation education. Over the past few years, the program has built a positive reputation across the region for professionally-focused aviation students.
The Aviation program at SDSU is an integral part of HCS in the College of Education and Human Sciences. The ABBI-accredited program consists of approximately 200 undergraduate students, and three full-time faculty and seven full-time staff to support the aviation education. Over the past few years, the program has built a positive reputation across the region for professionally-focused aviation students.
South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant mission of access.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
This faculty will teach aviation related courses with assignments through the various academic levels and modalities (in person, online, hybrid) offered in the aviation program. The faculty will also serve as the safety coordinator, working closely with the director of flight operations to ensure all safety protocols are maintained and implemented. The faculty will also be responsible to serve on committees at the college, school, and program levels as well as provide service to the profession, the industry, and the region. As a mid-sized aviation program, the person in this position will work closely with other aviation faculty to develop curriculum and guide the scope of the program. This position also allows a qualified candidate to explore many aspects of an accredited collegiate aviation program outside of just teaching and curriculum development through engaging in assessment and accreditation efforts, student recruitment and retention, and other duties as assigned by the Director.
SALARY:
The salary for this position is commensurate with qualifications, starting at $72,000. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.
BENEFITS:
We offer a rich academic experience in an environment of inclusion and access. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities. South Dakota State University offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and leave. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s Degree completed by first day of employment.
- Current, or ability to obtain, FAA Flight Instructor Certification.
- Teaching, aviation, or industry experience related to curriculum.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Current FAA Flight Instructor Certificate with Instrument-Airplane, or Airplane Multi-Engine ratings.
- Flight instructor experience.
- Experience teaching at the post-secondary level.
- FAA Advanced Ground Instructor (AGI) rating.
- Current FAA medical with at least second-class privileges.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, Curriculum Vitae, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact South Dakota State University Human Resources at 605-688-4128 if you require assistance with this process.
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.
South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment. It is university policy to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.
Posting Date
01/29/2025
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
First Consideration Date
02/28/2025
Advertised Salary
Commensurate with qualifications, starting at $72,000
Duration of the Term
9 months
If Other, describe duration
Appointment Percent
100
Tenure Status
Term
Proposed Rank
Instructor
Work Hours
Typical Hours Worked Per Week
Appointment Type
Regular
Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)
If internal, define scope of search
Department Description and Cultural Expectations
South Dakota State University is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with more than 200 academic programs, an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students, and over $60 million annual research expenditures.
South Dakota State University offers a rich academic experience in an environment of inclusion and access through inspired, student-centered education, creative activities and research, innovation and engagement that improve the quality of life in South Dakota, the region, the nation and the world. Its employees embrace the university’s core values of being people-centered, expanding knowledge through creativity, embracing organizational and personal integrity, commitment to diversity of thought, and excellence through continuous improvement.
As the state’s 1862 Morrill Act land-grant institution, the work of South Dakota State University is carried out on its main resident campus in Brookings, at sites in Sioux Falls, Pierre, Rapid City, and Aberdeen, and through Extension offices and Agricultural Experiment Station research sites across South Dakota.
Jackrabbits Athletics competes as an NCAA Division I member with membership in the Missouri Valley Football Conference, the Summit League and the Big XII for wrestling.
Brookings is home to approximately 24,000 residents and is located 60 miles north of Sioux Falls and 200 miles west of Minneapolis. Brookings is listed as an ideal community for families, students, young professionals and retirees, and is rated among the safest and most vibrant cities in South Dakota.
The Brookings Public School District educates approximately 3,300 K-12 students and ranks among the state’s highest academic achieving school districts. The district includes three elementary schools, an intermediate school for fourth and fifth grade, one middle school, and a high school.
The city also boasts an abundance of attractions and activities, including the Children’s Museum of South Dakota, Dakota Nature Park, South Dakota Art Museum, McCrory Gardens, South Dakota Agricultural Heritage Museum, Outdoor Adventure Center and the Brookings Summer Arts Festival.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits discrimination on, the basis of, sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran’s status, or any other status that may become protected in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128.
Contact Information
For questions on the position, contact Maria Julius at 605-688-4366 or Maria.Julius@sdstate.edu.
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